University of Michigan

Research Biostatistician

June - July 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

I loved working on a team with other students interested in biostatistics and learning about how to do research with big data.

What I wish was different

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planetary researcher

May 2018 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

I enjoy the opportunity to perform original research on new datasets, to study the dynamics of Mars' atmosphere, and to learn about spacecraft orbital trajectories and associated maneuvers for operational and scientific purposes.

What I wish was different

Opportunity to travel to relative conferences as part of my work.

Advice

Dive in to the work, and ask as many questions as possible.

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Parent and Family Orientation Leader

March 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

My coworkers were wonderful. The administrative staff and overall work environment were wonderful. I always felt supported and as though I could grow in my role.

What I wish was different

I wish the summer leading new freshman and transfer students around the University never had to end!

Advice

The Office of New Students is looking for diversity and leadership skills. Everybody has something special to bring to the team, and make sure this is clear and evident in your interview.

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Interior Design Intern

May - August 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

It was a great, well rounded, real world design experience.

What I wish was different

I wish it paid a little more.

Advice

Go all in, do your best.

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

June - August 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

Great learning experience, great people! Opportunity for presentations and professional growth

What I wish was different

Nothing!

Advice

Don't be afraid to communicate what isn't working for you in terms of your learning experience

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Psychologist Research Assistant

June - August 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

Being a research assistant at the Social Minds Lab was an immersive experience in the life of a researcher. I was able to engage in all kinds of tasks, from study design to data analysis. I really enjoyed the lab camaraderie as well as being able to work under a graduate student. Since Knox College is only an undergraduate institution, my graduate student helped flesh out what being a researcher means for your day-to-day experience. I also enjoyed learning new skills, like programming R, and sharpening current skills, like oral presentation and writing research papers.

What I wish was different

I wish there had been more friendship and collaboration with other interns in the research program. Many times, it felt like it was just an individual journey in research, and I would have enjoyed getting to know other interns as part of the experience.

Advice

If you are thinking about going to graduate school, it is vital you get research experience in another institution. Expose yourself to it and see if it is something you could do for 4 to 6 years. If you want to get a lucrative research internship, it is important to work hard and dig deep---superficial statements about research won't help. Once you are in the position, don't feel dismayed or discouraged if everything feels confusing and incomprehensible. It is a sharp learning curve, and you have to get used to failing before you can achieve mastery.

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Undergraduate Researcher

September 2018 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

I liked gaining laboratory experience that was very much relevant to what I was studying and also gave me an insight to something I have never experienced.

What I wish was different

Maybe more flexibility in terms of moving between labs.

Advice

Always communicate effectively and own up to your responsibilities.

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Facilities Assistant

June 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

Flexibility of the schedule, diversity in work assignments, friendly coworkers.

What I wish was different

I wish I could've worked more hours

Advice

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Research Fellow

June - August 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

Being able to travel to a new place for the summer. I liked meeting new people and the opportunity to research something new.

What I wish was different

I would have liked to have had a more constructed program. For the first few weeks there was not a lot for me to do.

Advice

There are few points in your life where you can just head off and leave to another university for the summer. Take advantage of summer internships.

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Medical School Intern

May - July 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

I loved the community that was built through this program.

What I wish was different

I wish I had a better idea of the schedule of the program prior to arriving.

Advice

I would recommend this to any prospective pre-med students. It gives you a little bit of everything regarding medical school admissions and certainly an inside-scoop of the other side!

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May - July 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

I loved being in Ann Arbor and doing research on a BIG 10 campus. I made great connections with faculty and staff on campus and it was a great networking experience.

What I wish was different

I wish it was longer!

Advice

Don’t be afraid to apply for something that you think you are under qualified for! A lot of times you will catch on quickly and there are many individuals willing to help you along the way.

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Physics REU Intern

May - August 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

Experiencing a different area for a summer and gaining experience in Materials Science.

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

Just get out and apply to internships!! They are very fun and incredibly good for your resume.

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Swim Camp Counselor

July - August 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

I learned about the science behind sport I love from some of the best swim coaches of the country (and the world). I enjoyed the team culture amongst my co-workers as well as the culture transmitted to the kids. Overall, I love teaching and leaving my footprint to younger generations.

What I wish was different

That the camp lasted longer!

Advice

Be patient, enthusiastic and eager to learn!

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Psychologist Research Assistant

June - August 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

I liked that the internship allowed me to be involved wth multiple research projects and to see projects at different stages in research. I also found helpful the mentoring and the panels on graduate school applications and professional development

What I wish was different

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Research Assistant

July 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

Connections to potential mentors.

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

Research is very beneficial to expanding on academic ability

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Research Assistant

June - August 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

When looking for a SIP placement for Summer research, I found it especially helpful to apply and email around as early as 6 months before Summer.

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FPHLP Intern/ Unified HIV Health and Beyond Intern

May - July 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

I got the chance to have a field placement experience before graduation as well as key information needed to build the foundation of my future Public Health career. The internship is also sponsored by the CDC, I got a chance to visit the CDC in Atlanta and will always be a CUPS scholar.

What I wish was different

More of a stipend so that we could explore the city and surrounding areas. I wish they had team bonding that gave us a chance to see the highlights of the city and more weekends off.

Advice

Apply and try to keep a level head. Network with the people there, I now have life long friends as well as life long mentors. Ask for what you want the worse they could say is no.

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Summer Research Undergraduate Student

May - July 2018 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

This REU program was a great opportunity to learn about the field of academia in applied mathematics. I collaborated with amazing professors and post-doc students, and learned about biological questions that can be approached with math.

What I wish was different

More interaction with fellow students in the program would have made the experience more inclusive.

Advice

Definitely participate in an REU program like this if you are considering a career in academia, specifically in a STEM subject.

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Student Researcher

June - August 2018 • Ann Arbor, MI

What I liked

I learned a lot and had a lot of autonomy over how to approach the problem I had been tasked with.

What I wish was different

There wasn't as much supervision as I would have liked and I spent a lot of time being a confused about the research process and how to organize myself in approaching the tasks at hand. (though I learned a lot through the experience)

Advice

Be ready to be independent. Find your own papers, your own methods, actively check in with advisers to be sure you are on a decent path, and then implement confidently. Make sure to always test your hypothesis. Being formal about the research process can really help with keeping yourself grounded through this process. This mindset and these skills will keep you level headed in times of frustration and confident in times of confusion.

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