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feild technition

May 2020 - August 2021 • Fairbanks, AK

What I liked

Amazing experience working with a team outdoors in alaska. The work was sometimes tiring, but it was always worth it to know you are making a difference by helping with climate change reserch

What I wish was different

Advice

If you are from out of state, housing can be more than its worth!
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Environmental Engineering Co-op

August - December 2021 • Columbus, OH

What I liked

I enjoyed having a very hands on experience working in multiple labs. The project I was on is important to the Environmental Division and I felt like I was working towards helping the environment. I gained true experience in the R&D field.

What I wish was different

I wish I was more involved in the analytical side of things and sat in more meetings to get exposure to what it is like full time.

Advice

Make a lot of connections! Everyone comes from a different background, talk to them about their experiences. Also, don't be afraid to ask questions, that is the best way to learn.
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Decontamination Technician

June 2020 - March 2021 • Washington, DC

What I liked

Travelling across the country

What I wish was different

Less stress during break times

Advice

Memorize the SOP’s and use them frequently to stay up with your knowledge on the process
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Tech Student

January 2019 • Richland, WA

What I liked

Amazing experience. You are given the opportunity to contribute to real world projects that have an impact. Learned so much while working here and was happy coming into work every day.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Neuroscientist Intern

May - August 2018 • Columbus, OH

What I liked

easy application process

What I wish was different

nothing

Advice

N/A
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Mechanical Engineering Co-op

January - July 2018 • Columbus, OH

What I liked

The variety of work I was given to do in testing, design, assembly, etc.

What I wish was different

I wish I had the opportunity to work on multiple different products, I mainly worked on one product.

Advice

Don't wait for people to give you work, if you have availability go ask people if they have any work you can do for them.
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Finance Intern

May - August 2018 • Columbus, OH

What I liked

I had the opportunity to work on meaningful projects for finance managers and executives.

What I wish was different

While the projects I worked on were meaningful, I wish I got to complete more of them.

Advice

Ask questions and network. Building relationships with my colleagues is what made the experience worthwhile and coming to work exciting.
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Cyber security engineer

May 2016 • Chantilly, VA

What I liked

Battelle is filled with to the brim with the most talented researchers. There is so much encouragement and cool work.

What I wish was different

Nothing so far

Advice

Finding role models who help you become the best researcher or programmer is essential to finding a fun and enjoyable place to work.
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