Auburn University

Camp Counselor

June - July 2023 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

I highly enjoyed working with younger children! Each week was at a new location, so I got the opportunity to network and meet amazing people. My coworkers made the experience a summer to remember.

What I wish was different

Overall, this experience was truly enlightening, and it taught me many things! I know it’s a little tricky to get organized in the beginning, but that’s the only thing that I would change. This job was enjoyable!

Advice

One piece of advice for this job opportunity is to come to work with a positive attitude and be ready to learn from the children just as much as they learn from you!

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Undergraduate research

February 2022 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

I enjoy the diversity of the position

What I wish was different

I would've been more prepared for the begin

Advice

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May - July 2021 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

Amazing university with a lot of great resources!

What I wish was different

More involvement with mentors throughout research.

Advice

Take advantage of all that Auburn has to offer while you’re there!

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Office Assistant

October 2018 • Auburn University, AL

What I liked

Basically everything. I like the work, I like the people I work with, I like my hours and my pay.

What I wish was different

Nothing really, it's about as perfect a job as I could imagine. I'd do it as a career if that was viable.

Advice

N/A

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Kinesiology Student Leader

January 2020 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

Being able to volunteer within the Auburn's Kinesiology department has been amazing. It has not only helped me get to know other undergraduate students with common interests, but it has broadened my viewpoints on sports medicine all together. I enjoy volunteering because I am able to network with the amazing staff here at Auburn and be one of the first people to hear about all that's happening within this relatively new branch of healthcare. I plan to keep volunteering and eventually pursue a paying position somewhere in the field of exercise science and Athletic Training.

What I wish was different

Honestly, I remember being stressed during the application process because I really wanted this opportunity, however, when it came down to talking with the staff and answering those "tell me about yourself" questions, I was comfortable to relax and be myself. If the covid-19 outbreak never happened, my first semester as a volunteer would've looked a lot different, but I was impressed with how everyone, faculty and students, handled such an unforeseen challenge.

Advice

Go for it! If an opportunity arises that you're really interested in, apply! Worst case scenario is you don't get accepted. You could always apply again or find something else that aligns with what your passionate about.

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Student Basketball Manager

August 2018 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

I enjoyed working with the Auburn Basketball coaches as well as the other staff in the equipment and training departments.

What I wish was different

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Student assistant

August - September 2018 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

Meeting new people everyday and helping them with all their needs.

What I wish was different

I don’t think I’d want anything different. The job was fun and people were friendly. I love to help people and that was exactly what I was doing in the job.

Advice

Be ready to be on your toes at all times. You will need to do a lot of physical work.

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Groundskeeping Worker

June - August 2019 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

I enjoyed working with my hands and being outdoors.

What I wish was different

I wish there was more cooperation and communication up and down the leadership hierarchy.

Advice

I would recommend that anyone wanting to work at the arboretum be ready to work hard. It's manual labor in the hot Alabama sun, and that definitely takes its toll.

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Videographer

May - August 2019 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

Learned technical skills on the job

What I wish was different

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Employee shuttle driver

February - December 2019 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

Flexible hours

What I wish was different

Advice

It's a really great college job

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Undergraduate Researcher

April 2019 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

I enjoyed the atmosphere and the culture surrounding me every day in the lab this summer. With the help of two PhD students, myself and another REU student were able to learn the skills necessary to allow us to efficiently begin working more independently. I feel that my skills for solving problems and thinking on my feet have grown immensely and I am proud to continue working the lab for my upcoming Master's of Biosystems Engineering thesis.

What I wish was different

Advice

I was quite nervous walking into the lab for the first time as I had no previous experience in this field of work. I would advise new workers to be prepared, but not to over-stress about how well they think they will do when they first begin. This is a learning process where those around you are there to help you along the way and by continuing to work hard you will continue to grow in your confidence in that field.

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Research Assistant

October 2018 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

Great environment for learning relevant skills. Flexible hours and a great group of people to work with.

What I wish was different

Advice

Ask questions, everyone there is passionate about their work and willing to help you if you show interest and ask when you're confused about something.

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Parent Counselor

November 2018 - July 2019 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

The whole experience was absolutely incredible!

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time in the role.

Advice

Apply even if you don't think you're cut out for it. You might be surprised.

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Marketing Specialist

November 2018 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

Office environment, leadership

What I wish was different

Higher pay

Advice

Stay aware of details needed to create great content

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Student Flight Dispatcher

August 2016 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

Working with the flight instructors

What I wish was different

My schedule

Advice

Working helps you learn how to manage your time

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May 2018 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Get involved in research early, it is valuable experience, and a incredible and fun opportunity.

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Marketing Intern

May - August 2019 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

Excellent managers and great office enironment

What I wish was different

Flexibility of office hourse

Advice

It is a worthwhile experience, soak up all of the knowledge you can from the excellent team.

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May 2019 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

Collecting data in the motion capture lab

What I wish was different

I knew a bit more about kinesiology

Advice

Matlab heavy, so research on that

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Student Caller (Fundraising)

January 2018 • Auburn, AL

What I liked

I love getting to hear interesting stories from alumni about their experiences at auburn, what they've been doing with their degree, and getting advice from them as a current student! Its also a very laid back atmosphere and I appreciate that I can study while working as long as it is not too distracting.