My peers and my superiors were almost all really enjoyable to work with. The work was not challenging, but it was largely rewarding.
What I wish was different
Without giving away too many details, the disappearance of a key person in the early stages of the project resulted in a decentralized command structure that ended up being more of a hindrance than a help.
Advice
This was a very worthwhile endeavor, even though the initial, on-paper application may not have made it look like much of anything.
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Researcher
June - September 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
Research
What I wish was different
Final presentation format
Advice
Do it
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Summer Intern
May - August 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
I liked how flexible everything was and how I was working along people my age
What I wish was different
I would've liked more support from the higher ups. They left you to figure out things by yours most of the time
Advice
Skills only get you so far. Knowing the right people is what makes you succeed in life
Recruitment process and intermediate time between offer and actual confirmation was long and quiet
Advice
Make sure you practice your lectures beforehand!
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Data Development Intern
May 2017 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
The interaction between co workers
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Nothing
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Summer Conferences Coordinator
May - August 2016 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
Very structured and gave a ton of opportunity to develop.
What I wish was different
Not as many leadership changes.
Advice
Consider as many factors as possible when reviewing how they compensate, and what professional opportunities they offer.
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Research Intern
June - August 2017 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
I had a fabulous research mentor and a supportive group and positive work environment. Very rewarding@
What I wish was different
Advice
Network! I found this opportunity at a conference (American Astronomical Society Meeting).
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Research Assistant
May - August 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
I loved working in the Social Cognitive Neuroscience Lab, because there were great neuroscience research resources and the various people I worked with in my lab were amazing.
What I wish was different
N/A
Advice
I would use the network that you have (professors, etc.) to find different opportunities outside of Earlham (research labs love to take students who have secure funding, such as the EPIC Advantage)!
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Physics Research Intern
June 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
I learned a lot about particle physics experiments, both from a programming and an engineering perspective, as well as the physics underlying them! I could work at my own pace, and the people I worked with were amazingly friendly and supportive.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Student
June - August 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
The amazing learning opportunities.
What I wish was different
I wish there had been more structure.
Advice
It was very helpful to form study groups.
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Research assistant
June - September 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
Working in linguistics, flexible schedule
What I wish was different
More social interaction, more variety
Advice
Find a good place to do work
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Research Assistant
June 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
Enjoyed connecting with experienced scientists and learning the ropes of operating in a computational lab.
What I wish was different
Advice
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2018 Metcalf College Advising Summer Intern
June - August 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
The work environment was super friendly and made it easy to fit in amongst other top professionals.
What I wish was different
Perhaps if it had been more structured in the beginning.
Advice
This is a great on-campus opportunity to meet lots of great professionals and learn a lot about college advising.
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Social Science Research Assistant
August 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Don't be afraid to apply to reach out and apply to labs. I was rejected by so many. In the end, it's the one that accepts you that matters, not the others that rejected you
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Participant
June - September 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
The Math REU offered a variety of courses, provided a vast mentoring network, and, most notably, granted me the opportunity to choose an area of interest and develop an original paper on the subject.
What I wish was different
I wish there had been a greater emphasis on analysis, but that is only a matter of personal preference. Other than that, the experience was excellent.
Advice
One ought not to pick a topic that is too difficult provided one's background, as it will spare one from frustration and frequent errors.
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Summer Conferences Assistant
June - September 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
The Housing office is such a great place to work! Everyone is so friendly and fun to work with. This job was stressful at times, but I had an amazing support system to help me through it.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Scholar
June - August 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
I learned a lot of math!
What I wish was different
Advice
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Lab Manager
October 2017 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Personal network is the most effective way to get an interview.
