In this role, I was able to connect with many young artists and peer into a bit of what it's like to be a graduate student.
What I wish was different
Advice
Be ready to connect with the MFA students; you will get the most out of your experience that way.
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OSS Front Desk
August - September 2022 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
N/A
What I wish was different
I actually was only offered to interview, in which I provided my availability immediately and left in the dark until I called OSS front desk and pushed for a time on top of multiple emails. I was then rescheduled twice both times needing to call OSS and never got the opportunity to interview before receiving an email telling me they had went ahead with another applicant. Needless to say, I am frustrated and furious. I wasted time anticipating an honest and fair interview only to have been pushed back until the job was filled.
Advice
Don't waste your time.
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Freshmen counseling intern
June 2020 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I liked how even though it was over zoom, the team still found a way to connect with one another. I also like that the job was remote, so I was able to travel and still work.
What I wish was different
I wish that I had been able to meet my coworkers in person, but I met them once Covid restrictions had lifted a little more.
Advice
If definitely recommend, if you can, to work an on campus job that allows you to work during breaks so you can still make some money.
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Summer paint crew
June - September 2020 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
The first job in the US and they made it special, So much of learning. I liked the inclusive and fun environment. As an international student, HR (Julia Weir) and supervisor (David Haslam) stood with me in every step to complete formalities for getting SSN.
What I wish was different
Advice
I will recommend the job. Supervisor Mr. David Haslam was really helpful and always ready to guide.
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Office Assistant, Residence Life
May 2018 - June 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
Wonderful position and experience! Residence Life is a great department to work in as a student. I learned a lot about their internal behind-the-scenes operations and felt like a valued member of the team.
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Be prepared for some random, unexpected tasks and projects -- if you are able to get it done well, it helps the whole office keep running smoothly!
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Program Assistant
July 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
Thorough training, flexible bosses who provide helpful feedback, agency in the office, enriching experience to work with graduate students and faculty, networking with visiting writers and faculty, continued academia post-graduation
What I wish was different
Advice
Interning at the March residency really helped me have an idea of what my job as Program Assistant would be. Interning opportunities happen twice a year in March and August. A wonderful experience as an undergraduate student!
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Conference Services - Client Support
June - August 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
Great managers and co-workers
What I wish was different
Nothing much. I wish returners could have helped in the interview process maybe?
Advice
Student employees should be able to work in team environments and be flexible. Critical thinking is crucial.
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Multi-Ethnic Programs Summer Intern
July - October 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
Working with Multi-Ethnic Programs staff was a pleasure, as always. They are a tight-knit and very supportive team that feels like a family. I never felt like "just" a summer intern or anything like that; MEP staff went out of their way to make me feel valued and supported. Together, we put on a successful program at the beginning of the school year, and I am proud to have been part of it.
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Make personal connections with people, because often those relationships lead to the best opportunities.
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Orientation leader
September 2018 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
Lots of great communication !
What I wish was different
Advice
Work hard!
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Orientation Leader
September 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I had an amazing time getting to know some of SPU's newest students and show them what SPU has to offer. They were able to sit in on sessions that provided them insight on navigating college. As an orientation leader, I helped them get familiar with the campus and answered any questions they had. It was an amazing experience to see the students making connections and find their place here at SPU.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Paint Crew
June - September 2018 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I liked the way the crew interacted. We all had fun and built relationships throughout the summer. I think along with gaining a life was skill was the best part of the job.
What I wish was different
I will there was more transportation for workers. There were times when we were unable to move to another project solely because lack of transportation.
Advice
It is an amazing opportunity to learn about the inner-workings SPU, and the barbecues are so good.
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Orientation Intern
July - September 2018 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
Great experience interacting with a variety of people at the university as well as numerous vendors. Being trusted to handle large parts of the event was also encouraging and exciting.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have started the position earlier. Orientation planning begins so far in advance that even though I came on in July, I still felt behind in many of the plans.
Advice
Say yes. I said yes to so many different tasks that I'd never done before and the experience was incredible. I made connections with several VPs that I may not have interacted with had I been less willing to do whatever needed to be done for Orientation to happen.
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Interior Painter
June - August 2018 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
It was very standard and mindless work, which I did not mind after a difficult school year.
What I wish was different
Sometimes it will just be too boring, but nothing much that can be done there.
