Great research experience on campus to learn more about computer science
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Research Assistant
June - August 2019 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
I liked being able to get experience in the field I hope to go into.
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Research Assistant, Department of Anthropology
May - August 2019 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
I loved the relationship I was able to build with the professor for whom I worked, as well as learning about the research process writ large, specifically data entry and analysis.
What I wish was different
I wish that there was more structure in my research schedule, as I struggled without having deadlines/timelines for the projects that I worked on.
Advice
Take time to learn new skills and do things that may be uncomfortable. For example, I was given the opportunity to work on data analysis, but I first had to learn the stats program used by my PI. It was difficult to learn on my own without taking a class, but the opportunities that stem from knowing this program are incredible. For example, I get to play a larger role on my PI's team and have the skills necessary to ask and answer questions about my own data.
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Building Operations Intern and Head Move-In Coordinator
March 2018 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
Independence to work on projects, an end goal that we are all working towards, wonderful coworkers and office environment
What I wish was different
Better pay
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
April - September 2019 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
Learning about medications and other aspects of mood and anxiety disorders from working therapists. I also enjoyed speaking with patients.
What I wish was different
That there were more staff, so I could learn more.
Advice
Do not be timid - ask questions, get involved, and do not be afraid to make mistakes.
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NSO Team Coordinator
May - September 2019 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
I loved working with this team. We all had different strengths and that allowed us to work collaboratively on a number of projects.
What I wish was different
Nothing!
Advice
Plan ahead- NSO leads right into classes, so make sure you set yourself up for success!
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Research Assistant
May - August 2019 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
Fantastic facilities, great people to work with
What I wish was different
N/A
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Research Assistant
June - August 2019 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
The insight I got into working in a research lab was amazing. I loved learning about the studies.
What I wish was different
I really didn't like working from home. I was left to my own devices for a lot of the internship, would have loved to have more interactions
Advice
Demand feedback and try to communicate a lot, that will reduce frustrations and misunderstandings.
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Residential Teaching Assistant
July 2019 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
It was a great experience working at ESAP! It really helped me prepare for being a TA this semester.
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Research Assistant
June 2019 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
I liked how I gained both wet lab experience and some electronics/basic robotics experience.
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I would recommend doing research for those not sure about doing research or going into industry to gain some skills/experience!
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Lab assistant
June - August 2019 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
Flexible hours
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NSOAI Team Coordinator
May 2018 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
It was a great experience. Learned a lot about myself and how to work in a professional workspace.
What I wish was different
Honestly, nothing. The experience was great and memorable.
Advice
Make sure to come in with a great attitude and be sure to ask for help when you need it.
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Research Assistant
May - August 2018 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
Friendly lab environment, great professor and helpful graduate students, freedom to propose new reactions and methods
What I wish was different
I wish the work could have been a little more collaborative
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Residential Teaching Assistant
July - August 2018 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
It was super relaxing and fun, but also It was a great learning experience because I never learned python prior to this job.
What I wish was different
nothing! Maybe longer because we all had such a great time getting to know the other ESAP RTA's
Advice
this job is perfect for freshmen!
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Research student
May - August 2018 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
I was accepted for Summer REU program at University of Pennsylvania 2018. It was 10 week long program which I thoroughly enjoyed. I got to travel and explore Philly with fellow research students. I worked on osmolytes for my research project. I developed very good relationship with my mentor who helped me in many ways in the Laboratory.
What I wish was different
I dont wish anything to be different as I enjoyed my experience very much.
Advice
I would like to give advice to fellow students that apply everywhere you could because you never know where destiny and your hard work can take you.
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Dining Intern
May 2017 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
Great customer service experience, gained excel experience/knowledge and did some statistical work. I also received housing during the summer.
What I wish was different
Advice
This job requires flexibility. Aside form answer emails and phone calls, there isn't set tasks for each day. There are different projects with different demands each week.
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Scientific Researcher
July 2018 • Palestine, TX
What I liked
The opportunity to work as a NASA scientist, albeit contracted through the university was an amazing opportunity and one i'll never forget.
What I wish was different
I wish I had known that I would be working long hours each day of the week with little access to things outside of work.
Advice
A piece of advice that I'll provide is if you're signing up to do research, be willing to sacrifice massive amounts of time towards it.
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research assistant
June - August 2018 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
The people
What I wish was different
The research was pretty mundane
Advice
Try to push your comfort zone and take risks
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Campus Tour Guide
June - August 2018 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
There was a great community of tour guides and I enjoyed meeting other students from Penn who I had never met before.
What I wish was different
The weather was not ideal for touring in the summer.
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Summer Research Assistant
July - August 2018 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
I thoroughly enjoyed working in the field and having the chance to analyze the data that I was collecting.
