Nothing really, maybe it could’ve been more organized
Advice
Always be willing and open to making connections with coworkers
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Videography Intern
April 2017 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
I had some of the best bosses I could ever imagine.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more opportunities to do creative work, however I understand they are a business that works for the school.
Advice
Definitely take advantage of the work around you.
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Marketing Intern
June - September 2019 • Richland, WA
What I liked
The line of work. Doing and learning graphic design
What I wish was different
Advice
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Agriculture Research Intern
May - August 2019 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
My employer let me make my own mistakes, which was incredibly valuable!
What I wish was different
Pullman, WA is a very dull place over the summer, especially since I did not really have coworkers in my age group.
Advice
If there's research that relates to your career but not offered by anyone at Whitman, you should email professors... the earlier the better; most grant applications are due in December or early January. Then, use the Whitman Internship Grant to pay for it, in the event you cannot get the experience funded.
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Psychologist Research Assistant
June 2018 - August 2019 • Richland, WA
What I liked
Fabulous experience learning the research processes complexities that normally go unrecognized- for instance, learning how to write a professional grant proposal was invaluable
What I wish was different
I wish that we would have had a larger team of researchers that did not have an inevitability high turn over rate as it complicated the distribution of work and natural hierarchy dynamics of the group
Advice
The work can be exhaustive - and at times, even tedious - but the hands on, real world experience earned during the process will be a huge asset to me in both my academic and professional career
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
May 2017 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
The hours are very felxable
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Do not shy away from tasks that are new to you.
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Building Manager
May 2019 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
This job was very flexible with my schedule. I was taking summer classes in addition to working full time and they were lenient and understood that being a student is of utmost importance.
What I wish was different
Advice
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WSU Alive! Check-In Assistant
June - August 2019 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
Options to sit down or be on your feet, meet new people, be outside, give advice to incoming students.
What I wish was different
Windy days were a little difficult because of setup, maybe easier way to keep papers organized.
Advice
Don't forget water and sunscreen!
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Telephone Interviewer
May 2019 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
I like being able to pick my own schedule, and I like my supervisors and my coworkers!
What I wish was different
Work is not consistently offered - some weeks don’t have many hours available.
Advice
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Field technician
July - September 2018 • Vancouver, WA
What I liked
Learning about landscape interactions in primary succession on the pumice plains of mt. St. Helens
What I wish was different
I would have started earlier to stay longer.
Advice
Equip yourself with insect, bird, and plant id books to learn as much as possible about the area.
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Desk assistant
May 2018 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
I liked having a relaxed work environment with a job that wasn’t overly difficult.
What I wish was different
I wish that I had gotten more hours and that the work was a little more mentally stimulating.
Advice
If you’re not a big people person, this job is not for you.
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Marketing Intern
April 2018 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
It was a lot of fun, for my university that I love, and I was paired with a wonderful partner to drive across the state with!
What I wish was different
This internship did not provide as many hours as I hoped on its own.
Advice
Have a second part time job for the days you are off if you're looking for full time pay.
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Temp Dorm Custodian
May - June 2019 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
I liked that the end of the day was at 3:30 so we were able to have the rest of our day to ourselves. The staff was really nice and we were able to move to different dorms so it did not get boring.
What I wish was different
In the middle, I was moved to work at the university apartments. I did it, but it sucked because I had just gotten to know my coworkers.
Advice
The work can sometimes be gross but it was a good experience and I was able to continue working for my supervisor at a different dorm throughout the school year.
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Orientation counselor
May - August 2018 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
Very laid back environment. Was very involved in the transition of incoming freshmen to a university
What I wish was different
I wish we could have been able to make more significant changes in the program.
Advice
Stay positive because even though it’s a long summer, it’s so worth it in the end.
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Grounds keeping
May 2018 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
It was close to home
What I wish was different
Would have gotten days off that were over 95 degrees
Advice
It’s hard work
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Research Technician
May - August 2018 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
I enjoyed getting to work with people who possessed a whole breadth of knowledge I was previously unfamiliar with.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have been given more independent responsibilities.
Advice
It's okay to step out of your comfort zone and pursue research (or jobs) outside of your expertise. You might find out you really like this new field, or it might open your eyes to a new way of approaching problems in the field you're already comfortable with.
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Service worker
May 2017 - September 2018 • Pullman, WA
What I liked
Flexible work schedule with student first mentality.
What I wish was different
I wish the job had paid more for what I was doing.
Advice
Be ready to work hard for a little wage.
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Agricultural research intern
June - September 2018 • Prosser, WA
What I liked
When I went to my first interview my boss asked me exactly what I wanted to get out of this internship. I explained to her that I was trying to decided if I wanted go to Gradute School. She gave me the opportunity to work all areas at the research station to make sure that I get exponiendo what my job would consist of after finishing Grad school.
What I wish was different
Nothing it went perfect.
Advice
When collecting samples at a research trial first walk through and examine the fruits. Try and find consistancy with each group and select those to sample.
