Working at The University of Akron in Akron, OH: 17 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Akron, OH Area

"I worked for the Help Desk for almost 2 years. It is a great place to start, as you can move up to other positions if you want, or you can maybe even be promoted to a lead tech. It provided great learning experience for problem solving and communication skills. It also provided work flow experience and teamwork experience. The only con I can think of is some troubleshooting with people who aren't familiar with tech or are in a bad mood."

"I have worked in Metacomposites Lab in researching for composites' damage mechanics in an extreme environment. Overall the research environment was very friendly, co-operative, disciplined, and goal-oriented. I recommend this lab for every researcher to work on it he/she gets a chance."

"I've found it to be a good research institution."

"Worked here as a research asssistant while pursing my PhD degree. This place is nice to work with and most staffs and professors are very nice and helpful. Lots of fun to work here."

"Great genetics laboratory research position."

"Great university to start with. Amazing opportunities."

"Akron is changing its name to Polytechnic. I am not sure how they handle financial crisis."

"It is okay, but pay is low and we still have to pay certain fees... Pay is $18,500 and is taxed (18%). Fees equal $1,600 a year."

"I have worked for The University of Akron for about 8 months now, I would say I have enjoyed working for the Department of Computer Science."

"In overall the university of Akron is a good university."

"I worked at The University Of Akron. It was satisfactory."

"I have been working at the University of Akron for 5 Years. Its an excellent place for any international student to get a kick start his learning curve and build a great career. The faculty is also very helpful in making concepts clear. Overall I am very happy with my decision to join UAkron"

"I am happy to work as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Akron."

What do you like about working at The University of Akron?

"I like to work in the University of Akron, it makes me improve my knowledge and experience."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"I feel it is important to do yourself, you should show your innovation, work attitude to the interviewer."

What don't you like about working at The University of Akron?

"The post-doc research fellow is not a regular position, it is time for me to move on to a larger and more progressive organization where I can use my polymer science and engineering experience in several different areas to provide technique and support for the business unit by developing new or improving existing products. I am ready to take on more responsibilities."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"The system of the University of Akron is working fluent, I feel I am happy in the University of Akron."