University of Rhode Island Employee Job Reviews in the United States

"I was able to hone my communications and social media management skills on a smaller scale while working at URI Hillel. I loved working with other students and other on campus organizations to create on campus and virtual events for University of Rhode Island students."

"I worked at the URI Wearable Biosensing Lab in the summer of 2019 as a research intern. The people were great and they really wanted to help you learn and explore. The company does well to provide for its employees. Throughout my time at the company i got to work with some of the brightest people I have had the privilege to meet. I learned a lot from all of them and I ame grateful for the industry experience they gave me."

"I have worked as a Graduate Intern in URI."

"Just starting out at the university, the PI was a bit unsure of himself and made my position a bit unstructured. Otherwise, it was a great experience."

"The University of Rhode Island is a great university and it has many good professors and faculty. They taught me lots of knowledge and useful stuff. URI offered me a good opportunity to implement what I learned. My professor is talent and good tutor and he gave me all the support I need."

"I've been tutoring at the University of Rhode Island as a student since 2016. My supervisor has been a great help in creating resources to keep track of student participation and responding to any questions I might have. The work hours also work well with my own class schedule."

"The Admissions office is a fun, supportive and positive environment. Every time I walk in the building people are collaborating ideas, asking questions and enjoying each others' company while they work. This environment fosters new ideas and appreciates when people want to make a change to improve something. The company culture is so welcoming and everyone is friendly."

"I have been in this lab for four years and have been able to gain a wide variety of skill sets."

"Being a grad student is lousy. I was fortunate to at least work in a great lab."

"URI is a good university to work for degrees and also a good place to enjoy summer vacation."

"I have worked at the URI Media and Technology HelpDesk for my entire college career. I think this was an extremely good job because of all the skills in technology and professionalism I learned during my undergraduate career. I was exposed to many technology concepts, tools, and methods in a network setting. On the fly troubleshooting in conjunction with direct face-to-face interaction with clients helped mold me into an experienced professional with excellent tech and communication skills."

"Working for the URI Helpdesk is an extremely rewarding experience for an undergrad. I was able to improve not only my technical skills but also my leadership skills as a team leader."

"I worked with CoPA and Joy was a pleasure to work with. I was able to enjoy a work from home setting and program in an agile environment. I gained lot of experience working on a large scale database."

"Unforgettable and truly an amazing experience (receiving PhD and teaching)"

What do you like about working at University of Rhode Island?

"Unlimited personal growth as en engineer. Extensive lab equipment and state of the art Shock Tube facility."

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

"Graduate School is an amazing chance to further your knowledge as well as become a better candidate in the professional world. If you have the chance, take it"

What don't you like about working at University of Rhode Island?

"Once I received my PhD there wasnt much professional growth left at the University. Also the pay wasn't as high as I would have liked for the time, energy and work that was conducted"

What suggestions do you have for management?

"None. I understand that graduate school is like this at many different universities, and to have my education paid for as well as a stipend, its an amazing opportunity and I am very thankful"

What do you like about working at University of Rhode Island?

"Teaching and working with students on my research ideas and developing new and innovative products."

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

"The department of mechanical engineering at URI is located in a beautiful town near the ocean. It is perfect for someone who would like to focus mainly on undergraduate teaching and do some research"

What don't you like about working at University of Rhode Island?

"Lack of entrepreneurship spirit among my colleagues and lack of resources."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"I would like to see the department create the environment and support for students and Professors to innovate and start news companies"