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Working Wednesday: Megan Everett

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Name: Megan Everett

Year + Major: Junior + Media Advertising with a specialization in Public Relations

Part-time Job + Company: WonderLab Science Museum

What do you like about your job? I love that WonderLab is actually teaching me skills that I will use out in the real world. I’m not doing the typical “intern work” or being a coffee runner. I am involved in projects within the museum which is really cool seeing your work and ideas being executed in a larger scheme.

What transferable skills are you gaining? Personal Development, Multi-Tasking, Monitoring (self, others, or situations), Judgement & Decision Making, Organizational skills, Interpersonal skills, Planning, Project Management

Why do you suggest other students get part-time jobs while at school? It’s beyond just looking good on a resume. You really find out if this is what you want to do for the rest of your life. If you wait until after you graduate to experience it, it may be to late.

Post-graduation Plans: I would either like to working in the marketing department for a non-profit or for an athletic team or I would like to work at a large public relations agency.

Working Wednesday: Abigail Bainbridge

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Name: Abigail Bainbridge

Year + Major: Freshman +

Part-time Job + Company: Journalism with a concentration in Public Relations

What do you like about your job? Writing and Content Intern in the Marketing Department + WonderLab Museum of Science, Health, and Technology

What transferable skills are you gaining? Complex Problem Solving & Complex Thinking, Multi-Tasking, Judgement & Decision Making, Organizational skills, Interpersonal skills, Planning, Project Management, Workplace Writing Skills

Why do you suggest other students get part-time jobs while at school? Getting a part time job is important so you can gain professional experience while making some spending money.

Post-graduation Plans: Working the the public relations field before coming back to get a masters degree.

How to get involved with clubs on campus and volunteering opportunities

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By Kathie Nussbaum

Getting involved in a club or volunteering either on or off campus is a huge part of feeling a part of the community at IU Bloomington. It takes initiative for sure and the benefits are huge. So how do you go about getting involved?

First, be sure to check out BeINvolved under the Division of Student Affairs and search through events, clubs, and organizations on campus that are of interest to you. Chances are you’ll be able to find “your people” or “your tribe,” as some say, when you connect with those who share similar interests.

Second, look over all of the various volunteer opportunities on campus and in the community. Community engagement in the way of volunteering also helps you feel a part of the IU Bloomington community and is not only a great way to give of yourself but also a wonderful way to make new friends and network within the community.

What you have to offer to a group and contribute to the overall community at IU and in Bloomington is unique and what will make your time here at IU full of purpose and give you a greater sense of belonging. Take the next step, show initiative, and push through any discomfort in trying something new—you and others will benefit from taking this stretch to connect! The more involved you get, the better connected you will be, and the more involved you will want to be!

 

Working Wednesday: Hannah Pittman

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Name: Hannah Pittman

Year + Major: Senior + Media Advertising Graphic Design & a minor in Fine Arts

Part-time Job + Company: Marketing Graphic Design Intern at WonderLab

What do you like about your job? I like gaining a real world experience outside of the classroom.

What transferable skills are you gaining? Personal Development, Complex Problem Solving & Complex Thinking, Multi-Tasking, Judgement & Decision Making, Organizational skills, Interpersonal skills, Design

Why do you suggest other students get part-time jobs while at school? It’s a great way to gain experience in your field of interest that you can later put on your resume.

Any other thoughts you’d like to share? The flexible schedules and friendly environment makes working enjoyable!

Post-graduation Plans: Undecided