It was a great chance to work and gain experience in my field, still on campus.
What I wish was different
It would be nice to have more structure guidance
Advice
You have to be proactive about finding opportunities. They won't find you
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Graphic and Web Design Intern
October 2018 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
I loved being able to work with such a creative and talented team. We collaborated and pushed each other to be better designers. I had great mentors above me who were always happy to help.
What I wish was different
I wish I would be able to work here full time on my off track.
Advice
Be positive and don’t be afraid to ask for help. Everyone I worked with was so kind, so you don’t need to be intimidated by them.
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Reports Speciliast
January 2019 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
I really enjoyed the people who worked there as well as all the new skills I got to learn.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have worked more hours and that there would have been another girl on the team besides myself.
Advice
Every time you are assigned a task or project, do not just do what you need to to complete it. Go above and beyond and be actively thinking about creative ways to solve it as well as how to make the process more efficient or better in general. Really take ownership over your assignments and projects.
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Video Line Producer
May - July 2018 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
Hands-on experience in the field I received my degree in.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have had a longer time and hands-on with more productions.
Advice
Staying organized is key and it is very important to write down all of your ideas so that you don't forget something.
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advisor
July - September 2018 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
The work environment
What I wish was different
more hours
Advice
if you can get an on-campus job, take it and keep it for as long as possible
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Library Aide
August 2017 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
Everything.
Flexible work schedule.
Interesting work.
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Co-workers.
What I wish was different
More urgent projects
Advice
It's not just a library job. Own your work.
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FTC Assistant - Graphic Design Team
July 2017 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
The ability to work with instructors to solve problems with their courses. It feels good to do work that makes a positive impact on the education of fellow students
What I wish was different
It is a lot of time answering phones. There's nothing wrong with answering phones, but I do wish I had more opportunity to do graphic design work.
Advice
Learn to report the progress of projects effectively. It makes a large difference in the efficiency of an organization.
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Manager
January 2018 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
Working in an uplifting environment with positive hardworking people.
What I wish was different
Advice
Work where you are happy, there is no price on happiness.
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Lab Assistant
October 2017 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
I love working with my hands and prepping all of the materials. I also love teaching the students about Microbiology. I am truly passionate about Microbiology, and I'm excited whenever a student's face lights up when the information clicks or they discover new organisms in the microscope.
What I wish was different
If anything, I wish I was able to spend more time teaching students and discovering more about microbes myself.
Advice
Listening to your boss is very important. Mine has taught me many things, some of which is about the reasons why we perform tasks a certain way. I have learned so much more in actual application of the knowledge than in the lectures themselves.
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Economic Research Assistant
April - August 2017 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
It was something manageable that I could do on my own.
What I wish was different
The school had more ideas for people that don't get internships with industry or grad schools.
Advice
Get as much done as you can. Gives you more to write about and makes the thesis smoother.
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Assistant Project Manager
March 2019 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
I enjoy being able to solve problems and feel like a part of the development process for online courses. I know what I do has a direct effect on students worldwide, which makes it worth while.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Landscaping Worker
July - September 2019 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
Great to work hard surrounded by good people!
What I wish was different
Better overtime
Advice
Work is work!
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Department Relations Specialist
April 2019 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
All of the people that I worked with
What I wish was different
I wish that I could have had more experience with what I actually want to do
Advice
I would definitely work for the university! I loved all the time that I had there and learned a lot!
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University Public Safety- Fire Protection Division
May 2018 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
I enjoy most aspects of working with the Fire Protection team. Our boss, Byron Gilbert, is a really dependable, knowledgeable guy and it is enjoyable to work for him, which I have done off and on in my time with Public Safety since May 2018 when he hired me. The job itself is rewarding as you learn some things that have real-life application, especially if you are an Occupational Safety and Health major like I am. Though it can seem repetitive at times, the work that is performed by the Fire Protection team is really important to the safety of the individuals at BYU-Idaho; it definitely feels like you are doing something worthwhile and necessary.
What I wish was different
Sometimes thing were a little repetitive, but I realize that it was simply part of the job.
Advice
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Office Assistant
March 2018 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
I loved the people I worked with in the office.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have worked more hours.
Advice
It is important to learn quickly how to run the office.
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Personal Trainer
April - July 2019 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
Working with the students to help them accomplish their goals.
What I wish was different
The time that I was able to spend with my individual clients.
Advice
Be confident in the knowledge that you have!
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Technology Support
July 2019 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
It is a great team with many great individuals. They all are professional, but still human beings that I can relate to.
What I wish was different
Advice
Know your computer stuff. Even if you think you’re an expert, this job will show you just how much you need to know.
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Family life coaching
April - July 2019 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
I enjoyed learning how to ask the “right” questions that allows the client to open up and really speak from their heart
What I wish was different
I wish I had been more open in class and really shared the experiences I had with others
Advice
I would tell the other students to practice often and be open about their questions with the professor
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Technology Support Technician
April 2017 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
I loved my team. Very supportive, functional, self-sufficient, efficient, and intelligent.
What I wish was different
Sometimes the people are difficult to help, and I wish people were kinder.
Advice
It’s been very difficult at times but worth it, if you can tough it out.
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Peer Academic Advisor
April 2019 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
The opportunity to meet and talk to several students every day and help them figure out their academic and career plans for the future. Also being a tool to help them open their eyes to the many resources available on campus for their personal success.
