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Eastern Michigan University

Desk Assistant

October 2017 • Ypsilanti, MI

What I liked

Everyone at the office is great. Learning how to do new things and work on projects is very easy with the support of the staff.

What I wish was different

Organization is key; if you're not organized, you can become overwhelmed.

Advice

Just take it one day at a time! Plan ahead, make to-do lists, and ask questions when you need help.
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Strength and Conditioning Coach Intern

June - July 2018 • Ypsilanti, MI

What I liked

Being in a gym atmosphere

What I wish was different

It was very unorganized.

Advice

It’s great to experience different atmospheres. This was my second experience with this line of work only had a different atmosphere
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Undergraduate Researcher

January 2018 • Ypsilanti, MI

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Undergraduate research is a great opportunity for anyone interested in any type of science field. Students from pre-med backgrounds to environmental science backgrounds can take advantage of it. Additionally, it’s up to the student how far they want to take it. I personally presented at a national conference this summer, I know of others who simply volunteered in labs, and others who have presented at the Undergraduate Research Symposium (UGS) and gone on to work in another lab to diversify their experiences. A unique and flexible experience that I would highly recommend every undergraduate student take advantage of.
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Marketing Intern

June - November 2017 • Ypsilanti, MI

What I liked

The freedom of creativity

What I wish was different

Paid internship

Advice

Be open to team collaboration
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Supervisor

May - December 2019 • Ypsilanti, MI

What I liked

Working on campus with great team!

What I wish was different

Advice

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Graduate Researcher

December 2018 - March 2019 • Ypsilanti, MI

What I liked

The way i research my topic and spending my valuable time

What I wish was different

The presentation

Advice

Thesis is a wonderful experience you would overcome as it is the research of many topics u have to go through
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Ambassador/Check-in Team Work Study

September 2020 • Ypsilanti, MI

What I liked

Having a leadership role for the first time. Getting paid to exercise on ambassador shifts, and to do homework on check-in desk shifts. The pay rate was above average for work-study positions. The word "Ambassador" and the phrase "Leadership Role" will look fantastic on my resume.

What I wish was different

I could always use more hours and higher pay.

Advice

Be as attentive and observant as possible. Leadership roles require a delicate balance between authoritativeness and leniency.
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Student Teaching

August - December 2020 • Grass Lake, MI

What I liked

I love my students and my cooperating teacher! This is a very real experience of what it is truly like to be a teacher!

What I wish was different

I wish that I didn't have to do my student teaching during covid. It's been really hard not to have a consistent schedule.

Advice

Just show up and do your very best every day, don't be afraid to ask for help or advice. That is what your CT is for! You got this!
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Marketing assistant

June 2019 • Ypsilanti, MI

What I liked

Flexible schedule and the ability to have creative freedom.

What I wish was different

Higher wages and the ability to receive raises.

Advice

Use the opportunity to grow your skills as you don't have to be an expert to get started so have confidence in yourself even if certain tasks aren't your strong suit yet.
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Orientation Student Assistant

January 2019 • Ypsilanti, MI

What I liked

The collaborative team atmosphere; I felt very supported by my team and enjoyed how work never felt like a burden or a factor of stress.

What I wish was different

I wish we could've spent more time together in person before COVID-19 forced everything online.

Advice

Organizing is key! Be sure to keep separate folders online or on your desk with every single individual project you're working on in this role.
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