Pay and available hours (maximum of 30 hours per week).
Advice
Summer research for under graduates is an invaluable experience I would recommend anybody going into research oriented fields to consider in the future. Taking classes in conjunction to doing research is also a good way to get credits in.
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Writing Consultant
January 2019 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
All of the consultants formed a community that we can use to help one another when we don't know how to answer a client's question. The hours are flexible so that you can fit time in around your class schedule each semester.
What I wish was different
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Writing Center Consultant
January 2019 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
I learn more about the craft of writing myself, while helping others improve their own writing simultaneously.
What I wish was different
Honestly, nothing. My boss lets us know that he trusts the people he hires, which makes for a healthy work environment with healthy relationships.
Advice
This job has really helped me learn what makes a great work environment!
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Lifeguard
June - August 2019 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
Flexible schedule
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
If you are lifeguard certified, you should find a job here
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Career Education Ambassador
May 2019 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
Everybody in the office was extremely welcoming and willing to help me get the hang of everything. They were also very encouraging and trusted me to work on projects right from the start. They're always willing to answer any questions that I might have and take the time to review things if needed.
What I wish was different
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Writing Center Tutor and Arcadia Library Assistant
June 2019 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
Writing Center Tutor - I love helping people with their writing, and beyond that, helping them become better writers. I also love that my boss has immense trust in the judgement of his consultants, especially when we are doing such an important job on campus.
Arcadia Library Assistant - I like this job because of the great friends I have met through it. I also love helping people with whatever they need when they come into the library.
What I wish was different
Writing Center Tutor - Absolutely nothing. This is my favorite job on campus and I love the collaborative aspect between the director of the Writing Center, Daniel Schall, and the consultants that he employs.
Arcadia Library Assistant - I wish there were less "hard and fast" rules for very simple things that the employees should be trusted to make judgement calls for.
Advice
I really enjoy being employed at Arcadia for work study. I have met so many good friends working at Arcadia and I really enjoy the work that I do there. Helping people with their writing in the Writing Center is especially rewarding. I highly recommend working at Arcadia for work study!
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Office Assistant
September 2019 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
Environment was super friendly
What I wish was different
Doing the internship sooner
Advice
Work on your time management skills to be there for the job, school, and other activities.
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Research Assistant
May 2019 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
I liked the level of difficulty! The knowledge was graduate level, by the professor met me half way and helped me understand what was going on with the research in detail. I felt that I have grown a lot as a chemist because this research!
What I wish was different
I wish I had more time to work on the project!
Advice
Don't get frustrated if you don't understand something right away! A lot of the work is not trivial at all, so just keep going at it and eventually you will understand it!
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Biology Research Assistant
June - August 2019 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
Hands on research experience
What I wish was different
More time to complete projects
Advice
Getting a head start on lab experience will help you become a more desirable employee in the future and can only help improve your techniques.
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Student Researcher
June 2019 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
The majority of the time spent conducting research was out in the environment. I enjoyed being out in nature and grasping a better understanding of the ecosystem around me.
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Arcadia University Student Ambassador
May - August 2019 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
I liked my fellow student ambassadors. I enjoyed giving tours to prospective students and answering their questions and alleviating their concerns.
What I wish was different
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Research
June 2019 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
I enjoyed the hands on biology experience and the chance to make my research project my own for my senior thesis.
What I wish was different
I wish the hours would’ve been a little more constant and not changing all of the time.
Advice
Do your research over the summer for your thesis before your junior year and you get super busy!
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Research Assistant
May - August 2019 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
We had the opportunity to pick our schedule and our hours. The job included both physical labor as well as analyzing data and using interesting technology. I was able to learn a lot about the research topic.
What I wish was different
Nothing!
Advice
Build a good partnership with your fellow lab members as it will make the experience much more enjoyable since you'll have way more fun!
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Student Desk Assistant
April - August 2018 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
Working so closely within the administrative processes of the Admissions Office. Developed a lot of logistical knowledge.
What I wish was different
Paid lunch!
Advice
Often, very satisfying work being able to meet with different families and be a part of their admissions process from the very beginning to very end.
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Chemistry Research Intern
May 2018 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
It was very enlightening, both with what the research topic was on and the chemical industry in general. I learned many new techniques in researching, math, and chemistry that I will be able to apply in the field.
What I wish was different
I wish I was able to start sooner.
Advice
You dont need to understand the details of research. Its graduate level information on quantum mechanics. I drove myself crazy trying to comprehend everything. As long as you get the big picture, you're good.
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Research Assistant
May 2017 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
Conducting research over the summer allowed me to focus solely on the research without having to juggle classes, labs, and extracurricular activities in addition to working frequently in the lab.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more time over the summer to work as a research assistant, I was studying abroad for a month which shortened the amount of time I could dedicate to working.
Advice
Come into the experience willing to learn and prepared to be hands on right off the bat.
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Peer Mentor and tutor
May - August 2018 • Glenside, PA
What I liked
What I loved about peer mentoring was connecting with incoming freshman and helping them smooth that awkward transition from high school to college. Also with my tutoring job it was always great to see them come in doubting themselves only to walk out feeling confident in the subject and their abilities as incoming college students.
What I wish was different
Honestly just some further organization on the universities part but other than that I cant complain about anything.
Advice
It definitely is difficult to handle situations that are above you but don't be afraid to ask people above you for help. as much as we try to juggle and handle things on our own. My employers were there to help and train me further for next time.
