I really liked the team I worked with. I think that they alone made the job much more bearable and we all worked well together to complete our tasks in a timely manner.
What I wish was different
I wish that the job itself would have been a little more organized. I felt like there were a lot of situations that popped up that could have been avoided and handled better had the management team been a little more on top of things.
Advice
I would say that if you have a good attitude and don't mind rolling your sleeves up and doing real work, then this job is enjoyable. I would also advise people looking to do this job to make sure they have patience with it.
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Research Assistant
June 2019 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
I love working in this lab. It has been an incredible opportunity to gain lab based skills including learning how to spawn coral in a lab setting.
What I wish was different
Advice
If you have the opportunity to work in a lab as an undergraduate, take it! It is a very valuable experience to have.
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FIT Contact Tracer
August 2020 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
I personally got a lot of information and skills from the practice interview and the reviewing of my resume by the career center. I was able to greatly improve my resume including rewriting the tasks that each job had and formatting properly so it was easy to scan. The interview skills that I obtained were the quick summary of yourself in the beginning, highlighting your strengths in answers to questions, and asking important questions at the end of the interview.
What I wish was different
One thing I wish had been different about the mock interview was that my interviewer provided more constructive criticism because they really nit picked some of the aspects of my interview instead of providing information to improve it.
Advice
One piece of advise I would share is that when beginning an interview, it is important to introduce yourself with who you are, major, and involvements. Then you can move onto some accomplishments in the past and hope for the future after this interview.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
June - August 2019 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
I liked the freedom of being able to work independently and then check in with my boss at the end of the week to go over my progress. This experience allowed me to conduct individual research and also collaborate with a professor with expertise in the field.
What I wish was different
Instructions will not always be outlined perfectly for you. Sometimes you have to make educated decisions on how to go about solving a problem. I wish I had realized this at the beginning of the research so that I could have been more consistent with my work.
Advice
Do not be afraid to ask questions. It shows that you are genuinely interested in what you are doing and whoever you are working with will probably be passionate and love to answer your questions.
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Orientation advisor
May - July 2019 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
Opportunity for growth
What I wish was different
Advice
Be super open minded
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Student Orientation Coordinator
October 2018 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
Being able to work with a small team to create an entire program from start to finish. I was able to see the process come full circle and also work in a constantly changing environment to adapt to new challenges.
What I wish was different
Nothing. The experience surpasses all expectations that I had going into it.
Advice
I would say that challenges consistently arise in the work environment. Even in the face of these challenges, taking a minute to use the resources that you have been given and problem solve in a clear and organized way will be of great use.
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Orientation Advisor
May 2019 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
It provided great leadership experience and a fun environment to develop skills in many areas
What I wish was different
Advice
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Research Assistant
September 2018 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
I loved getting hands-on experience working in a professional laboratory. I got to do work with molecular biology, genetics, and veterinary science. I helped on an ongoing research project studying shellfish disease in the New England Area. The lab was small and personal, and I became very comfortable with my coworkers.
What I wish was different
I only wish that I had a few hours per week, and got to work entirely through the summer instead of going home on August 1.
Advice
Other students should seek out as many experiences as possible and talk to professors about potential opportunities. I got this job by asking around until I found a lab with an opening. I would also tell other students to not be afraid of starting off their position as a volunteer. I volunteered in the lab for one semester, and then started getting paid my second semester. They offered me a position all the way through the summer, and I continue to work there to this day.
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Student
January 2017 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
Registration for events on campus
What I wish was different
The mock interview at rwu didn't go up until it was right before the event
Advice
Try to experience as much as you can and take advantage of the many services provided.
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Administrative Assistant Intern
May - June 2019 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
Hours and flexibility
What I wish was different
Advice
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Orientation Advisor
May - October 2019 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
I made amazing friendships and got to work with incoming students to prepare them for their first semester on campus.
What I wish was different
I wish I had been paid more and been able to get an internship after the program was complete.
Advice
Orientation is a life changing experience and it is a great way to break out of your shell and become the best version of yourself possible.
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Human Resources Intern
August 2019 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
Loved the people and the relevant assignments
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Definitely find out about HR it’s very relevant to every aspect of business
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Orientation Advisor
January - October 2019 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
I liked the opportunity to help freshmen navigate through the transition period of coming to campus.
What I wish was different
I wish I had the opportunity to connect more with all of the orientees. There were so many in the incoming class to help advise.
Advice
Being an Orientation Advisor was singlehandedly one of the most rewarding experiences I have ever had in my life. If you are thinking about becoming one, I challenge you to apply. This position literally changed my life and taught me some of my most valued skills needed in future careers.
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Orientation advisor
May - July 2019 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
Meeting everyone involved in this process and being able to help incoming freshmen make their transition easier!
What I wish was different
The training process. While it was beneficial and informative; the process was very extensive and there were many components that my coworkers and I didn’t believe to be necessary.
Advice
Take it all in, it was a great experience and something everyone should try to do
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Summer Research Assistant
May - June 2019 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
I had the experience to work one on one with a faculty member and gained valuable research experience.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Summer Conference Assistant
June - August 2019 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
What I wish was different
While I enjoyed the work and camaraderie with my coworkers, I wish I had known about the management situation earlier - concerning the changes in who was leading the program and who would be leaving. These managerial shifts allowed for significant lapses in judgement which affected every aspect of the job - from daily tasks to wages - in a negative way. There were severe skips in the chain of communication and command everyday as tasks would be unassigned and then reassigned multiple times within a work day. There were also significant legal issues within the Summer Conference Department at Roger Williams during this time of changing hands as worker's rights were exploited by withholding payment for mandatory shifts outside regular hours. As workers we did not pursue any legal action for when we asked questions we were met with contention from our superiors or a simple deference of responsibility or ability to provide aid or solutions. However, I was satisfied when I was assured the next year's hirees would be treated differently - fairly - and would be overseen with dedicated management. This period of turnover made a stain on the memories from that job as well as the job itself.
Advice
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Marketing/Communications Intern
January - May 2019 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
I loved being able to see the University behind the scenes and work with other RWU staff members that could teach me how the University uses their communication tools to keep an online presence.
What I wish was different
I wish that I was able to spend more time interning in this position as I really enjoyed it so much.
Advice
I would advise students applying to this position to know your strengths and offer the department new skills and ideas that have not been proposed to them before - make yourself stand out!
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Orientation Advisor
May - July 2018 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
Working Orientation gave me the opportunity to interact with other student leaders as well as incoming students and their families. It allowed me to learn more about the University, the faculty and staff, and more about myself!
What I wish was different
I wish I was able to continue working the job for the entire summer instead of ending in July.
Advice
It is important to be welcoming and open minded towards the incoming students and families because you never know the situation they are in.
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Tour Guide
October 2013 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
It is a nice way to meet new people and work on public speaking skills.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Orientation Advisor
January - October 2018 • Bristol, RI
What I liked
I really enjoyed the leadership opportunity that this job allowed me to gain. I was able to learn so much about different departments on campus and was able to tranfser that knowledge to the incoming freshman and transfer students.
What I wish was different
I wish I was able to continue to work more throughout the summer.
Advice
Take a chance and apply to be an orientation advisor. It was the most rewarding experience of my life and you will learn more about yourself and what you are capable of while doing it.
