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cngrmph | 2 | t3_2riwp2 | t1_cngn7tn | cpfair | Having worked "at" S23P (but actually one of their portfolio companies) I didn't do the rotation you describe. Still an amazing experience though! | 2015-01-06T19:56:10 | null | false | false | 500 |
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cngo4qg | 2 | t3_2rhte0 | t1_cngnuar | Some-_- | I'm curious, did you show up drunk as well? | 2015-01-06T18:11:52 | null | false | false | 501 |
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cngnuar | 2 | t3_2rhte0 | t3_2rhte0 | Raider_Boy | I got fired from my first coop and it was embarrassing but a learning moment and I have only shown growth from then and am doing quite alright now. | 2015-01-06T18:03:25 | null | false | false | 502 |
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cngo47v | 1 | t3_2give8 | t1_cngmvu3 | niuzeta | well, when I was starting 4A, I had already decided that I'll take another term after 4B, so I would have some wiggle room to take the big three courses(5 course term with one of those beasts is simply insane), and take some electives I wanted to do.
I was burned out, and had the finesse to realize that I was. I was also mulling over the thought of grad school at the time, so I knew I needed to take a time off. So I did what I needed.
I didn't dread going back to school because I spent half of my time at my place in waterloo playing, and the other half at libraries reading and "working". 4th year classes are pretty different than 3rd year, after all.
I'm omitting a lot of details here because some entail private matters; if you want to PM or chat, I'm up for it. You must be in a pretty tough spot to be replying on a three-months-old comment. | 2015-01-06T18:11:29 | CS Alumni | false | false | 503 |
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cngohcz | 1 | t3_2rh5rc | t1_cngncyz | jellybellybones | https://github.com/vikstrous/Quest-Schedule-Exporter
It can be found here. | 2015-01-06T18:22:08 | 1B ECE | false | false | 504 |
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cngoj15 | 1 | t3_2rfray | t1_cngf6rl | carbonnanotube | It isn't.
If your body cannot handle a 5 minute exposure to the cold without ill effects you should probably see a doctor because you have something seriously wrong with you. | 2015-01-06T18:23:28 | Take a Guess... | false | false | 505 |
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cngs55b | 10 | t3_2rkpk7 | t3_2rkpk7 | ti-linske | Let me tell you about my friend in bio, 1st term worked abroad for pennies, next term worked as a volunteer for a clinic in Toronto where he did nothing, 3rd term worked as a volunteer for a not-for-profit, and finally this term he got a decent job because he learnt a little bit of CS.
Tip is get out of bio, not highly desirable unless your top of the class, get some more marketable skills that are more inline with what recruiters specifically come to Waterloo for.
Apply for any posting that comes up even if unpaid, try sending emails to smaller companies asking for an unpaid internship, sorry man but best of luck in bio. | 2015-01-06T20:11:23 | null | false | false | 506 |
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cngsqcp | 3 | t3_2rkpk7 | t3_2rkpk7 | cj2dobso | Look for something that isn't biology. Gain some marketable skills. | 2015-01-06T20:29:01 | Nano | false | false | 507 |
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cngup0s | 3 | t3_2rl1in | t3_2rl1in | presidents_choice | I've found them useful for estabishing a good first impression with the person that may potentially interview me. It's great if you can get into a *real genuine* discussion about the industry/job/company. Once you go in for the interview, and the interviewer already recognizes you from the earlier discussion, you're well ahead of the game. | 2015-01-06T21:27:34 | 4B ENG | false | false | 508 |
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cngv7ty | 3 | t3_2rizsu | t3_2rizsu | Quock | I failed to find a job for my first ENV coop term. Ended up working in a family friend's machine shop full time just to make some money. I took some extra curriculars and got some certifications, and two terms later I was leading a multi-million dollar sampling program on rivers in the oil sands and flying around in a helicopter every day.
The key is to make the best of what you got. Yeah this sucks, and not everyone gets a job, but you need to better yourself for next term. | 2015-01-06T21:43:06 | 4A Environment Co-op | false | false | 509 |
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cngsmqb | 2 | t3_2rkpj4 | t3_2rkpj4 | AnArmadillo | https://uwaterloo.ca/co-operative-education/working-abroad/work-permits-international-co-op-work-terms/usa-work-permitj-1-visa | 2015-01-06T20:25:57 | null | false | false | 510 |
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cnguea2 | 2 | t3_2rgawe | t1_cngnjzb | y3046308 | thank you. I went to 452 and 486 classes and for now, 486 is bit more appealing to me. | 2015-01-06T21:18:44 | null | false | false | 511 |
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cngv3jg | 2 | t3_2rkpk7 | t3_2rkpk7 | dakota_aspin | The question that I would ask is, why are you so concerned about a 2 page resume? I've always used 2 pages (more for some jobs) and been quite successful. If your success rate is 1/60 i would definitely listen to the professional advisor as something might be wrong with the way you are going about the application process. | 2015-01-06T21:39:28 | null | false | false | 512 |
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cngsooi | 2 | t3_2rizsu | t1_cngn0rk | TicklezPanda | Thanks for sharing. That must have been a very difficult situation to face. I'm just going to keep working hard and applying. I hope you find a job soon! | 2015-01-06T20:27:37 | Chemistry | false | false | 513 |
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cngsfqh | 2 | t3_2rkr2e | t3_2rkr2e | protox88 | I didn't do CFM but had many friends in it. I did a similar program in Mathematics/Finance.
You use programming a lot in finance - not the investment banking division side so much, more on the trading, pricing/risk, quant side of things. You won't really be using the CS skills much, but knowing how to program is an important skill to have (transferable between languages, ability to think logically).
If you're interested in finance, I recommend taking a few intro ACTSC courses first - ACTSC 231, 371, 372 are usually the first ones. If you don't like it or understand it, it might not be worth going on.
If you do well or like them, maybe consider ACTSC 445, 446 also.
If you do the CFM program, they have similar stream of courses offered under the AFM header.
My friends who have completed CFM are doing trading, algorithmic trading analysis, index analysis, etc. Mostly on the capital markets / market-making side. | 2015-01-06T20:20:08 | [alum] mathematics | false | false | 514 |
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cngv8w8 | 1 | t3_2rfm9e | t1_cngucqf | heatherpi | If you have a car, Niko Niko was very good when I frequented it. I haven't been in a while but a few friends till get take out there.
I recommend the Love Love or the 9/11. The caterpillar was a hit for a smoother, easy eat. Each meal comes with a small salad, miso soup (not the best I've had though, tbh) and green tea. If you get take out, it's all bundled in there with your meal. | 2015-01-06T21:43:59 | null | false | false | 515 |
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cngucqf | 1 | t3_2rfm9e | t1_cngt420 | phird | Do you have any recommendations for alternatives? I am looking for something that is somewhat in the area (I live on university avenue just southwest of the university campus)
I would prefer something that offers takeout as well as dine-in if that is a possibility. I should also mention that I have never tried an all you can eat place since I was always worried about quality rather than quantity. | 2015-01-06T21:17:24 | null | false | false | 516 |
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cngvish | 1 | t3_2rl1qo | t3_2rl1qo | [deleted] | Bird courses? You mean upgrade courses in summer school?
As far as I know, those count towards the repeated courses.
With a mark like his, he can probably get into Laurier computer science. I know someone that is doing it right now and he said that he is going to transfer UW if he gets good marks this semester. I think he has done his research on this and this could be a path your friend could do. | 2015-01-06T21:52:20 | null | false | false | 517 |
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cngt20k | 1 | t3_2riwp2 | t1_cngrmph | PabloVelas | Hi cpfair just wondering where S23P fellow? Did you apply through jobmine? | 2015-01-06T20:38:46 | null | false | false | 518 |
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cngvo31 | 1 | t3_2rl1qo | t1_cngvgib | RebelliousBunny | /s/her/his | 2015-01-06T21:56:48 | null | false | false | 519 |
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cngt420 | 0 | t3_2rfm9e | t3_2rfm9e | PencilSkirtSurprise | Tomu Sushi was a better restaurant than Suki Sushi. I frequented Tomu from 2010-2014, and was never disappointed with what I ordered. I was surprised to hear the restaurant was under new management, but I decided to take a chance anyways.
At Suki Sushi, the quality of food does not compare to Tomu Sushi. In a city where there are numerous sushi restaurants, Tomu stood out: friendly and personable staff, excellent service, and great presentation and flavour of food. For these reasons, I did not mind that it was not AYCE sushi.
The current food at Suki Sushi is very "meh," but not horrible. Still, I will not be visiting Suki Sushi again. It does not hold a candle to Tomu Sushi. R.I.P. | 2015-01-06T20:40:27 | 4B Procrastination | false | false | 520 |
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cngvgib | 0 | t3_2rl1qo | t3_2rl1qo | PabloVelas | First option there has to be a valid reason to why his grades aren´t great so tell her to explain that in her AIF. Tell her to get her grades up. Third I dont know how it works in her highschool but I would recommend her taking the IB exams and doing well six or seven on her math and science courses and she´ll probably be fine. | 2015-01-06T21:50:22 | null | false | false | 521 |
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cngyhhz | 32 | t3_2rlf9s | t3_2rlf9s | PPewt | If your parents are complaining about an 89%,
* They'll never be happy.
* The more you learn to ignore them/deal with them, the happier you'll be.
* You may be at risk of being stuck in a shitty situation of not living life because they're hanging over you.
Not many people get 89s. | 2015-01-06T23:25:22 | BCS | false | false | 522 |
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cngzbg3 | 28 | t3_2rlf9s | t1_cngyxgg | waterlooo | Show them your class rank when you receive it in a few weeks. You should be at the top 10-15% of your class and then hopefully your parents will understand.
If they ask for something absurd like rank 1 then you need to tell them to fuck off, you're an adult now and you need to stand up for yourself. Get a great co-op job and pay tuition yourself, you don't need this kind of stress in your life. | 2015-01-06T23:54:33 | 2A ECE | false | false | 523 |
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cngytqo | 12 | t3_2rlf9s | t1_cngyhhz | stripedypaper | it depends if they are the ones paying his tuition | 2015-01-06T23:37:15 | 3B CS | false | false | 524 |
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cngxc17 | 11 | t3_2rl3lr | t3_2rl3lr | pokoleo | After much experimentation, you have a few options:
1. On-campus
- **EngSoc C&D**: Though not world-class, the coffee is very inexpensive. It runs at about $1 per cup. It's less if you bring your own mug. A++ would recommend if caffeine boost is all you need. Cash only. Profits go to Engsoc.
- **Mathsoc C&D**: Similar quality to the EngSoc C&D, and around the same price as the EngSoc C&D. Cash, Debit, and Visa. Profits go toward C&D improvements (furniture & appliances).
- **Science C&D**: I've only stopped by once while it was open, and didn't buy coffee :(. Cash only. I assume profits fund SciSoc.
- **ENV C&D**: I've heard amazing things about the C&D, and it seems like it's run very well. Similar to Science, I've never had a chance to stop by, but will try to this term. They seem to be very entrepreneurial, and are one of the few non-school-run places on campus to offer catering (of limited size). Unsurprisingly, things are green/fair trade. Cash only. Profits go to improving the C&D.
- **Arts C&D**: I've never seen it open. ¯\\_(ツ)_/¯
- **UW Food Services (Various Locations)**: Coffee is consistent, both in high-prices and low-quality. Cash & Watcard everywhere, debit in some places. Profits go to the school.
- **Williams, EV3**: I've never ordered a latte, but they probably serve them here. Expect worse service & selection than the off-campus Williams, with prices ≥ off-campus. If you're choosing this, just walk to the plaza for less expensive food and improved service. They take cash, watcard, (and probably debit).
- **24H News, SLC**: "Emergency Coffee" - don't bother, unless it's really necessary, and everywhere else is closed.
- **Turnkey Desk, SLC**: This is "Emergency Coffee" - don't bother, unless it's an emergency. Choose 24H News over Turnkey.
- **Tim Hortons (Various Locations)**: Going to skip this, since it's probably well known to you.
2. Selected off-campus locations:
- **Sweet Dreams**: Despite being a tea shop, they have well-priced coffee, and awesome employees. Expect to wait a bit longer, since there's usually a line, and they **use a french-press to brew the coffee after you order :')**. They take cash/visa, and probably watcard.
- **Williams, Plaza**: Miles better than the one in EV3. They have better food selection than the on-campus location. Cash/visa/watcard are all accepted.
- **Mel's Diner**: Their coffee is ok, but they refill it as long as you continue to eat.
- **[DVLB](http://dvlb.ca/)**: I've only been for scotch, but something tells me that I'll be holed up at DVLB for a few afternoons this term. It's a nice place to be, and they (apparently) have wifi.
- **Second Cup**: There's a second cup in the plaza. A friend worked there once, and swore to never go back. They may have what you want, but idk.
- **Starbucks**: There's a starbucks at Uni & King. Starbucks is Starbucks is Starbucks.
Many places off-campus & within a reasonable walk serve coffee, but I don't know of any other notable options.
At home, I use an incredibly inexpensive coffee maker: [Aerobie Aeropress](http://www.amazon.ca/Aerobie-83R01-AeroPress-Coffee-Espresso/dp/B0047BIWSK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420602330&sr=8-1&keywords=aeropress), with a [Hario Hand Mill](http://www.amazon.ca/Hario-MSS-1B-Mini-Coffee-Grinder/dp/B001804CLY/ref=sr_1_sc_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1420602378&sr=8-2-spell&keywords=hario+hand+buhr+mill), both of which are highly-recommended by /r/coffee. I haven't been able to find an amazing place to buy unground coffee beans near campus yet, and I tend to buy beans when in Toronto.
Hope this helps. | 2015-01-06T22:48:15 | eng-math | false | false | 525 |
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cngz868 | 10 | t3_2rlf9s | t3_2rlf9s | ball-satchel | If software engineering is like any of the other eng disciplines then you will probably receive an email with your ranking within your class for the 1A term. With an 89 average, you are probably in the top 10% of your class. You could try telling your parents this to make them understand. | 2015-01-06T23:51:14 | null | false | false | 526 |
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cngyxgg | 8 | t3_2rlf9s | t1_cngytqo | troubleduwstudent | yes they pay my tuition | 2015-01-06T23:40:49 | null | false | false | 527 |
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cngwt4a | 7 | t3_2rkpk7 | t3_2rkpk7 | saywhaatttt | 60 jobs isn't a lof of apps.... especially for a first year | 2015-01-06T22:31:46 | null | false | false | 528 |
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cngyn3p | 6 | t3_2rl4u6 | t3_2rl4u6 | NewtonIsDeadliestSOB | Hey! If you find someone named "Sapphira" in your game, then I was probably the one who passed you an Eon Ticket. I'm happy it reached you and others :D | 2015-01-06T23:30:44 | null | false | false | 529 |
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cngylb2 | 5 | t3_2rl3lr | t1_cngxc17 | PPewt | > Mathsoc C&D: Similar watery texture, and it's decently priced. Not as cheap as the EngSoc C&D, but it's close to it. Cash, Debit, and Visa. Profits go to fund MathSoc events.
Profits go to new C&D furniture currently. We aren't allowed to take any funds for MathSoc-related stuff since the C&D is for profit and MathSoc isn't. I assume the same is true for other C&Ds. | 2015-01-06T23:29:04 | BCS | false | false | 530 |
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cngvvnu | 4 | t3_2rl3lr | t3_2rl3lr | uwquestion | Dvlb | 2015-01-06T22:03:18 | null | false | false | 531 |
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cngxezp | 3 | t3_2rl1in | t3_2rl1in | tc16190 | You can learn more about a company that you are interested by researching about them online. But What if a company send bunch of representatives to your school so you just have to listen to them talking to learn more about them, while giving you free food and gifts at the same time. So ya, it's worthed for me. | 2015-01-06T22:50:52 | null | false | false | 532 |
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cngy659 | 2 | t3_2rkpk7 | t1_cngx2x0 | dakota_aspin | Yeah I remember that feeling. I also had issues (I think everyone does) with my resume in first year. What you're looking for though are references to your coursework that is relevant to the job and will make you stand out. If you choose things that are relevant it won't seem like you're just trying to 'fill up space.' As an example of what I mean, when I was in first year applying to a data analyst job with the TTC I put my stats course on my resume with a note about how I used statistical software to do regression analysis etc etc.
Another question- are you using cover letters? Those are very very important if you don't have any obvious qualifications as it gives you a space to talk in detail about things that differentiate you from the crowd. | 2015-01-06T23:14:48 | null | false | false | 533 |
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cngz0ly | 2 | t3_2rl3lr | t1_cngydg4 | aintnoother | As in Starbucks? Lol | 2015-01-06T23:43:52 | null | false | false | 534 |
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cngxsxc | 2 | t3_2rl1qo | t3_2rl1qo | twofactorial | First off, If your friend wants to be in Math or CS, your math grades should be very strong (imo at least high 80s). I know a LOT of people who got 90s in calculus, data management, and advanced functions got wrecked in first year math/cs.
**I know I sound like an ass, but the reality is high school math and university math are two different things**
Before going for math or cs, your friend needs to be sure that he/she enjoys math/cs. If your friend is one of those "I know I can do it, I just haven't tried" , they better be ready to exponentially improve to be on par with the rest of the first year students.
With respect to the options you have provided, I think that 1 or 2 would be the safest bet. Try to enroll in a program with some math involved, so your friend can have a taste of how university level math is like.
The third option wouldn't be too productive, because in reality though bird courses can boost your top six, the math courses are still at 70-80s level, and your friend essentially misses a whole year of doing math because they are doing birds.
**TL;DR To major in Math or CS, mathematics need to be a strong suit. If your friend is only achieving 70-80, it is wise to sit down and think about the choice carefully, or be prepared to make a true commitment to improve mathematical skills + technique exponentially.**
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cngxxae | 2 | t3_2rl3lr | t3_2rl3lr | hippiechan | On campus: you aren't going to find a good latte, but ENV coffee shop has pretty good drip coffees.
Off campus: DVLB is the go-to near campus. Princess also has pretty good coffee and great sandwiches, and is nearby to DVLB. If you're willing to travel for good coffee, Matter of Taste in Kitchener is also pretty legit, better than DVLB I'd say. | 2015-01-06T23:07:02 | farts | false | false | 536 |
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cngxnkj | 2 | t3_2rl3lr | t3_2rl3lr | luckylizard | DC's Tim Hortons is the best one on campus. | 2015-01-06T22:58:27 | null | false | false | 537 |
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cngydg4 | 1 | t3_2rl3lr | t3_2rl3lr | HereHaveThis | Might be a little far, but I heard the cafe at St. Jerome's sells Seattle's Best Coffee, which might be worth trying out. | 2015-01-06T23:21:27 | Legal Studies | false | false | 538 |
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cngye2l | 1 | t3_2rfray | t1_cngxtbs | Quock | Haha ok there tough guy. Go run around outside with a tshirts and shorts on tomorrow and let me know how that goes. | 2015-01-06T23:22:02 | 4A Environment Co-op | false | false | 539 |
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cngyx73 | 1 | t3_2rkpj4 | t3_2rkpj4 | worldwise001 | > How long does it take
Not terribly long if you are Canadian. I've seen applications processed in under a month.
> How many people would I need to talk to
Usually is recruiter, company immigration lawyer, and if applicable, third-party sponsoring agency.
> how much do I pay
/u/AnArmadillo posted the breakdown of fees
> my employer pays (and how much flexibility is there, if my employer is not willing to pay anything)
See fees posted; also dependent on what visa you are getting.
> And is it worth asking CECA to help?
I don't know the answer to this question.
> I will most likely be graduated [finished all my courses] when this internship starts.
This might be a bit of a hairy point; I don't know about other people's experiences, but my gut feel is that they may stick you on TN instead of J-1 if you are no longer considered a student. | 2015-01-06T23:40:34 | PhD CS (CrySP/IR) | false | false | 540 |
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cngwidq | 1 | t3_2rl1qo | t1_cngvgib | sydney7285 | My friend isn't in IB so I think it's a bit unpractical, but thanks for the reply!! | 2015-01-06T22:22:32 | Computer Engineering | false | false | 541 |
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cngwj6r | 1 | t3_2rl3lr | t3_2rl3lr | dickbuttfanboy | Sobeys | 2015-01-06T22:23:13 | null | false | false | 542 |
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cngwllc | 1 | t3_2rl1qo | t1_cngvish | sydney7285 | Not upgrading, like taking courses such as Asian Studies that he's never taken before and using them as some of the top six (instead of the chem+physics and whatever else he has right now. Thanks for the reply I'll let him know! | 2015-01-06T22:25:16 | Computer Engineering | false | false | 543 |
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cngx2x0 | 1 | t3_2rkpk7 | t1_cngv3jg | quewee | I just felt that since I don't have much experience, making a 2 page resume would make it seem as though I am trying to stretch the truth too far as I don't have much to put there in the first place... I feel like all the experience I've developed amounts to at most 1 page and by expanding to 2 pages, I'd just be loading the resume with less relevant information making it less concise...
But I guess I will listen to her as yeah, my success rate to even score an interview is too painful to look at. Thanks. | 2015-01-06T22:40:19 | null | false | false | 544 |
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cngxvyl | 1 | t3_2rkpk7 | t1_cngwt4a | quewee | I know it isn't a lot, but there are hardly any jobs I can find on jobmine that are at least slightly relevant to my program. For example, for the first cycle, there were around 3000 jobs available on job mine... but I was only able to find ~30-40 that slightly related to the sciences I am studying. Now there are only 2-3 job postings once every few days that are relevant....
Or I am just bad at searching? :/ I spoke to an advisor who gave me suggested search options and I've been using that since. | 2015-01-06T23:05:54 | null | false | false | 545 |
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cngxkal | 1 | t3_2rl3lr | t1_cngwhwd | kitcherloo | Here's a google map link https://www.google.com/maps/place/Death+Valley's+Little+Brother/@43.468024,-80.523031,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x94c0c98e05c33a5 | 2015-01-06T22:55:32 | null | false | false | 546 |
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cngxnvd | 1 | t3_2rkpk7 | t1_cngsqcp | quewee | I wasn't looking at biology coop jobs specifically, I applied to several places on jobmine that were hardly relevant to my program out of desperation. I am in definite need of more marketable skills but I seem to have trouble even getting fast-food chains/retail to consider me. I am thinking about taking more volunteer opportunities in hopes of filling in some of my inexperience... | 2015-01-06T22:58:43 | null | false | false | 547 |
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cngxzly | 1 | t3_2rl4u6 | t3_2rl4u6 | DeatHaze | Got mine while downtown toronto a few weeks back. Ill bring mine tomorrow too for you guys. Be around the north and east sides of campus. | 2015-01-06T23:09:04 | null | false | false | 548 |
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cngyjkq | 1 | t3_2rl3lr | t1_cngwhwd | Nakji | They're pretty decent and the atmosphere is definitely nice, but I've noticed that they sometimes suffer from barista consistency issues. It's never terrible, but you'll occasionally get pretty mediocre coffee (although I've only ever had their espresso and lattes - the pour-over might be more consistent). It was still my favourite cafe near campus, but it's definitely not Te Aro. | 2015-01-06T23:27:22 | Mech '14 | false | false | 549 |
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cngwbis | 1 | t3_2rf1rg | t1_cnfv874 | satbirkira | I'm not OP but thanks for helping people | 2015-01-06T22:16:49 | I'm going back to Waterloo where the vampires hang out | false | false | 550 |
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cngwhwd | 1 | t3_2rl3lr | t1_cngvvnu | PabloVelas | Yeah I heard about that place how close is it from campus. | 2015-01-06T22:22:09 | null | false | false | 551 |
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cngx5o6 | 1 | t3_2rfray | t1_cngoj15 | Quock | I would challenge you on that. Go stand outside naked tomorrow for 5 minutes and you'll probably die of hypothermia.
-5 C is one thing, but these -25 windchills are something else. They will give you frostbite in a matter of minutes. | 2015-01-06T22:42:39 | 4A Environment Co-op | false | false | 552 |
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cngxs21 | 1 | t3_2rizsu | t1_cngv7ty | TicklezPanda | Wow, that's a pretty awesome transition. Good job! I will definitely work on making myself more marketable. I think one of the best things I can do is to learn a programming language. So, this semester I think that I will continue to pursue a co-op placement until it's no longer an option. I'll find a job somewhere doing anything I can do that will develop my skills. I think what I need to focus on is being an opportunist and use my leisure time for the enhancement of my abilities. Thanks for the response. | 2015-01-06T23:02:26 | Chemistry | false | false | 553 |
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cngy195 | 1 | t3_2rl1in | t3_2rl1in | Stagaz_630 | Does anyone know if it is mandatory for us to be in one of the specified faculties/programs to attend the session? Can we go anyway if we're curious? | 2015-01-06T23:10:30 | CFM 2019 | false | false | 554 |
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cngyldv | 1 | t3_2rl4u6 | t3_2rl4u6 | ackellyb | Oh damn. Will you be here summer time? I have yet to pass anyone with an eon ticket out in SF. | 2015-01-06T23:29:07 | null | false | false | 555 |
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cngxeo2 | 1 | t3_2rl3lr | t3_2rl3lr | T3hHippie | The international news place in the SLC is actually awesome. The best kind they have is sleeping monks and actually, large coffees are $1.05 for all of January | 2015-01-06T22:50:36 | null | false | false | 556 |
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cngxwem | 1 | t3_2rl1in | t1_cngup0s | Stagaz_630 | Are these info sessions set up so that there is a set schedule, and you have to stay there for the whole thing? Or do you just drop in, and get some information? | 2015-01-06T23:06:17 | CFM 2019 | false | false | 557 |
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cngz5y0 | 1 | t3_2rl1in | t1_cngy195 | ti-linske | Yep can to any session you want, sign in is just for their internal tracking purposes. Just need to register before hand. | 2015-01-06T23:49:03 | null | false | false | 558 |
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cngxtbs | 0 | t3_2rfray | t1_cngx5o6 | carbonnanotube | Are you new to Canada or something?
You seem to really not understand winter.
I could easily run around for 5 minutes in the buff, but for the sake of everyone else I wear clothes and have a jacket and gloves to throw on if I am going to spend a significant amount of time outside. In fact I am taking my bike into work at the moment with a ride in lasting about an hour. | 2015-01-06T23:03:34 | Take a Guess... | false | false | 559 |
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cngxf2n | 0 | t3_2rkpk7 | t1_cngs55b | quewee | I asked a few friends who were also in the same co-op program as me and they also have been having very low success rates... 3 of the 5 friends I asked were not even able to score an interview. This is actually making me really think about switching out of biology coop... My marks are far from stellar and I'm not interested in pretty much any of the courses I am taking...
Enough moping from me... thanks a lot for sharing your friend's story! I am just glad I am not the only one experiencing difficulty... I will do just as you say and will now start e-mailing smaller companies for unpaid internship. | 2015-01-06T22:50:57 | null | false | false | 560 |
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cngybur | -1 | t3_2rkpk7 | t1_cngwt4a | dakota_aspin | I would actually argue that 60 applications is a lot. My strategy was always to apply selectively and to only target a few jobs (20 max) so that I could spend time crafting a cover letter/resume tailored to each job. Applying to 60 jobs probably means you're just chucking standardized resumes at a bunch, and I don't think that would be an effective way to actually get interviews. | 2015-01-06T23:19:58 | null | false | false | 561 |
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cnh0ok8 | 7 | t3_2rlma9 | t3_2rlma9 | SidusKnight | >I´m really excited about research and I know for sure thats what I want to dedicate the rest of my life to
You're doing yourself a massive disservice by blindly dedicating your life to something you know absolutely nothing about. | 2015-01-07T00:47:15 | CS, CS, CS | false | false | 562 |
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cngzm7h | 5 | t3_2rlf9s | t3_2rlf9s | satbirkira | When your 30, your going to look back at these years, and either you did nothing or you did kick ass fun shit | 2015-01-07T00:05:37 | I'm going back to Waterloo where the vampires hang out | false | false | 563 |
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cnh1a3h | 5 | t3_2rl3lr | t1_cnh14yh | luckylizard | Not the self-serve. | 2015-01-07T01:12:40 | null | false | false | 564 |
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cnh13t6 | 3 | t3_2rlf9s | t3_2rlf9s | Qwerber | I learned to laugh, get beat up, and say totally worth it since high school so they get used to it. Not like I did that on purpose though... | 2015-01-07T01:05:06 | mathematics | false | false | 565 |
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cnh14yh | 3 | t3_2rl3lr | t1_cngxnkj | Qwerber | Which one? | 2015-01-07T01:06:26 | mathematics | false | false | 566 |
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cnh06o2 | 2 | t3_2rl1in | t1_cngzsi3 | ti-linske | It depends on the sessions. Most sessions have speakers and allow you to get some food beforehand then eat while they talk then network after. Other's like apple and bb basically no speakers and you're just there to talk to departments of interest and hand in resumes. But no generally you can leave whenever you want, just bit rude to leave when they're speaking, especially when its a small crowd. | 2015-01-07T00:27:12 | null | false | false | 567 |
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cngzqyb | 1 | t3_2rggah | t1_cnfocka | Ehau | Select WIND or WIND HOME (Whichever it displays). Then it will only connect to Wind.
From then on, try putting it in airplane mode under your dropdown menu, then disable airplane mode. It will reconnect much quicker. | 2015-01-07T00:10:28 | null | false | false | 568 |
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cnh0gh4 | 1 | t3_2rkpk7 | t1_cngy659 | quewee | Thanks so much for the advice! I'll get to working on expanding on my points.
As for your question, yes, I am using cover letters for all the jobs I am applying for. | 2015-01-07T00:38:07 | null | false | false | 569 |
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cnh0l8o | 1 | t3_2rkpk7 | t1_cnh0gh4 | dakota_aspin | No problem, I hope everything works out for you in the end. If you'd like, I can scan over your resume/cover letter and give you some pointers. No offence taken if you don't want to send random reddit guy your resume though :). | 2015-01-07T00:43:26 | null | false | false | 570 |
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cngzsi3 | 1 | t3_2rl1in | t1_cngz5y0 | Stagaz_630 | Thanks! Are these info sessions set up so that there is a set schedule, and you have to stay there for the whole thing? Or do you just drop in, and get some information? | 2015-01-07T00:12:05 | CFM 2019 | false | false | 571 |
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cnh0gl6 | 1 | t3_2rlma9 | t3_2rlma9 | dakota_aspin | You may be able to bypass the year restriction, but I think you might also run into trouble finding a prof to do research with in first year. If I am correct, URA awards give a grant that has to be matched by a prof and they'll likely want a student with skills beyond that of an average first year. I'd make finding a prof your first priority and then go from there.
A better bet might just be to reach out to all of your profs in general to start making connections so you'll know where to go when you hit later years. Some profs also have small research assistance stuff that could get your foot in the door, but wouldn't be as big as an NSERC URA (those are the ones you are talking about right?). | 2015-01-07T00:38:14 | null | false | false | 572 |
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cnh1bb3 | 1 | t3_2rkpk7 | t1_cngybur | clutchhomerun | it really depends on the person and the field that they're in. | 2015-01-07T01:14:07 | CFM | false | false | 573 |
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cnh3bhj | 13 | t3_2rlf9s | t1_cngzbg3 | abr71310 | This is exactly what a friend of mine in SE (started the year before me, 2009) did when his (non-Asian, WOW!) parents started to encroach on his freedoms and blackmail him into "getting better grades". His parents expected him to get (I believe it was something like) a 93%+ average, or they would only pay a part of his tuition, plus he wouldn't be allowed to go home for meals / visits during the term (which stressed him out immensely).
I don't remember where he ended up working but I just remember that after 2B, he cut them out of his life completely until they dropped the grades requirement for "their love". It was tragic as hell that they expected that out of him (I believe he hovered in the top 10 people in his class for all of university, but his parents wanted that to be top 3).
/u/waterlooo/ is correct. Drop these failures of parents. If all they care about is material grades, they are not people you want in your life.
Despite myself being Asian, I'm just glad my parents don't care about my grades (graduated with a 70 average). My grandparents are another story (neither generation born in Canada), but I don't see them as often, so I deal with them as needed. :P | 2015-01-07T03:00:42 | BCS '14 alum | false | false | 574 |
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cnh2m1j | 6 | t3_2rlf9s | t3_2rlf9s | lolium | let's face it OP, your parents will never be satisfied.
You'll never be good enough. They will ask if you get the best score in class. They'll ask if you've gotten the best job.
You will eventually have to tell them that you are a person, and you will live your life your way. | 2015-01-07T02:18:14 | SE2017 | false | false | 575 |
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cnh35ll | 2 | t3_2rhf94 | t1_cngpwx4 | abr71310 | What's that rule??? >_<;; | 2015-01-07T02:50:18 | BCS '14 alum | false | false | 576 |
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cnh37m5 | 2 | t3_2rizsu | t1_cngsooi | abr71310 | Thanks - it definitely was. Having to schedule interviews remotely (meaning I had to send individual forms EVERY TIME I GOT AN INTERVIEW to the CECA to create alternate arrangements) was definitely a time-sink that I could have avoided if CECA forced the other company (as per policy) to either help me find another job or give me back the one I had been initially matched with.
I probably will, but it's not about "any job" -- I want something that I can derive meaning from, since I'm kind of in a bit of a depressed state after having spent the last five years of my life in school, only to **not** have a job when I graduated (series of unfortunate events).
Good luck to you in your quest! - I'm sure you'll find something, just as I did in my times of struggle. :) | 2015-01-07T02:53:53 | BCS '14 alum | false | false | 577 |
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cnh2llj | 1 | t3_2rkpk7 | t1_cngs55b | u_waterloo | Was the job categorized under CS? | 2015-01-07T02:17:31 | engineering | false | false | 578 |
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cnh361l | 1 | t3_2riwp2 | t1_cngrmph | abr71310 | My bad, I was misinformed. From what I heard from Chamath's speech at Hack the North, this was my impression of the program. Could you speak more of your experience? Was the pay **really that good**??? :D | 2015-01-07T02:51:03 | BCS '14 alum | false | false | 579 |
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cnh3yqp | 0 | t3_2rlf9s | t3_2rlf9s | mercurycc | Well... Study harder and learn everything you can. Next get a coop job and start saving money. That should put you in a better position to talk with your parents equally. | 2015-01-07T03:44:28 | BCS | false | false | 580 |
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cnh4m2q | 4 | t3_2rlf9s | t3_2rlf9s | annihilatron | You know what you need for success. You'll probably be better off with 80s and being on one of the student teams like watcar or uwmav than punching 89s
Also, you won't need them after a coop term. Time to cut the umbilical. | 2015-01-07T04:34:42 | TRON '12 [7 year degree!] | false | false | 581 |
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cnh6hol | 7 | t3_2rl3lr | t1_cngxc17 | Quock | Hi, I'm one of the managers of the ENV Coffee Shop. We do offer catering but are severely limited by how small our operation is. We mostly cater for student groups in varying faculties, for small conferences, or for professor meetings.
Payment is cash only in-store, buy we accept cheque and feds account numbers for catering events. The only profit we make goes towards a "salary" for the managers, which amounts to less than minimum wage when you account for the time we put in. Because of this we can't afford debit/credit/watcard machines. Whatever profit we do have (which is very little) goes to upgrading equipment. Our mark ups on items are minimal, our biggest mark up is 25 cents I think.
We also don't have a latte machine, but the coffee is fair trade and organic and is only $1 for any size mug (bring your own mug or rent one in store, we don't have paper to-go cups).
Thanks for mentioning us! | 2015-01-07T07:09:37 | 4A Environment Co-op | false | false | 582 |
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cnh6vod | 4 | t3_2rlf9s | t3_2rlf9s | ArtisticD | I don't have any advice for you, as my parents are just happy that I even made it alive out of highschool.
But, I hope you know that you are doing an amazing job, 89% in 1A is amazing - many students struggle their first term at University and see drastic grade drops while transitioning to the differences between post-secondary and secondary school.
And maybe your parents don't know how to effectively be tough and loving at the same time, but they do love you and want the best for you. | 2015-01-07T07:34:57 | Honours PoliSci | false | false | 583 |
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cnh5z58 | 4 | t3_2rlf9s | t3_2rlf9s | Xujhan | I'm not sure how much this varies by faculty, but in math we were told to expect grades that were ~10% less than what we got in high school. 89% is excellent, and should put you near the top of your class. If your parents think that's too low, you could invite them to enroll and see how well they do.
(Kidding, obviously. But it'd be funny.) | 2015-01-07T06:30:54 | mathematics | false | false | 584 |
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cnh7658 | 2 | t3_2rl3lr | t3_2rl3lr | chaos0336 | McDonalds | 2015-01-07T07:52:50 | null | false | false | 585 |
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cnh6lq8 | 2 | t3_2rm1um | t3_2rm1um | DanLynch | You should start applying for jobs at the beginning of your 4B term, with a goal of starting work in the first week of May. It's no different from getting a co-op job.
Nobody wants to see your transcript unless you're apply for graduate studies at a university. | 2015-01-07T07:17:11 | null | false | false | 586 |
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cnh9wdw | 6 | t3_2rl3lr | t1_cnh6hol | SexualHobo | > Because of this we can't afford debit/credit/watcard machines.
Holy crap it all makes so much sense now.
I will be visiting your kind much more often. | 2015-01-07T09:56:26 | MC is the best building | false | false | 587 |
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cnh7wfw | 6 | t3_2rlf9s | t1_cngyxgg | grapeape25 | You'll be able to pay your own tuition soon enough, so they won't be able to hold that over your head anymore. | 2015-01-07T08:32:20 | SoftEng 2015 | false | false | 588 |
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cnh7by6 | 5 | t3_2rlf9s | t3_2rlf9s | presidents_choice | Check out /r/asianparentstories | 2015-01-07T08:02:13 | 4B ENG | false | false | 589 |
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cnh9vi6 | 3 | t3_2rlf9s | t1_cnh3bhj | ball-satchel | Damn, I can't believe parents like this actually exist. | 2015-01-07T09:55:35 | null | false | false | 590 |
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cnh8q6k | 2 | t3_2rlf9s | t3_2rlf9s | Stratisphear | You need to be able to stand up for yourself. It isn't easy, I know. I went through something similar. But your parents need to accept that you need control over your life and that their expectations are ridiculous. If you keep caving to their expectations, things will get so much worse and you might even end up with some serious mental issues from the increased stress.
You should also be prepared in case they decide to cut you off. They very well might because you're not meeting their expectations, but that would happen anyways. You can work with student loans and a part-time job, and hopefully co-op money and scholarships, but you need to be prepared to prove that you're capable of handling yourself.
Your parents sound controlling and you need to make sure you have control. The important thing is to not take a standpoint of asking them to accept your 89, but rather telling them that an 89 is very damn good and that you're happy with it (as you should be), and that's good enough. Be tough, stand up for yourself, and maybe talk to some of the counsellors. | 2015-01-07T09:11:03 | null | false | false | 591 |
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cnh9g91 | 1 | t3_2riwp2 | t1_cnh361l | cpfair | The pay was silly high, the company I worked at (Remind) was cool, we went out to lunch/dinner/a game with the s23p guys regularly, etc. Overall: sweet experience, great connections, definitely recommended for anyone considering where to work in upcoming terms. | 2015-01-07T09:40:10 | null | false | false | 592 |
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cnh9ovb | 1 | t3_2qg6uo | t3_2qg6uo | seangibbz | I have Bell and I like it a lot. Good speed and coverage.
Rogers gas pretty good coverage in Waterloo. However, I've had a lot of issues with their customer service, so I switched. | 2015-01-07T09:48:49 | null | false | false | 593 |
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cnh7y1h | 1 | t3_2rmkae | t3_2rmkae | topolopa | "NO SALARY, ONLY EQUITY!" - said no one ever | 2015-01-07T08:34:33 | CO/CS | false | false | 594 |
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cnh9hxo | 1 | t3_2riwp2 | t1_cngt20k | cpfair | I worked at Remind - found them through Jobmine, honestly had no clue what s23p was even about till after I was hired (...probably the 1 info session I shouldn't have skipped). | 2015-01-07T09:41:54 | null | false | false | 595 |
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cnh816r | 1 | t3_2rm5pu | t3_2rm5pu | grapeape25 | Impossible for anyone here to answer. High schools are not created equally, especially comparing them internationally. | 2015-01-07T08:38:54 | SoftEng 2015 | false | false | 596 |
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cnhajsi | 8 | t3_2rlma9 | t1_cnh0ok8 | wafflesquares | But being an RA is a pretty good way of going from knowing "absolutely nothing about" research to having some experience with what it's like. If OP does this early and realizes research isn't for them, they have more time to figure out what they actually want to do. | 2015-01-07T10:18:57 | 2B Psych | false | false | 597 |
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cnhd4wm | 5 | t3_2rm1um | t1_cnh6lq8 | 8pi | My employer asked to see my transcript before hiring me... | 2015-01-07T11:38:06 | null | false | false | 598 |
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cnhaiva | 4 | t3_2rl3lr | t1_cnh9wdw | Quock | You'd be surprised how much these things are to have, it's somewhere close to $1,000 a month (don't quote me on that) on top of a percentage fee per watcard transaction. It's almost stupid haha. Definitely not worth increasing prices by 50-100%.
Hope to see you here /u/SexualHobo!
| 2015-01-07T10:18:07 | 4A Environment Co-op | false | false | 599 |
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