I loved the environment that I worked in. I felt very comfortable in that space. All the staff was very friendly and I always came in to work wanting to come back because I built a great relationship with my co-workers, which I still talk to today.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have gotten more hours but I guess I couldn’t since I did have another job that I was working for part time as well.
Advice
That this is a great summer job, definitely would recomend to others. And it’s a great way to get to know the campus as well.
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Mail Deliverer
August 2017 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
I loved the coworkers and atmosphere.
What I wish was different
Nothing!
Advice
Always put 100% effort into your work!
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Student assistant
April - August 2019 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
It was a great experience to be able to gain clerical and customer service skills.
What I wish was different
I wish there was more students my age and that there were more responsibilities.
Advice
Make sure you want to do clerical work such as scanning and filling out paperwork
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Accounting Assistant - Payroll Office
May 2019 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
I liked how I was able to gain professional experience while working on campus. The hours are super flexible and I was always able to pick up extra shifts if I wanted to. Everyone in this office is very friendly and I am very glad that I applied to this job!
What I wish was different
Advice
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Grand Valley State University Pew Campus Operations
April - November 2019 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
It was super chill and relaxing
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
It’s convenient and easy
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STEM intern
June 2019 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
The experience of teaching
What I wish was different
More training
Advice
Can be hard to work with kids from so many different backgrounds
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Parking Services Specialist
January 2019 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
Very pleasant working environment great and pleasant people to be around.
What I wish was different
nothing. pretty satisfied with my job and working conditions.
Advice
A positive attitude goes a long way especially when dealing directly with customers .
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Student Assistant to The Graduate School
May 2019 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
Flexible hours, being able to help students as well as faculty and staff, relaxed working conditions, great co-workers/superiors.
What I wish was different
Work with them earlier.
Advice
Learn Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
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IT Helpdesk Level One Technician
March 2019 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
Loved the work environment, as well as my supervisor.
What I wish was different
More flexibility in schedule, ability to change.
Advice
Don't say you're available for weekends.
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Orientation Assistant
April - August 2019 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
working with a variety of students and staff members
What I wish was different
Advice
use the opportunity to network with staff and faculty
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Admissions VIP
May 2019 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
I was able to share my experience with prospective students.
What I wish was different
Wish I had been payed a little more.
Advice
Great on campus job that works around your class schedule.
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Conference Assistant
May - August 2019 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
Meeting people from different states or cities in Michigan of different age groups.
What I wish was different
Just that it was longer than just summer employment.
Advice
Make sure you’re on your toes and open minded.
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Summer Research
May - August 2019 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
I enjoyed the relative freedom of what I could do in my approach in researching algae beads.
What I wish was different
I wish I had access to more equipment that could have been useful in my research.
Advice
Be yourself and listen to the research investigator and what advice is given for the research.
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Student employee
April 2019 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
Having a flexible schedule
What I wish was different
Wish i would’ve gotten a job in my field of study
Advice
It’s a good job for a freshman or sophomore during the school year but try to get experience in your field during the summer
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Student Receptionist
April 2018 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
I loved getting to work in an office environment. The professors and the office coordinator were all so welcoming and very appreciative of the work.
What I wish was different
Advice
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TRiO Upward Bound - Mathematics Tutor
May - June 2018 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
It was nice to help high school students learn more about mathematics, as well as tell them more about what it's like to be in college.
What I wish was different
It probably would have been wise of me to research the job position more thoroughly so that I was better prepared for the job.
Advice
Before accepting a position, ask lots of questions. Even if you are set on accepting, make sure you know your role and that will set you up for success.
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Student Employee
June 2018 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
I loved the flexible hours, work environment, and the people I worked with.
What I wish was different
I cannot think of anything I wish would've been different.
Advice
Come to work in a good mood, and you will leave work in a good mood.
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Librarian User experience student
April 2018 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
The staff and coworkers around me
What I wish was different
A little busier during the summer hours but this is not the jobs fault
Advice
It is a great learning experience and applicable to any future job
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conference assistant
June - August 2018 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
I enjoyed working with different campus from different sides of the state, as well as out of the state.
What I wish was different
Different small barriers, but nothing I couldn't handle.
Advice
Your coworkers make everyday worth it, they the ones who make your experience, therefore teamwork is very important.
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Office Assistant
September 2017 • Allendale, MI
What I liked
I liked only working typical 9-5 hours and not having to work on the weekends
What I wish was different
I wish that I had gotten more hours at work so as to save up more money for the school year
