I love being able to work right at the university. It makes it very easy to go from school to work.
What I wish was different
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Human Resources Intern
August 2018 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
Everything! I was able to learn different jobs in HR such as Training, Benefits, and etc. I have learned a lot and enjoyed every moment of it.
What I wish was different
N/A
Advice
If you are interested in the HR field it is good to start getting experiences.
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Idaho Virtulization Lab
May 2019 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
I enjoyed the work environment and the type of work I was doing.
What I wish was different
I wish that there were more hours available to do later such as until 7 pm
Advice
That any job is feasible with enough practice put into it.
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Financial Technician
October 2018 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
Campus job was great for connecting with coworkers. One big Bengal family!
What I wish was different
A job is a job and since I do enjoy it, I wouldn't change anything.
Advice
On campus jobs really are great for financially struggling students. They work around your schedule and know all about problems that arise from school. Also a great way to possibly get a job in your major's field for a head start before graduating!
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Graphic Design Intern
November 2018 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
I loved being able to work and take care of my new baby at the same time.
What I wish was different
Nothing it's been amazing.
Advice
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Public Safety Dispatcher
July 2017 • Idaho State University, ID
What I liked
I love being a dispatcher for ISU, being to help others on campus and bringing a safe environment to the campus community has been wonderful.
What I wish was different
Nothing!
Advice
This job opportunity has been wonderful working with my schooling, and working with my coworkers has been a great experience.
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Fish Ecology Intern
June - August 2019 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
I got field and lab experience with fish and freshwater invertebrates.
What I wish was different
I wish I'd been told when we were going into the field longer in advance.
Advice
You need to be comfortable camping for long periods of time and working in difficult conditions.
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Director of Network and Communications
July 2019 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
Excellent Staff
What I wish was different
Nothing, love the job
Advice
Concepts are great, the practical application of the knowledge I gained in school was harder than I expected. I have reached out to others who have been successful in navigating the establishment of great teams and am using their guidance to help build unity.
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office assistant
October 2016 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
Flexible hours to work around classes
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
On-campus jobs are great; they offer flexible hours and allow you to go to school simultaneously.
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Carpenter
January 2017 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
The creativity and difficulty of some projects.
What I wish was different
The communication, and teamwork
Advice
I would recommend working a trade job, it’s good experience and a good life skill.
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Swim instructor
May 2019 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
The flexibility of being a private swim instructor
What I wish was different
More hours
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Customer Service Representative Intern
May 2019 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
What I wish was different
The morning time-I had to be here by 7am.
I wished it was a little late, maybe 9!?
Advice
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Pond Student Union Buliding Office Assistant
August - December 2019 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
Friendly atmosphere, coworkers and superiors were incredibly understanding and kind. You get good office experience but there is also plenty of down time depending on the day to get homework done.
What I wish was different
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Student Ambassador
May - August 2019 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
I was working in the office I am in during the school year so it was incredibly rewarding to be able to work with prospective students during the summer. I love working in a University setting and having students close to my age interested in my home is even better!
What I wish was different
The days are long and tours can be hot, there isn't much I would change just the weather a bit cooler. Honestly, no complaints from me!
Advice
Be on top of communication to let the students know just how much you care about them!
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Research assistant
May - July 2019 • Idaho State University, ID
What I liked
I liked being able to be autonomous in my own project.
What I wish was different
I wish it lasted longer.
Advice
Be excited and willing to do things that you are uncomfortable with, because you'll grow from the experience.
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Lab assistant
May 2019 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
It was a relaxed experience that allowed me to learn skills for my degree in Microbiology.
What I wish was different
I would have liked it more if I was able to do more intense research and less cleaning.
Advice
Be engaged. I only learned because I asked questions and actively participated.
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Carpenter
May - July 2019 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
It was a fun experience and I learned new skills I didn’t know before.
What I wish was different
I wish that there could have been some avoided tension between the carpenters and the director.
Advice
It’s a great experience and it is a good way to get a foot in the door.
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Lab Intern
May - July 2019 • Meridian, ID
What I liked
It was a great chance to gain hands on experience with human antomy
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Be ready to learn
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Biology Research Intern
May - August 2019 • Pocatello, ID
What I liked
They were very friendly and I had the chance to personally work with a PhD and I was able to work with a research team from different countries around the world.
What I wish was different
I just wish it was closer. The hour commute was difficult.
Advice
Make sure to study research skills before you go.
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Building Manager
August 2018 • Idaho Falls, ID
What I liked
Hours are flexible, works around campus, work study.
What I wish was different
Not have a cap at 25 hours.
Advice
Not enough people know about jobs on campus, explore the possibilities. It's a great opportunity to work and study.
