Kent State University

Marketing Intern

May - October 2019 • Kent, OH

What I liked

The flexibility of hours and variety of work.

What I wish was different

The work load and work environment.

Advice

Don’t fall behind on your work.

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chaperone

May - July 2019 • Kent, OH

What I liked

As a Fashion School summer program chaperone and student leader I loved working with the prospective high school students and teaching them my knowledge of the school and the work I have done for class and different techniques used in fashion design for sewing and drawing

What I wish was different

I wish it was a bit more direct and organized of my specific position

Advice

I had a great time working this job but I would recommend being prepared with solutions to conflicts between students and indecisive groups when deciding where to take the groups for lunch if you’re given that task

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Student Desk Receptionist

May - August 2019 • Kent, OH

What I liked

I loved working with residents and helping incoming freshman find the resources they needed.

What I wish was different

n/a

Advice

This is a great summer job especially if you are taking summer courses or have an internship.

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Undergraduate Researcher

June 2019 • Kent, OH

What I liked

The research experience was rather enjoyable. I worked under Dr. Zheng performing synthetic research on select anti cancer agents.

What I wish was different

I wish our experiments had actually worked out, but that’s science for you.

Advice

Be prepared to fail, and learn from it.

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Adventure Center Employee

May 2017 • Kent, OH

What I liked

I have learned and developed so many skills, both technical and interpersonal, and I have been able to share my love of the outdoors with so many new people!

What I wish was different

Advice

Be open to learning and trying new things!

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Conference assistant

May - August 2019 • Kent, OH

What I liked

Team activities

What I wish was different

Room with shower

Advice

Better communication

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Administrative Clerk

July 2019 • Kent, OH

What I liked

My supervisor and every single person I worked with! Kent State is a one of a kind place that continues to change my life everyday. I made lifelong friends and unforgettable memories that I will cherish forever.

What I wish was different

Advice

Don't EVER give up. Chase your dreams and consistently remind yourself you can do anything you set your mind to!

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Summer Undergraduate Research Experience

June - August 2019 • Kent, OH

What I liked

This experience allowed me to work one on one with a KSU mentor. I learned a lot of valuable information and skills from this opportunity.

What I wish was different

At the end of the internship, there was a presentation that all students that participated had to present. I wish what kind of information was expected in the presentation was more clear.

Advice

I would highly recommend applying for this program if you have the opportunity!

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media specialist

May - August 2019 • Kent, OH

What I liked

I got to work with professionals and do things in my career field and got regular feedback and I also got to see how my work gets used after selection!

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time!

Advice

Need to already have some experience and ready to refine it with the help of the media specialists.

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Psychologist Research Assistant

May - August 2019 • Akron, OH

What I liked

Recruiting on site (Akron Children's Hospital) for 20 hours/ week gave me invaluable research experience. I was able to work directly with two Co-PIs, medical staff, and study participants. My favorite part was being able to work in the fast-paced environment of the Emergency Department.

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

Get experience in your field any way you can! You have to start somewhere, and almost every position can teach you something important in preparation for your career someday!

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Graphic Designer Intern

June 2014 • Kent, OH

What I liked

I liked the hands on experience in my field.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time with university designers.

Advice

Keep an open mind.

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Lifeguard

May - August 2019 • Kent, OH

What I liked

It’s pretty easy

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

Pretty boring job, if you want to do anything interesting, don’t do this

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Flash guide

May - July 2019 • Kent, OH

What I liked

Everything

What I wish was different

Less coworkers

Advice

Networking and met many people

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Instructional Designer Student Assistant

January 2019 • Kent, OH

What I liked

I loved the flexibility. It really helped when I had to schedule courses and my supervisor is very generous and knows that being a student comes first.

What I wish was different

Advice

It really helps grow your knowledge with Microsoft Office products, as well as learning more about the campus itself. Almost everyday I learn something new just from being in this field.

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