I love being able to learn new skills as a mechanic and a crew chief.
What I wish was different
Had a different location not so far from California.
Advice
Bring snacks, things to help you be more comfortable, and be prepared.
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Intelligence Sergeant
March 2012 • Fort Hood, TX
What I liked
Constantly working in a complex and ever-changing environment. Constantly doing something different
What I wish was different
More leaders that cared for their soldiers.
Advice
Read publications, FM, TCs, and regs. The Army tells you everything you need to know or do to do your job and advance.
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Infantryman
June - August 2019 • Columbus, GA
What I liked
It definitely helped instill discipline and a solid work ethic
What I wish was different
Advice
You learn to work with some of the most difficult of individuals. Don't make enemies, make opportunities.
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Student nurse
July - August 2019 • Fort Sam Houston, TX
What I liked
Hands on experience. The best nursing clinicals during school.
What I wish was different
I wish it was longer
Advice
Definitely a learning opportunity. Dont be afraid to go outside your comfort zone.
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Colorado National Guard
March 2016 • Windsor, CO
What I liked
Job security, pride, opportunities for promotion, comradely
What I wish was different
flexibility with class schedule
Advice
The national guard is a great opportunity for first generation students such as myself
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Medical Operations Officer
May 2019 • Fort Bragg, NC
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Be open-minded about all experiences.
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Cadet 2LT
July 2019 • Fort Riley, KS
What I liked
I liked shadowing a 2LT in the Army and getting to plan and execute training. I got to spend 2 weeks supervising soldiers as they went through the Bradley fighting vehicle gunnery course. The other week was spent doing administrative work in a garrison environment.
What I wish was different
I wish that I had gotten to stay longer and observe more of the training that the Active duty Army does.
Advice
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High School JROTC Drill Competition
May 2019 • Huntsville, AL
What I liked
I volunteer to help grade at the bi-monthly, semi-annual, and annual competitions. I enjoy working with the students in JROTC program. You can tell by their performance they work hard and practice daily.
What I wish was different
I wish there were more active duty military volunteers. Its a great experience and a lot of people are missing out.
Advice
Go out there and expect to be impressed.
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Recruiter
March 2019 • Springfield, MO
What I liked
Talking to students about the importance of a college degree
What I wish was different
Wish I would have volunteered sooner
Advice
Share your experiences with others.
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US army section leader
April - September 2019 • Sandusky, OH
What I liked
working out and getting paid for it
What I wish was different
I wish that I didn't have to sleep outside the entire time.
Advice
joining the army makes you realize how good you have it in the civilian life.
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Cadet
July - August 2019 • Fort Bliss, TX
What I liked
Learned a lot about how the Army operates.
What I wish was different
I wish it was 2 weeks instead of 3. Lots of sitting around and waiting.
Advice
Actively seek out interesting opportunities.
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Engineering Intern
July 2017 • Yuma Proving Ground, AZ
What I liked
It was a really great time, I got to help observe testing, run analysis, and coordinate further testing events. The people are amazing and wonderful to work with.
What I wish was different
This summer I wish there was more testing and less reports, but reports are important and essential
Advice
Be flexible. Having flexibility allows for a higher possibility of having more opportunity for great experiences. Also being proactive helps build your reputation.
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Child and Youth Program Assistant
June - August 2019 • Fort Benning, GA
What I liked
I enjoyed working with the children and getting to know new people.
What I wish was different
Because it is considered mission essential, I was unable to adjust my schedule to be off for class in the evenings.
Advice
It is a great summer job and I will do it again next year.
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Operations Noncommissioned Officer
April 2019 • Prishtina, Pristina District
What I liked
Variety of tasks; ability to leave base and visit local towns; ample opportunities for training (foreign language, IT, military-specific skills).
What I wish was different
The Army offers rapport-building language classes in several languages; unfortunately, Albanian (predominant here) is not one of them.
Advice
Make the most of it! I'm full-time Army, but this was also an incredible opportunity for part-time National Guard and Reserve soldiers.
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Paralegal Specialist
June - August 2019 • Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
What I liked
The structure. The organization. The ability to grow.
