Interacting and helping fellow students, taking part in constructing research projects, and machining things in general.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have gotten some more engineering experience.
Advice
Working in a shop is invaluable since you learn how to communicate with technicians.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
February - September 2023 • Corvallis, OR
What I liked
I liked how I was exposed to python and use it to further my understanding in AI technology.
What I wish was different
I wish the structure of the whole URSA program was more organized because it wasn't really clear what I needed to do.
Advice
Don't be afraid to get something wrong because trying is better than nothing.
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Student Employment
August 2023 • Corvallis, OR
What I liked
I love this job because it gives me experience in Human Resources. My team is also very positive, and it's an uplifting environment.
What I wish was different
I wish the pay was higher.
Advice
If you are okay with doing repetitive work, this job is for you!
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Summer Academy Counselor
July - August 2023 • Bend, OR
What I liked
It's an enjoyable experience and a fun opportunity to work with high school students
What I wish was different
Have more budget for the event and generally improve it
Advice
Please provide any student worker food over the break period between the two summer camps
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Agricultural Research Engineer
June - August 2023 • Corvallis, OR
What I liked
Make connections with people and learn a lot.
What I wish was different
Do the tasks more proactively.
Advice
Don't be afraid of getting out of your shell.
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REU intern
June - August 2023 • Newport, OR
What I liked
I loved living on the Oregon coast with a cohort of people that were just as enthusiastic about researching topics related to marine science. I also loved getting to work on my own individual project while getting a taste of some other projects happening in my lab.
What I wish was different
I wish I would've gotten more time to learn and think about my research project before arriving to campus so I had more time to understand my study topic and become acquainted with the existing knowledge of the field.
Advice
The more you put into this experience, the more you'll get out of it. But, that doesn't mean research has to consume your entire life for you to be successful!
