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1. -Lab Assistant, IUPUI Biology Prep Lab. Supervisor: Rick Frey Employed
from Aug2004 to May2005
Responsibilities included preparing cultures, solutions, and dyes, and
collection materials for lab classes.
-Lab Assistant, IU School of Medicine. Supervisor: Dr. David Basile
Employed from Aug2005 to Dec2005
Responsibilities included keeping feeding and caging schedules for lab
rats, administering injections, collecting urine and blood samples, and
preparing samples.
-C105 Workshop Leader, IUPUI Chemistry Department. Supervisor: Dr. David
Malik Employed from Aug2005 to Dec2005
Responsibilities included completing student coursework ahead of time,
attending prep meetings, leading recitation sections for the freshman chemistry
course.
-Supplemental Instruction Leader for CHM115/116, Purdue University
Academic Success Center
Supervisor: Ethel Swartzendruber Employed from Jan2006 to May2007\
Responsibilities included attending course lectures, lesson planning,
holding instructional sessions, office hours, and large exam review sessions.
-Summer Help, Brownsburg Community School Corporation. Supervisor: Dan
Jones Employed summers of 2005 and 2006
Responsibilities of 2005 included helping set up the new middle school:
collecting invoices and shipping orders, moving orders to proper locations and
assembly if required, and light supervision of other students sent over to help
for the day. Responsibilities for 2006 included landscaping duties such as
mulching, weeding, mowing, and planting. Also indoor maintenance such as
painting and moving classrooms.
-Pharmacy Technician/Intern, CVS Pharmacy Lafayette, IN. Supervisor:
Jane Trenary Employed from May2007 to present
Responsibilities include entering and filling prescriptions, customer
service, and daily maintenace tasks.
2. -Volunteer, St. Vincent New Hope Indianapolis, IN. Supervisor: Mary
Pomprowitz Volunteered summer of 2006
Responsibilities included spending time with an assigned client of mild
mental retardation weekly. Activities included shopping, going to lunch, going
to the movies, swimming, etc.
-Volunteer, Southern Care Hospice Lafayette, IN. SUpervisor: Melinda
Cadwallader Volunteer from June 2007 to present
Responsibilities include providing companionship and support to
patients, and relieving caretakers/family for short periods of time.
-Volunteer, PPA-Boys abd Girls Club Lafayette, IN. Supervisor: N/A
Volunteer from Oct2007 to present
Every week Purdue Pharmacy Ambassadors visit the B&G Club to play with
the kids and tutor if necessary.
3. The only intern experience I have is at my current job at CVS. I was hired
as an intern, but cannot assume that title until I am accepted into the PharmD
program. I am still currently a technician.
4. The combination of my work experience and coursework has made me very
comfortable in a laboratory setting. If anything, my work experience has
helped me more so in the classroom. Already being familiar with certain
equipment and procedures has given me an advantage in finishing my assigned lab
activities. The same is true for my leadership experience. It has been
enhanced by the knowledge I've gained in my classes, making me more confident
in the material I present. However the leadership experience has affected my
coursework more, making it easier to work in groups and give presentations.
5. The scholarships I received were right after high school. I received a yearly scholarship from both the American Legion and the AL Auxiliary. My largest was from the Marcy Bloomer Memorial, based on a nomination (Mrs. Bloomer was a former teacher at my high school). Every year I've been in college I've been on the Dean's List both semesters. At IUPUI I recieved multiple "A" Awards, awarded for receiving an A in historically difficult classes.
6. I think my best applicable skill is being able to work both in a group and under pressure. My leadership experiences have helped me there, as well as my customer service experiences. Working in a pharmacy has shown me how well I can handle overwhelming situations. I also have a firm determination to 'get the job done.' I will work as long as necessary over my schedule if it is needed in order to finish what I am doing and do it well. In a retail pharmacy career this is an essential quality to have because each person working provides an important role in the behind the counter processes. One missing person can make all the difference between a smooth and hectic shift. I am also an extremely fast learner. At my current job I required less individual training than normal as I was able to pick up certain skills on my own from observation rather than instruction.
7. I don't have any specific skills working with specific groupd of people, but I am comfortable giving instruction (i.e. training a new employee). I do not speak a foreign language as of yet, but I am currently learning German and plan on tackling Spanish after that.
8. I do posess basic computer skills, but not much after that. I do have some Java Script experience, but I would have to refresh myself on it for any practical purposes. I am familiar with all basic Windows and Microsoft applications, but beyond that I would require additional instruction.
9. I have experience working with certain basic lab equipment, including autoclaves. I am familiar with ScriptPro filling machines used in the pharmacy I currently work in. I am confident that I wouldn't have much trouble familiarizing myself with new equipment and techniques a job might require.
Internship #1
Summer Internship Program (SIP)
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
For high school, college, graduate, medical, and dental students
Summer programs at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) provide an opportunity to spend a summer working side-by-side with some of the leading scientists in the world, in an environment devoted exclusively to biomedical research. The NIH consists of the new 240-bed Mark O. Hatfield Clinical Research Center and more than 1200 laboratories located on the main campus in Bethesda, MD as well as in Baltimore and Frederick, MD; Research Triangle Park, NC; Phoenix, AZ; Hamilton, MT; and Detroit, MI.
For trainees on the main campus, the Office of Intramural Training & Education sponsors a wide range of summer activities including a lecture series featuring distinguished NIH investigators, informal lunchtime talks on training for research careers, and a trainee poster day. The office also makes available information about housing in the area. The NIH provides additional opportunities such as the Science in the Cinema series.
The Summer Internship Program is for students who will be sixteen years of age or older at the time they begin the program and who are currently enrolled at least half-time in high school or an accredited U.S. college or university. Students who have been accepted into a college or university program may also apply. To be eligible, candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Awards cover a minimum of eight weeks, with students generally arriving at the NIH in May or June.
Stipends
The stipends for trainees are adjusted yearly, with supplements for prior experience. For details, see the Trainee Stipends page.
Application procedure
Prospective candidates must apply online. Applications are accepted from mid-November to March 1. The electronic application requires submission of a curriculum vitae or resume, a list of the applicant's publications, a cover letter describing the applicant's research interests and career goals, and the names and contact information for two references. Candidates are asked to specify the scientific methodologies or disease/organ systems that interest them.
Selection
Successful applicants are selected by the individual laboratories and branches at the NIH on a rolling basis from November through May. Applications are reviewed and selections are made by scientists in the Institutes and Centers of the NIH. Candidates will be informed of their selection by the hiring Institute. Successful candidates will be required to submit the following documentation to their Institute or Center prior to beginning their training:
- Official high school, college, or graduate school transcripts
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status. U.S. citizens may submit a copy of their birth certificate or passport. Permanent residents will need to provide a copy of their alien registration card.
Internship #2
Job Description
Job Type:
Intern
Posting Title:
Summer Intern Analytical Research
Job Requisition:
Posting Date:
076784
01/22/2008
Posting Location
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United States
Connecticut
Groton
Imagine a career that touches the lives of people everywhere. Imagine an opportunity to reach beyond your area of expertise to make an impact on something greater than the bottom line. Imagine playing a key role in some of the most critical issues facing healthcare today. This is your career at Pfizer - a career unlike any other.
Job Duties:
The student will be responsible for working on a research project, directed by an experienced Research Analytical scientist. The research project will include both laboratory experiments and data analysis, and will focus on providing real-life experience of the drug development process at Pfizer. The candidate will undertake laboratory experiments involving analytical chemistry applied raw materials, synthesis intermediates, pharmaceutical drugs (API) and pharmaceutical dosage forms (DP). A strong emphasis will be placed on using fundamental scientific principles to understand and design better drug delivery systems, processing conditions, and analytical methods. A poster presentation of the research results is required at the end of the summer.
Qualifications:
Candidates should be enrolled as full-time students in graduate or undergraduate programs, preferably in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, or Pharmacy. Other degrees will be considered. General laboratory skills (e.g. preparation of solutions, pH measurements, optical microscopy) and a basic understanding of analytical methods (HPLC, GC, LC/MS) is preferred. A strong background in physical chemistry and knowledge of drug product manufacturing procedures is desired.
Reflection
1. Why did you choose this job ad? Do you feel that you are qualified for the position? (paragraph)
The reason I chose this internship is because it is a reasearch opportunity in the health and medicine community that allows me to share my specific interests with the employer. In the application process questions are asked regarding "scientific methodologies or disease/organ systems" that I may find interesting. This gives the opportunity to not only gain research experience, but to gain it in a chosen field. While the exact preferences are not guaranteed, this description offers a more personalized prospect than other ads I found.
2. How long has the ad been posted? If it has been posted for a long period of time, are you sure that the position is still available? How? (short answer)
I don't know for sure how long the ad has been posted, but I do know that interns are hired yearly. Also there is an application deadline of March 2008, so I am sure that positions are open.
3. Where is the company located? Are you willing to move if it is out of state or in a foreign country? (short answer)
The NIH main campus is located in Bethesda, MD, but openings are available in numerous locations including more in Maryland, North Carolina, Arizona, Michigan and Montana. The program I am interested in is located in Bethesday on the main campus.
4. Why is living in the area that the company is located appealing to you? (paragraph)
I am apathetic towards living in Bethesda due to the temporary nature of the situation. I have never been there before, but one of my close friends interned there previously and loved her stay there. Being close to Washington D.C. and in a coastal state are definitely perks. In addition I have heard that the region around the NIH campus is well accommodated for housing visiting interns.
Job Ad Analysis
1. What skills is your prospective employer seeking, from most important to least important? (list)
(There was no real listing of these, so I had to rely mostly on inferrence based on the information page and FAQs posted on the website)
-A strong desire and real ability to thrive in a research and laboratory setting.
-A strong scientific background, including successful completion of biology and chemistry courses at the current level of education.
In addition to these I am assuming that employers are looking for good leadership, group, and communication skills, as would be desirable for any position.
2. What exceptional skills do you have that prove you to be
invaluable to this company or organization? Remember that your resume is not a record of what you’ve done, but a persuasive document that proves indisputably that you are the best person for the job. (list)
-Strong background in chemistry and numerous biological sciences regarding human anatomy and physiology
-An passionate interest in human physiology and biology
-The ability to work well within a group, and also independently when neccessary
-I am an eager and quick learner
-I have experience presenting and teaching information to both small and large groups
-Ability to work well within a laboratory setting, gained through both employment and coursework
-Ability to read and understand medical journal articles for summary and discussion
3. As an exercise, list the skills, professional experience, personality traits, etc., the job ad is asking for in the left column, and in the right, write paragraphs that elaborate on and illustrate your skills, experience, etc
-A strong desire and real ability to thrive in a research and laboratory setting.
With the lab experience I have had I feel I meet this requirement as far as ability is concerned. While I have no first hand experience doing research (only as an assistant), I am enthusiastic about the opportunity. I believe my enthusiam for the research topics is evident in my choice of degree and coursework.
-A strong scientific background, including successful completion of biology and chemistry courses at the current level of education.
So far I have three and a half years of science realted coursework completed on the college level. Before that I took every science course I could in high school, including AP level. I have succesfully completed all of these courses with high grades, and an even stronger desire to learn more after each one.
-Good leadership, group and communication skills
My experience as a chemistry instructor has helped me tremendously in all three of these areas. My ability to work within a group dynamic has improved dramatically since my initial employment as an instructor. One of the biggest challenges to that job is getting students to interact, ask questions, and answer each others questions. I have been better able to judge when I should step in as a leader or when I should step back and just watch. Communication has become something that I try to be very aware of whenever I am in a group situation. As an instructor it is important to make sure you are communicating on a level that all types of learners (visual, auditory, etc) can respond to. Conveying information in several different ways is something I have had lots of practice doing and I feel is a valuble skill in any employee.
History of the Company / Organization
1. Did you know anything about the company before you saw the job ad? (short answer)
I didn't know anything specific about their research programs, just that they are the primary government funded source of biomedical research.
2. Does the company have a website? What is the URL? (short answer)
3. What is the mission statement of the company? (paragraph)
The mission statement for NIH is long and intensive, but in short the main goal is to provide the highest quality research in the most ethical manner in a manner that's most beneficial.
NIH is the steward of medical and behavioral research for the Nation. Its mission is science in pursuit of fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of living systems and the application of that knowledge to extend healthy life and reduce the burdens of illness and disability.
The goals of the agency are as follows:
- foster fundamental creative discoveries, innovative research strategies, and their applications as a basis to advance significantly the Nation's capacity to protect and improve health;
- develop, maintain, and renew scientific human and physical resources that will assure the Nation's capability to prevent disease;
- expand the knowledge base in medical and associated sciences in order to enhance the Nation's economic well-being and ensure a continued high return on the public investment in research; and
- exemplify and promote the highest level of scientific integrity, public accountability, and social responsibility in the conduct of science.
In realizing these goals, the NIH provides leadership and direction to programs designed to improve the health of the Nation by conducting and supporting research:
- in the causes, diagnosis, prevention, and cure of human diseases;
- in the processes of human growth and development;
- in the biological effects of environmental contaminants;
- in the understanding of mental, addictive and physical disorders; and
- in directing programs for the collection, dissemination, and exchange of information in medicine and health, including the development and support of medical libraries and the training of medical librarians and other health information specialists.
4. What are keywords on the website that you can use in your cover letter and interview? (list)
scientific integrity, responsibility, innovative strategies, leadership, improving health
5. Write a few sentences about the history of the company. Remember that it is essential for you to learn as much about the company as possible; you can use such knowledge for your cover letter and interview. (paragraph)
NIH started as the Marine Hospital Service, MHS, in the late seventeen hundreds as a medical service for merchant seaman. It was commissioned by the government to examine all passengers arriving by ship for infectious diseases in order to prevent epidemics. In the late eighteen hundreds the institution was moved to Washington D.C. and over the years has expanded to the program currently in state today.
6. Based on your research, what is your personal sense about the company? What do you feel the company values? (paragraph)
My first impression of what the company values is dedication and responsibility for the work being done there. There is a great sense of commitment to excellence portrayed in their mission statement, as well as throughout their website. NIH is dedicated to helping advance science in the best interest of society.
7. Does Purdue’s Center for Career Opportunities have a networking system with this company? (short answer)
No.
8. Do you have any personal connections to this company? Do you know anyone who works there? Does anyone in your family or friends of your family work there? (short answer)
One of my current roommates has interned for NIH for a summer several years ago.
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Peer review
1. Did your partner use headings in their document?? Headings are an
important part of business writing, and you should being developing
better skills to use them in your own business writing.
Yes, they used headings in their work and everything was in order and easy to read. It looks good.
2. Shorter paragraphs are another important aspect of business
writing. Are their paragraphs 4-8 sentences long?? If not, mark a new
paragraph within the existing paragraph with a comment.
The paragraphs are in order but are a bit lengthy. It might be better to cut them down to the reader doesnt become bored with the lack of topic change.
3. Active verb choice is another important aspect of business
writing. Underline any good examples of active verbs. Circle any
weaker, passive verbs, like "to be" forms (is, was, are, were) and do,
does, has, have, etc.
There is good sentence structure here, but it always helps to include more action verbs.
4. Do their sentences have varied beginnings?? This is the easiest
way to achieve sentence variety and complexity. Bracket sentences that
you think can be more varied and complex.
The sentences looked good and sounded good when reading them, the length of the paragraphs are the only thing i would change. Sentences are complex and nice to read, they make the writer sound intelegent, they all look good.
5. Finally, review the questions for each aspect of Step 4. Did they
answer each one equally and fully?? Here, mention any that can be
better, more detailed, and more developed.
None