Internship is pretty much gaining a lot of experiences and getting to learn a lot of new things, so make sure you get internship even if it is not required early in your school years because it will help you a lot with your resume.
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Workforce Engagement Intern
May - August 2018 • New York City, NY
What I liked
The engagement that I had working with other departments at American Red Cross. Additionally, I worked behind the scenes staffing local disasters which brought me closer to my community.
What I wish was different
My boss was transitioning out of her position, thus prioritized my time for a bit handling administrative work.
Advice
Keep your head held high and have high ambitions.
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Instructor
July - August 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
I loved the company, teaching for them, I loved just about everything about the job.
What I wish was different
I wish the position was full-time and that I got paid slightly more.
Advice
Don't say no to potentially interesting jobs!
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Volunteer
May - June 2018 • Pensacola, FL
What I liked
Helping ppl
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Ppl need to help one another
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Duty Officer
July 2018 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
Working with the American Red Cross is a really great opportunity. I love being able to serve those in need.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Administrative Assistant
June - August 2018 • Santa Ana, CA
What I liked
I got insight into how the American Red Cross functions on such a global scale. I was able to use different computer programs in order to update procedures and organize the volunteer database. While I was not physically assisting people suffering from disasters, I was able to work in the office to allow other responders to help.
What I wish was different
I wish I was able to collaborate more with the other volunteers. A lot of my work was done between my administrative coordinator and myself, but I wish there was more group work with other volunteers.
Advice
You have to be willing to take on roles that might not seem like an exact fit for your interests. While I don't want to be working in a typical office as my career, I was able to gain invaluable experience and also appreciate the behind the scenes office work done for a major health organization.
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Government Relations Intern
April - July 2018 • Washington, DC
What I liked
Interaction with a variety of actors in the policy space; exposure to political processes through attendance of briefings and hearings on Capitol Hill; connections made with coworkers who shared valuable knowledge about their careers; flexible schedule dependent on my personal interests in government relations
What I wish was different
Advice
Ask to attend as many congressional briefings as possible! You will learn a lot and feel engaged in the political process.
