I love the opportunity to research concrete and study it at the microscopic level. Also, the feeling that my research would bring significant change in Highway pavement design in the future is a big morale booster.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have started working on it much earlier.
Advice
I will say that if you want to get experience your university always have sufficient resources to provide them. Never back out of any opportunities. I started working on this research project as a volunteering activity later professor in charge hired me for my dedication on the research.
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student secretary
May - December 2019 • Youngstown, OH
What I liked
Connection with department professors, convenient on-campus job, very flexible with class-schedule, priority class scheduling, able to do homework in down-time
What I wish was different
Clearer expectation of duties
Advice
Work hard and be friendly to all who enter the department
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Board Operator
May 2019 - August 2021 • Youngstown, OH
What I liked
Kindness of the staff, flexibility.
What I wish was different
Higher pay.
Advice
If you're looking for a foot in the Radio Industry, you'll be tasked with duties that are universal with most radio stations in the country.
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Front Desk Manager
May 2021 • Youngstown, OH
What I liked
I have worked at a lower level of this position for nearly 2 years, but it was nice to have the official manager duties as well now. Things such as printing time cards, managing the schedules of employees, etc etc.
What I wish was different
I do wish we had more people working to ensure someone was at the desk at all times, as only one person makes it hard since we have to leave occasionally to complete the jobs.
Advice
Taking the leap for a higher position is worth it! Learning new tasks is a great experience.
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Yoga Instructor
July 2019 • Youngstown, OH
What I liked
The social aspect of the job
What I wish was different
Nothing honestly. I benefited a lot from the experience.
Advice
Know going in that it will be a weird experience at first and that it will take some time to get used to.
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Student Study Abroad Advisor and Summer in America camp counselor
January 2019 • Youngstown, OH
What I liked
I enjoy the projects that I am in charge of in the Study Abroad office and meeting all the international students.
What I wish was different
I wish my study abroad job would pay more for the work I put in. The camp counselor job was satisfactory pay.
Advice
I was inspired by the students I encountered to learn Chinese to better myself and my job experience.
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Student Graphic Designer
April 2019 • Youngstown, OH
What I liked
I love everything about it. All of my coworkers are really nice and I am doing what I love!
What I wish was different
I honestly don’t wish anything was different.
Advice
Just go for the job! I didn’t think I was going to get hired I really just went for the experience of the interview! I now love what I do, and am so happy I did it!
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Audio and visual Assistant
August 2018 • Youngstown, OH
What I liked
Being able to work on campus and in between my classes.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Orientation and Ignite Leader
June - August 2019 • Youngstown, OH
What I liked
I liked meeting new students every day and connections with them as well! I also liked planning out my breakout sessions with students, I love being creative and that gave me a chance to do so.
What I wish was different
I wish I was able to sleep in some days, but overall I am not complaining!
Advice
You will be tired and will not want to present, but keep in mind this is the first time they are hearing this information so give it your all every time.
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Student assistant
August 2017 • Youngstown, OH
What I liked
Staying aware of upcoming events and cool additions to YSU for future semesters. Creating a network with faculty members and being offered opportunities that otherwise wouldn't have been offered to me. Also, getting to see the inner workings of several departments and how much work it takes to serve the students year-round.
What I wish was different
More hours! As students, we need those hours, but it really depends on other student employee schedules and how it all fits in with the big picture! However, it still provides a stable income for anyone who needs some extra cash!
Advice
Take advantage of the free time you have! Get some studying done or make good use of your time in some way.
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Social Media Marketer
May 2018 • Youngstown, OH
What I liked
I was able to create resident events and marketing outreach to our residents and prospects. I was in charge of social media sites and creating flyers and posting them around the property and on campus.
What I wish was different
nothing
Advice
there is also the leasing consultant role that you do more than marketing
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Athletic Marketing Intern
August 2016 • Youngstown, OH
What I liked
I liked the experience I received at this internship. I got to prepare sponsorships for large companies. I got to do game management with football and basketball games on a collegiate level.
What I wish was different
Nothing, it was a perfect experience.
Advice
You have to be ready to work.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
May - June 2018 • Youngstown, OH
What I liked
Due to my advisor giving me only the smallest bits of information when I needed help really forced me to think independently and get creative in solving issues. This was probably my favorite part, as it forced me to learn such a vast amount of information, but more importantly, I gained a unique way of thinking about problems I encounter.
