Idaho State University

Mechanical Engineering Intern

February 2019 • Pocatello, ID

What I liked

I learned a few industry relevant skills such as how to 3D print and simulate failure within modeling software.

What I wish was different

Advice

Embrace your inadequacies and work-hard to learn new skills. I learned much but still have infinite room for growth.

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Radiation Protection Technician

September 2018 • Pocatello, ID

What I liked

I liked all the experience that I gained in the work environment I was placed in. I now have some experience in multiple fields and understand how they overlap.

What I wish was different

I wish that I had been able to settle into my position faster.

Advice

I would say that everyone should intern in the kind of place they are thinking about working in. It will give them an idea of what their future will actually be like. School will only show you so much.

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Student IT

September 2017 • Pocatello, ID

What I liked

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

Advice

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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

Advice

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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!