I enjoyed the creative control over the position as well as the flexibility with my schedule.
What I wish was different
I would have appreciated more constructive criticism on my work.
Advice
Be prepared to be very self-motivated. It's a tough role - but very rewarding.
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Harding University Student Recruiter
May - August 2023 • Searcy, AR
What I liked
I loved that I was able to positively impact as many people as I could.
What I wish was different
I wish that I had more time off than I did.
Advice
Share personal experiences from your time at Harding when you are talking to prospective new students.
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Office Worker
May 2016 - July 2019 • Searcy, AR
What I liked
I worked the job 4 summers in a row and loved it each summer!
What I wish was different
Nothing really!
Advice
Be ready to monitor and adjust. Things won’t always go as planned.
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Camp Counselor
June - July 2019 • Searcy, AR
What I liked
work with kids
What I wish was different
needs to be longer!
Advice
prioritize relationships
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Camp Counselor
June - July 2019 • Searcy, AR
What I liked
I loved working with counselors who have the same mindset as I do and who just love the campers and want the best for them. I liked getting to know my campers and playing games and sports with them.
What I wish was different
More sessions of camp!
Advice
Put yourself out there to get to know campers, counselors, and sponsors.
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Honor Symposium Counselor
June - July 2019 • Searcy, AR
What I liked
I loved the work environment and who I got to work with. The employers really trust you and give you a lot of freedom.
What I wish was different
I wish there was more help for the counselors. It’s an exhausting job.
Advice
Be ready to work hard, invest in people, and learn a lot!
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Technical Services Librarian Assistant
January 2018 • Searcy, AR
What I liked
Super easy to accomplish. On the job training and enjoyable work.
What I wish was different
I wish I was able to keep this job long term after graduating school.
Advice
Get ready to work. This is not a cushy desk job that some positions in libraries offer.
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Missionary Intern
May - June 2019 • Pokhara, Gandaki Zone
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
If you are interested in mission work, then getting practical experience with a long time missionary if important. My time in Nepal was filled with life long memories and lessons.
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McNair Research Internship
June - August 2019 • Searcy, AR
What I liked
I enjoyed pursuing research and learning more about my project as well as my colleagues’ projects.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have done the internship more than just this summer.
Advice
To make sure that all the data collection and work is done in a timely manner.
