Working with children and the family is very rewarding for me.
What I wish was different
I wish I had worked just a little less because I felt like my summer went so fast.
Advice
Finding a family that is a good fit is very important when you are a nanny.
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House Painter
May - August 2019 • Taunton, MA
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Work is work, and money is money.
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Taking care of an elderly woman
May - July 2019 • Hamlet, NC
What I liked
I like being able to help out when I needed.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Nanny
May - August 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
Being able to work with kids and work with them while doing activities
What I wish was different
the kids weren't stubborn
Advice
when working with kids you need patience
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Handy man
May - August 2019 • Orem, UT
What I liked
It was very very flexible as I was working for a friend’s dad.
What I wish was different
It would have been nice to have it be related to what I’m studying.
Advice
Sometimes you just have to do something that will pay the bills!
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Grounds Management
May - August 2019 • Cleveland, OH
What I liked
Working outdoors and making a noticeable difference in the area
What I wish was different
The truck we had was being replaced at the end of the year so it was kind of falling apart.
Advice
Stay hydrated.
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Rugby player
June - August 2019 • Little Rock, AR
What I liked
I liked that I was able to do something that I love while receiving college credit. I learned a lot that made me into a better rugby player.
What I wish was different
The amount of time I was there, I would have liked to spend more time and not getting injured.
Advice
If it’s something you love to do, just do it. You’re only young once and experiencing something when you’re old is not the same as when you experience the same thing while you’re young.
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Volunteer
June 2014 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
I liked the sense of community it provided as well as the opportunities to meet new people. I speak German fluently, and when I met an older volunteer from Germany we spoke German to each other. She taught me a lot of idioms.
What I wish was different
It was a good experience all around; I have no complaints.
Advice
Be open to new experiences, because you’ll never know who you’ll meet.
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Volunteer
May - August 2019 • Edmond, OK
What I liked
I enjoy volunteering!
What I wish was different
Had more time to volunteer with the schools
Advice
Volunteering without pay is so worth it.
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Nanny
May - August 2019 • Hudson, OH
What I liked
Very flexible, paid well, nice family
What I wish was different
Nothing, I enjoyed all aspects.
Advice
Always keep an open mind-even if you think something isn’t for you, you may turn out enjoying it.
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Graphic Designer
March 2013 • Ogden, UT
What I liked
Small business with great coworkers and company culture. The chance to work on lots of different things.
What I wish was different
Better pay and benefits
Advice
Don't be afraid to ask for what you need.
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General Contractor
June - August 2019 • Panama City, FL
What I liked
Helping rebuild my grandparent's house
What I wish was different
It was very hot outside, wish it was colder.
Advice
Never underestimate a hurricane.
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Medical Assistant
April 2019 • Tucson, AZ
What I liked
Getting lots of clinical experience.
What I wish was different
Hourly wage
Advice
Get clinical experience before medical school.
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Camp Counselor
May - August 2019 • Baltimore, MD
What I liked
What I wish was different
I wish I would have more work relating to the field that I want to go into
Advice
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Horticulturist
April - September 2019 • Crested Butte, CO
What I liked
Free time
What I wish was different
Position
Advice
If they can't pay for basic business they won't pay you
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Painter
June - August 2019 • Bentonville, AR
What I liked
Quiet, fairly easy.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Pizza Delivery Driver
June - August 2019 • Plano, TX
What I liked
I liked interacting with people.
What I wish was different
I wish I got more hours.
Advice
I would say to just work hard.
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Summer camp counselor
June - August 2019 • Howell Township, NJ
What I liked
Loved being involved in the community and working with the young children!
What I wish was different
Advice
Every day is a new and fun filled day :)
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Dental hygiene
August 2016 • Miami, FL
What I liked
Working with the elderly
What I wish was different
Closer to home patients
Advice
License required
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Camp Counselor
June 2012 - July 2019 • Lafayette, LA
What I liked
The children are funny people. Seeing a change of shy students when the summer starts, to being bright and bold when the camp ends.
What I wish was different
I wish I didn't work as much. I work work here from 8-5:30, then work nights from 6-11pm and weekends. I didn't give my all to the kids because some days I would come exhausted.
Advice
If you do not like kids, do not work at a camp. Kids are hilarious, but the need to know/see some one cares for them. Not someone who is just there for a check.
