I wish I would've allowed myself to do enjoy it more.
Advice
Learn about Jesus Christ. Do whatever possible to draw closer to Him
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Data Analyst
September 2018 • Salt Lake City, UT
What I liked
Some of the most wonderful business individuals that I have ever met work here at the Church.
What I wish was different
Advice
Working your hardest, regardless of whether or not you feel it is compensated for, in any work environment, pays large dividends. Do what is right at all times.
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Web Developer Intern
January - May 2019 • Riverton, UT
What I liked
I liked how I was able to get real-world experience that increased my skills and knowledge. There were great resources available to me, including high level engineers that were willing to help me with all my questions. Another aspect I liked was that the employees all have the same values, it helps promote a healthy work environment. One of the best things though was doing work that mattered and aligned with my personal values and beliefs. The skills I gained here helped me get two high-paying job offers directly after the internship while still being a junior. Working here for those 5 months was the best professional decision I've ever made, and really helped set up and propel my career.
What I wish was different
Honestly, I really liked every aspect of the work during my internship. I would say an area I would have liked to get more experience in was group collaboration. I worked with a mentor most of the time, but never did much collaboration with the team.
Advice
If you are thinking of interning at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, definitely apply and try to get in. It is a great experience and you'll learn so much valuable information that you will actually use in your career. It is also a great work environment.
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Missionary
October 2017 • Boise, ID
What I liked
Helping others and forming lasting relationships with those I worked with.
What I wish was different
If I had more time.
Advice
Don't worry about acting perfectly. just try your best to be yourself and help others.
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Data Processing Clerk
October 2018 • Salt Lake City, UT
What I liked
I love solving problems and figuring out the correct procedure for the questions I receive.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Director of Public Affairs, Apex Stake
May 2017 • Apex, NC
What I liked
I love being able to interact with the community leaders and volunteers and get to know others and the great work the do in my community.
What I wish was different
There were a lot of big events and I felt like an event planner much of the time, which was not what I most wanted to be doing. The events were wonderful and I was able to interact with, meet and interview some amazing people, but I would prefer that aspect were less of my time.
Advice
Public Affairs is a vast and wonderful experience that requires a great deal of flexibility and to do it effectively, it should be a full time position. I went into the assignment hoping to devote 10-20 hours per week on the position, but due to planning 3 large events in a 3 month span, my time commitment was typically 20-40 hours per week with a few weeks over 50 hours. That big time commitment made it difficult to keep up on my school assignments.
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Missionary
February 2018 - July 2019 • Little Rock, AR
What I liked
I loved being able to teach people about the simple truths of the gospel of Jesus Christ and watching it change their lives.
What I wish was different
If we could drive people we were teaching to church.
Advice
It’s the best thing you’ll ever do. It’s hard, but so worth it.
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Family Search History, Korean Project Intern
May 2019 • Salt Lake City, UT
What I liked
I can feel great accomplishment in that I am working for God. And I can learn from many other employers. I can strengthen my testimony.
What I wish was different
So far, I'm 100% satisfied.
Advice
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Missionary
August 2017 - September 2019 • Busan, South Korea
What I liked
It was really fun meeting new people and trying to help them become better.
What I wish was different
The language could have been easier...
Advice
Work Work Work
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Software Developer Intern
August 2018 • Riverton, UT
What I liked
Good pay. Good environment. Good people. They really try to put every effort into building up their employees
What I wish was different
I would like to have more opportunities in development instead of qa but that is saturar of the time of the internship and their needs
Advice
It is ok to ask for help
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Missionary
February 2018 - September 2019 • San Antonio, TX
What I liked
The people I served with and the growing oportunities.
What I wish was different
Everything worked out exactly the way it needed to
Advice
You can never prepare too much.
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Missionary
June 2018 - November 2019 • Bangkok, Bangkok Metropolitan Region
What I liked
The place, people, culture, and all of the lessons I learned!
What I wish was different
Advice
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Camp Counselor
June - August 2019 • Kamas, UT
What I liked
I loved working with the girls and the other counselors! The women’s committee was very supportive and are amusingly role models!
What I wish was different
That we could have more time there
Advice
It will be hard, but it will soooo be worth it.
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Missionary
November 2017 - June 2019 • Bismarck, ND
What I liked
Spending all day every day serving others. It’s exhausting, but you won’t feel any greater joy than this.
What I wish was different
Not much. The hours are extremely long and there are no breaks, so just be prepared to work.
Advice
You get what out of it what you put into it
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Traveling Missionary
July 2017 - June 2019 • Lima, Lima Province
What I liked
I loved meeting new people, learning to work as a team with my companions, and seeing the difference the gospel of Christ makes in the lives of those who accept Him.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Primary teacher
January 2019 • Austin, TX
What I liked
Great kids super fun
What I wish was different
Wish I had a coteacher
Advice
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Traveling Missionary
May - October 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
I love that it taught me how to love others and serve them without thought for gain. I learned the importance of discipline of hard work and developing strong habits that I've kept with me off the mission I'm forever grateful for. The experience truly strengthen my faith.
What I wish was different
There's nothing I would change about my actual experience and would do it again! My only regret is that I encountered a few health complications while on the job that I wish I hadn't had so as to finish my full 18 months.
Advice
One big piece of advice I have would be to learn and have a testimony of the manual, Preach My Gospel, and The Book of Mormon. The more you know them, the more you'll be able to teach with ease. My other would be to make sure you're physically ready for it and trust in God in everything you do, even in the little things. If you have to two main things, you'll be ten times more prepared.
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Missionary
July 2017 - August 2019 • St. Gallen, Canton of St. Gallen
What I liked
I really like meeting so many different people and having to opportunity to teach others what I know about Christ.
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
It is a long and hard experience, so you should prepare yourself before hand and be ready to face any trails or hardships that may come.
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Missionary
February 2018 - August 2019 • Fort Worth, TX
What I liked
It was good to experience the culture of the South and meet the hospitable people of Texas. I also was able to develop better skills in working with others and talking with everyone about Christ.
What I wish was different
I have no answer to this question. I liked my experience as I was.
Advice
Advice I would be is to do everything whole-heartedly. You'll be able to try new things and develop new skills if you are dilligent with your work.
