The lab experience as well as the relationships I built there
What I wish was different
I wish I had more work to do as a freshman. It is understandable though because I did not know enough to work on any of our larger projects.
Advice
Research is a very personal experience and is fun but also challenging at times.
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Information Assistant
June - August 2022 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
Meeting and helping different people, and just being behind the desk. Not needing to do hard labor or anything.
What I wish was different
Having a second person working.
Advice
Be kind to the people who you work with.
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IT Intern
August 2021 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
I love the environment and the the people I work with, as well as being able to get hands on experience with new things!
What I wish was different
Truthfully, I am not sure how to answer this question. I wouldn't change anything about what I do for work here.
Advice
If you really want to get hands on experience and learn new things about technology, this is a great internship opportunity!
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Desk Assistant
August 2021 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
I love the flexibility of this job !
What I wish was different
Advice
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Intern
June 2021 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
This internship helped me explore other allied health professions within the healthcare sector.
What I wish was different
I wish it was in person. This year, it was virtual due to the pandemic. However, that did not take away from the invaluable knowledge I gained from this experience.
Advice
Be confident, ask questions, treat your virtual conferences, interview, internships and so on as if it were in person. Having that attitude will help you get the most from the experience.
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REU Program Researcher
May - August 2021 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
Not only was the research area extremely interesting and applicable to my major, but the freedom available to me in terms of methodologies for testing hypotheses was extremely beneficial.
What I wish was different
A slightly longer program such that I could continue to do the research for longer.
Advice
Participate in Undergraduate Research as soon as possible, it is a vital experience everyone should gather regardless of their major and background.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
August 2020 - May 2021 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
Both the director and graduate assistant who I worked under at Equity Research Lab were very communicative and flexible. I greatly appreciated initial options as to what I would be interested in helping with, the team meetings, and the remote-work environment.
What I wish was different
Advice
Make sure to communicate often about changes in scheduling and updates on what you're working on. Work with Equity Research Lab is fast-paced, and if you do not finish something one shift, someone might take up that same work before your next shift.
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Lab Intern
May 2021 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
It was a very insightful look into what working in a lab would be like and helped me to solidify my career choice. This internship also gave me the opportunity to network and make many valuable connections.
What I wish was different
There are several seminars and meetings you're expected to go to depending on your program. The times chosen for them weren't always ideal.
Advice
Try to find a lab that interests you personally.
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Research intern
February 2021 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
I liked getting hands on research experience
What I wish was different
I wish the program was more structured
Advice
Ask as many questions as you can
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
January 2019 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
got to learn a lot of research skills as well as more general life lessons through the mentor ship program
What I wish was different
a slightly less time commitment
Advice
pursue something you’re interested in, it will make the experience much more positive
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Graphic Designer
February 2019 - June 2020 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
Environment was very laid back, s well as allowing for creative freedom and idea generation
Employer, Mark Jeffries, was also a very kind and understanding
What I wish was different
Nothing, I really enjoyed the job
Advice
Always be willing to think outside the box and go out of your comfort zone.
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Equipment Room Monitor
September 2019 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
How relaxed it is
What I wish was different
Windows in the room
Advice
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Communications Graduate Assistant
August 2020 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
It has been very rewarding so far. Real, quality experience working with a NCAA Division 1 school.
What I wish was different
I wish that COVID-19 allowed for sports to be played on time, however that was simply the hand we were all dealt.
Advice
Take advantage of every opportunity to grow your resume through different events.
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Conference Services Assistant
May - August 2018 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
I loved the flexibility in hours and the great working environment
What I wish was different
I wish we had been more accurately informed about how often we would be on-call. I had been under the assumption that I would only have 1 overnight on-call shift per week, but at times it could be as high as 4 or 5 nights.
Advice
Take the time to set a schedule that accounts for all of your other summer plans in their entirety, so that you won't have to worry about requesting time off after you've started your job.
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Research Assistant
August 2017 - June 2018 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
The experience that I got out of it. I was able to learn a lot of things about the study that I was working on, as well as clinical experience.
What I wish was different
I wish that I could have stayed their longer, but I transferred schools.
Advice
Get all the experience you need because it looks good on resumes, and you will gain a lot of knowledge and experience, as well as be able to network with a lot of different people in doing so.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
January 2018 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
The freedom to make my own schedule, working on a project that I was interested in.
What I wish was different
I mainly wish I had more time to spend in the lab. I also have a job off-campus that takes up most of my time outside of classes
Advice
Research is definitely something that you have to be passionate about. It can be difficult and frustrating at times but you have to just be willing to keep working on it if you want to see good results. Don't be afraid of it!
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Camp Counselor
June - July 2018 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
- working with high schoolers
- included meals and housing
- overall program was enjoyable
- building relationships with both the students and my coworkers
What I wish was different
- hours are irregular and difficult to adjust to
- food options
Advice
- Being respectful and patient with people regardless of age is necessary to be a successful counselor.
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Mentor
July - August 2018 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
The program provided plenty fun and new experiences and gave me a chance to grow my social capital.
What I wish was different
I wish summer school was free so I didn't have to stress about whether or not I had the money to pay for school.
Advice
Be adventurous.
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Biomedical Research Intern
May - August 2018 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
Working with PhD students and the research doctors in the lab was very rewarding and informative. They were very helpful in teaching me and I enjoyed learning about their research topics. The lab also has high standards for protocols and lab procedures to ensure good results.
What I wish was different
I was happy with the experience overall, my only comment would be that it was more of a cell culture lab than a biomechanics lab, which is what I am interested in.
Advice
I would tell them what you are interested in initially so you work on a project that you like.
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Desk Assistant
May 2018 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
I could do school work while working the desk.
What I wish was different
It was a prettt self-explanatory job
Advice
It has a work-study preference for candidates but the job is for people that can effectively communicate with strangers and often times, parents
