I liked how willing everyone was to work with me and show me how to do things the right way.
What I wish was different
I wish that I could have worked there longer.
Advice
Work hard and you will succeed.
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Sawmill worker
June - September 2019 • Riddle, OR
What I liked
The wage was too good to pass up. Especially for someone with little work experience. It allowed me to save enough over the summer to not have to work fall term.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have gained experience related to my major, but that’s something I gave up for the better pay.
Advice
Working hard has its rewards.
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Safety Team helper
May - August 2019 • Coquille, OR
What I liked
The job taught me good work ethic and how a safety team works in the mill.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have learned a little more about the marketing side of the plant.
Advice
Go in ready to work hard and be as available as possible.
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Quality Assurance Intern
June - August 2018 • Coquille, OR
What I liked
I enjoyed gaining experience in the industry and networking with people who I make work with someday.
What I wish was different
Wish the job I had was more closely tied to my mjor, but it was still pretty good experience to have.
Advice
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quality assurance technician
June - September 2018 • Coquille, OR
What I liked
Networking, learning about industrial work/processes, experience, pretty good job
What I wish was different
Less busy work
Advice
It is great to get experience in any industrial setting if you plan to do this in the future
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Mechanical Engineering Intern
June - September 2017 • Medford, OR
What I liked
They let me design many projects and built a few of my 3D drawings to use in production.
What I wish was different
I wish I was closer to friends and family throughout the summer.
Advice
Work as hard as you can at your first internship and make as many connections as possible within the company.
