Being in the city, learned about computer science research process, worked somewhat with others in a team environment, learned machine learning tools, Columbia is beautiful
What I wish was different
I did not have a predefined project going in and I had to figure it all out on my own which was cool in some ways but a little intimidated and I wish I had more guidance.
Advice
Realize that as an undergraduate your role in a major research lab is limited but you can still learn a lot.
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Research Assistant At Columbia Institute for Tele-Information
June - July 2018 • New York City, NY
What I liked
Amazing Experence Learned Alot
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Work Hard Don't Fool Around
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Physics Research Intern
May - August 2018 • New York City, NY
What I liked
Great work atmosphere, very supportive department, and living in NYC were all very positive. I loved this job and Columbia.
What I wish was different
The individual project organization could have been clearer, along with communication prior to the program.
Advice
This is a great opportunity for people who want to know what it’s like to to physics research, including what it would look like at the graduate level.