I loved the atmosphere of working for underserved communities while also being led by people who look like me.
What I wish was different
I wish I had gained more experience on the clinical side of health & medicine.
Advice
I recommend you go in ready & willing to learn & expand your horizons.
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Research Fellow
June - August 2022 • Winston-Salem, NC
What I liked
The experience overall was awesome. I was able to meet knowledgeable and passionate PI and graduate students. They had busy schedules but always had time to provide useful knowledge both inside the lab and general knowledge about being a scientist.
What I wish was different
I wish I knew how applicable and practical this research experience was so I can be more prepared.
Advice
Be passionate about the project the Principle Investigator provide and always provide your 100%. Understanding the background is vital to performing the experiment. Write down ALL information in your notebook including procedures and prevention methods. Careful about contamination.
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Summer Research Intern
May - July 2021 • Winston-Salem, NC
What I liked
I really appreciated the fact that interns were placed in labs aligned with their research topic of interest.
What I wish was different
I wish that I had more time in the lab, in addition to literature sent ahead of time to review or clearer prior communication about research timelines to help maximize the research experience's benefits.
Advice
I would recommend individually reaching out to the PI of the research lab beforehand, alongside post-docs that you will be working with, to both gain a grasp on the labs day to day function and ongoing research projects as well as gain a background on the research topic of interest so you can hit the ground running from day one.
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Research Intern
June - August 2020 • Winston-Salem, NC
What I liked
All of the research mentors were so helpful and friendly. Very inclusive atmosphere.
What I wish was different
I wish it had been in-person as it was intended to be before COVID hit.
Advice
Go in open minded and put forth your best effort!
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Lab Technician
May - August 2018 • Winston-Salem, NC
What I liked
The flexible schedule
What I wish was different
More solid project expectations, time frame, and goals
Advice
Come in with additional research interests to start your own project
