I got great hands-on experience. I feel much better prepared to enter the workforce.
What I wish was different
I wish my manager would have been more interested in my work and given me feedback on how to improve.
Advice
Do an internship! It's a great place to learn about the field, get experience, and talk to current employees.
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Landscape Intern
April - August 2020 • Nauvoo, IL
What I liked
I loved being able to experience various things within my major that I hadn't been exposed to before. Instead of just focusing on design or greenhouse work, we were able to learn about effective maintenance and irrigation.
What I wish was different
I wish I could've been there longer! (Due to family events, I came home when the 10 weeks were up).
Advice
My advice would be to seize every opportunity that comes your way, regardless of whether you enjoy the experience or not.
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Product Management Intern
September - December 2020 • Riverton, UT
What I liked
The HR was very understanding in allowing me to work 2 weeks after I had a baby.
I like that the team I work are very knowledgeable and understanding. They are not intimidating and help me in my learning and growing in the organization. I love there is gospel learning including having a prayer in the beginning of the day. I think it helps me have the spirit and be efficient.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Construction Management Field Engineer
March - December 2020 • Laie, HI
What I liked
Great People, Awesome inside look at how construction management works from both the owners perspective and the GC perspective.
What I wish was different
nothing
Advice
Having a strong construction background, even as a laborer can turn into a big plus. This would be a challenge if it is your first experience in construction.
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Computer rollout speacialst
January - July 2020 • Salt Lake City, UT
What I liked
Great people great work
They right amount of supervision for most tasks
Team listened to my ideas
Very flexible schedule
Great co workers
What I wish was different
More access to other systems that I could have helped with
Faster access to ticketing system
No COVID
Advice
Take the initiative as much as possible
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Software Quality Assurance Intern
May - August 2020 • Riverton, UT
What I liked
Being a QA engineer at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints was a great experience. The environment is great, the people are very professional and friendly.
What I wish was different
I wish that I did not have to work remotely because of COVID-19
Advice
Try to learn as much as you can, internships are what you make them. They can be great learning experiences if you put in the effort.
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Service
August 2020 • Vernal, UT
What I liked
The Spirit that was present.
What I wish was different
More structure.
Advice
Give everything your all.
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Software Engineering Intern
April - August 2020 • Riverton, UT
What I liked
Friendly co-workers
I worked on important parts of the software
What I wish was different
More to do on some of the slow days
Advice
Make sure you ask for help, don't be afraid to have more than just your mentor help you
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Missionary
July 2017 • Quetzaltenango, Quetzaltenango Department
What I liked
I loved being able to serve others from a different culture and help them understand what is most important to me.
What I wish was different
I wish that I had been able to stay longer.
Advice
That anyone who is considering this type of experience, don’t hesitate unless for other big life choices. If you have the means and you can, it is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have.
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Missionary
October 2018 - May 2019 • Lima, Lima Province
What I liked
It was a wonderful experience; I exposed myself to a completely new culture and made several friends. Plus the food was amazing. I got to serve those around me and put my full effort and attention into others.
What I wish was different
I wish the climate was a little more like home. The climate in Peru can be very overcast and cloudy and without the sunlight it can get pretty depressing.
Advice
Just give it your all, do everything you can to serve those around you, and learn to rely on your friends.
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Missionary
February 2018 - August 2019 • Macon, GA
What I liked
I loved being able to serve those around me, and to focus on the important little things in my life.
What I wish was different
Nothing, I've very greatfull for the opportunity I had to serve
Advice
It's definitly not for everyone, but if you have desires to serve god, yes are called to the work. Keep your head up and keep moving forward. Be positive and enjoy the little things.
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Seminary Student Teacher
April 2019 • Rexburg, ID
What I liked
Teaching the gospel and working with the kids is amazing!!
What I wish was different
I wish I had chosen a major that goes along with education. They don't require any specific degree.
Advice
If you like teenagers and you like teaching the gospel then you should try teaching Seminary! But be aware, it is very competitive and difficult to get into. Just hang in there!
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Missionary
January 2018 - June 2019 • Tucson, AZ
What I liked
I liked going a teaching those around me, talking to so many different people and hearing there experiences.
What I wish was different
My attitude at the beginning.
Advice
The world is not always about coming out on top but helping others come out on top.
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Consultant
September - December 2018 • Salt Lake City, UT
What I liked
I loved working with my supervisor and Family History Department engineering and product management teams. Teams’ atmosphere and environment are productive and funny.
What I wish was different
None
Advice
Get out of your comfort zone and place yourself in midst of gaining profound experience so you can know yourself better.
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Temple Facilites assistant
May - September 2019 • South Jordan, UT
What I liked
I loved working with the patrons to help them have a better worship experience.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Missionary
June 2017 • Riverside, CA
What I liked
Helping people
Changing
Teaching
What I wish was different
Pursued Christlike attributes much sooner
Advice
Try to become like Christ as teaching and everything else will flow naturally
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Grounds Caretaker
July - August 2019 • Portland, OR
What I liked
I loved working on the Temple Grounds. I had the oportunity to work with contractors with grading, paving, concrete work and repaving portions of the road. I mostly worked irrigation.
What I wish was different
I wish I focused a little more on understanding the relationship between the Contractors and the church.
Advice
Get a big shade hat.
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Communications Intern
September - December 2019 • Auckland, Auckland Region
What I liked
I like being able to write and edit things.
What I wish was different
I wish I had a car so I could get around and travel a bit.
Advice
Live close to the office so you can get places more easily.
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Computer Network Analyst Intern
April 2019 • Riverton, UT
What I liked
Nice work accommodations, desk, laptop, work cafeteria, access to new tools. Great experience gained.
What I wish was different
Better project / work assignment and closer mentoring. Being integrated to the team took a lot of personal efforts, and finding relevant projects and work available to me was tricky and sparse at times.
Advice
Thoroughly understand and acquaint yourself with your team and the adjacent teams working on similar projects. Familiarize yourself with all the people in the department, it's not realistic to rely on your mentor to be your one source of communication to your team.
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Missionary
March 2018 - September 2019 • Lisbon, Lisboa Region
What I liked
I loved being able to serve people, and learn about their stories and lives, and how to help them.
What I wish was different
Nothing! It was an amazing experience!
Advice
Bring good shoes, some for warm weather, and some for the rain. Also would reccomend a good raincoat!
