Slow pace, if you're a hard worker they give you more independence while working.
What I wish was different
Advice
All walgreens are different and the experience depends on how good your leaders are.
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Customer Service Representative
May - August 2019 • Walnut Creek, CA
What I liked
Working with others
What I wish was different
Advancement opportunities
Advice
It was good to be at home
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Certified Pharmacy Technician
August 2015 • Minneapolis, MN
What I liked
Fast pace environment, patient interactions
What I wish was different
Advice
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Designated Hitter
June 2018 • Zion, IL
What I liked
Working in the pharmacy
What I wish was different
Advice
Don’t be afraid to ask how you can move up in your place of employment.
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Certified Pharmacy Technician
June 2019 • Boise, ID
What I liked
learning about pharmacy
What I wish was different
effectiveness in training employees in the pharmacy
Advice
great way to start off
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Certified Pharmacy Technician
June 2016 • Shelbyville, IN
What I liked
I love the fact that I have the opportunity to learn about medications, patients, and the different laws surrounding the pharmacy and medicine.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have been trained more thoroughly. It seems this position has a pretty steep learning curve and it took me about 6 months to get everything down. Honestly, I'm still actively learning with each day I work, but I wish I could've been taught the basics through hands on experience with another person rather than me figuring things out for myself.
Advice
Try to find someone who can actively help in your training, and always ask questions!
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Beauty Advisor
July 2013 • Fort Wayne, IN
What I liked
I like how friendly everyone is that works there and how flexible they are with scheduling.
What I wish was different
I would have picked a job that was more relevant to my desired job field.
Advice
Work for the job you want not the job you have. Even if it just a retail job you shouldn't just stand there are do nothing, work hard, put into some effort.
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Customer Service Correspondence Clerk
January 2016 • Maineville, OH
What I liked
Building communication and team work skills
What I wish was different
I need to work on my ability to become a leader.
Advice
Always take criticism constructively because everyone wants to see you succeed.
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Customer Service Representative
June 2018 • Clearwater, FL
What I liked
I liked interacting with customers and helping them so that they may have a pleasurable shopping experience.
What I wish was different
I don't wish for anything to be different, I like it how it is.
Advice
If you're trying to get a summer job, apply early so that you can start right when summer starts.
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Management Intern
March - July 2019 • O'Fallon, MO
What I liked
I liked that I was gaining hands on experience. I has been learning so much in the classroom and I was finally able to put these theories into practice. The program trains interns for ten weeks to be a manager. I walked away with so much experience and knowledge that makes my classes easier because I have first hand examples.
What I wish was different
It would have been more beneficial if the positions they were offering after graduate required a degree. It seemed very backwards to require interns to be working on a degree but then offer interns positions that anyone without a college education can apply for.
Advice
I would say if you’re going into this position, go in with an open mind. Being in a retail store can sometimes be looked down on for an internship but I loved it. It was a very low stress position with low expectations of you until you are fully trained in all aspects. Make the most of the position because it offers a great learning environment.
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Customer service associate
March 2016 • Cary, IL
What I liked
I find it relaxing. Tasks keep me on my toes and I find there’s always something to keep me busy.
What I wish was different
More people need to be available for shifts. The store is not meant to be run by 3 people at a time
Advice
Learn to adjust your free time schedule at any moment.
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Pharmacy Intern
December 2016 • Elmhurst, NY
What I liked
Awesome staff and co-workers
What I wish was different
Pay raise
Advice
Definitely explore all your options and do not lose hope if you don't get all the jobs you applied for.
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Pharmacy intern
December 2017 • Middle Village, NY
What I liked
The people are so friendly and I am learning a great deal related to my Pharmacy major.
What I wish was different
Nothing. It was perfect
Advice
Don't get flustered. It is a lot of information but it takes time to learn the different processes and stations. Practice makes perfect!
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Retail
August 2015 • Nacogdoches, TX
What I liked
A lot of experience throughout the store. I've worked here for 3 years and there is always a new challenge to overcome.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Customer Service Associate
May - August 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
Interacting and working together with my co-workers. Also the occasional drama and scenes caused by unruly and rude customers whose ego is larger than the sun.
What I wish was different
I wish I been paid more for the things I have to deal with. Short-change scam artists, thieves, and rude customers. I also wish I was able to gain an internship and do something that relevant with my major.
Advice
Don't wait till the end of the spring semester to start applying to jobs. Apply early since that when you will have the most opportunities. Also go to career fair even if you are freshman or sophomore so you can get your name out there. Companies keep track of this stuff and they may contact you once you enter your junior/senior year.
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Pharmacy Technician Intern
May - August 2018 • Billings, MT
What I liked
I loved my coworkers and the relationships we had with some of the customers! Also learning the names and properties of some of the medications was fascinating.
What I wish was different
Nothing at all!
Advice
Definitely invest in a small notebook to take notes!
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Customer Service Associate
July 2015 • Hamden, CT
What I liked
What I wish was different
Team members are expected to do too much
Advice
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Customer Service Representative
May - August 2018 • Hutto, TX
What I liked
Getting to meet new people and learning how to deal with stressful situations
What I wish was different
Everything was good
Advice
Make sure to come to work on time.
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Certified Pharmacy Technician
February 2019 • Richmond, VA
What I liked
The thing that I like most about this job is that if gives me real world experience in pharmaceuticals and retail pharmacy more specifically
What I wish was different
Advice
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designated hitter program participant
June 2016 • St. Augustine, FL
What I liked
Great Benefits, Awesome staff, and opportunities to develop skills relevant to my chosen field (Survey creation, and analysis, building familiarity with various drugs and the like.)
What I wish was different
Currently there's some restructuring going on and it's hurting the number of staff we have in the building at any given time.
Advice
opportunity is what you make of it. You'd be surprised what you can do if you get involved in the workplace.
