Biola University

Website Intern

June 2019 • Biola, CA

What I liked

The job was online and I enjoyed being able to work from home.

What I wish was different

Maybe more communication from my supervisors.

Advice

Be innovative and take chances.

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Dorm Repair

May - September 2019 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

People I worked with were nice

What I wish was different

Not much

Advice

N/A

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Office Assistant

May 2018 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

My coworkers are wonderful.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Landscape Architect

May - July 2019 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

I loved the staff and flexible hours.

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

Working hard as unto the Lord and doing your best work makes this job most enjoyable.

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UG Helper for Fascilities Management

May - August 2019 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

Fun coworkers and bosses, change of scenery, learning practical skills

What I wish was different

Advice

If you’re not okay with getting dirty at work or sometimes working outside when it’s hot, this job isn’t for you.

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I.T. Rep

October 2017 - November 2019 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

The team is fantastic to work with. Some of the most hardworking, organized and kind people I know. There's a large learning curve, but everyone is supportive and available to answer any questions you have.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Custodian

May 2018 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

Great Community of people. Enjoyed every time working with the crew in the morning. Great care and support to their student workers. Started work with devotional and prayer, which I really appreciated!!

What I wish was different

Advice

This is the mission statement for Biola Facilities Management: To provide Christ-like services to the Biola community and faithful stewardship of the university facilities. It was inspiring to learn how Faith could be integrated in our work environment. Look after it :)

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Campus Dorm Repair

June 2018 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

Rhythm of the job

What I wish was different

Better crew. Some people didn't work.

Advice

It is a good example of real life.

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Residential Facilities

May 2019 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

Good work, not difficult, with clear parameters and limits. The crew was fun to work with and I like my boss.

What I wish was different

Honestly nothing really.

Advice

It's good to be able to work 32 hours a week, it feels like I'm doing something

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Conference Services

May 2018 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

Working with new people, exposure to more conferences

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

Definitely recommending to anyone who would want to learn how to deal with customer service, do physical labor.

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I.T. Helpdesk Representative

September 2017 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

Fantastic community. Love working and learning along these guys. Great mentorship and I learned a great deal of communication and technical skills that are applicable to my field.

What I wish was different

Our department was a bit short staffed

Advice

Ask questions! Don't be afraid to look like you don't know things. Asking questions shows you're invested in learning the trade and builds relationship with your superiors.

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Psychologist Research Assistant

May 2018 • Bangkok, Bangkok Metropolitan Region

What I liked

Conducting phenomenological research on the experience of mental health professionals in a country where psychology is still rather undervalued and underrepresented was incredibly educational and moving. On top of that, I was able to get my first hands-on experience conducting my own self-directed research which has peaked my interest for pursuing a doctorate in psychology.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time to work on my research, especially the amount of field work time I had in Thailand. My on-site research was limited to only one month.

Advice

Take the time to prepare well for research. It will make a world of a difference when you begin collecting data.

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Stewart Research Assistant

May - July 2018 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

I liked the opportunity to continue my research at Biola and mentor up and coming students in the sciences. I got to interact more with the professors than I would during the school year and learn more research techniques at a much faster pace.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Dorm Setup Crew

May 2018 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

I was able to work a lot of hours (40) and always have my weekends free by working a regular 8-5 schedule. Also enjoyed that it was physical/manual labor

What I wish was different

Advice

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Custodial Worker

June 2018 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

Friendly people.

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

It's a great job, and you'll learn some integrity if you work every day.

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AVL Technician

August 2015 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

Administration and Organization

What I wish was different

More times for feedback

Advice

You'll be strengthened

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Admissions Mailroom Worker

September 2017 - August 2019 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

I liked how this job didn't have me sit at a desk all day. It's very physical--driving the golf cart around to pick up and drop off boxes, packaging boxes, and running on other errands for various departments. While there were slower days because of the summer time, the busy days were always fun.

What I wish was different

There have been times when I wanted to work over the weekend.

Advice

Be a team player and personable!

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Foundations Relations Office Associate

August 2019 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

I loved the support that I received during my training in the summer, and that I am currently receiving as I grow my skills in writing and reporting. This job is perfect for people who enjoy close research, people, and collaborative work.

What I wish was different

Advice

There is a pretty steep learning curve for students entering this work without any experience with the RNXT/database, and grant language and writing. My advice for tackling the curve is to brush up on as much of the language as you can before training, putting in the time and practice to become proficient at the job, and always communicating with coworkers.

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Life Guard and Swim Instructor

May 2018 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

I really enjoyed working with the children that I had and making friends with the other guards and instructors.

What I wish was different

I wish that I had had more of a consistent work week where I was constantly paid.

Advice

I would say that this job was great but go into it expecting to get frustrated with the kids at times and not getting as many hours as you want.

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Organic Chemistry Research Assistant

May 2018 • La Mirada, CA

What I liked

There were two great things that stand out when I look back at my time so far as an organic chemistry research assistant at Biola. First, I received in-depth experience in the procedures and nuances of a laboratory setting. Coming in, I was incredibly uncertain in the lab, but now I would consider it a strength. Second, the community and camaraderie was really felt among the other interns. Spurred on by our professors, a community had formed by the end of the summer.

What I wish was different

There is no one thing that comes to mind about what I wish had been different. I had an overall splendid time and am very pleased with both the staff and my other interns.

Advice

Dive in. Make sure you ask a lot of questions and write everything down. No, seriously, write everything down. It will save a lot of time down the road.

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