Job Search

[the_bell_jar]

I've been trying so hard to find a job and have been focusing on jobs that I REALLY want, such as mentoring college students (I'd love to find a position mentoring queer, first-gen, or otherwise marginalized students) or working at a non-profit that focuses on marginalized populations. It's been months and I've started to think about applying for just ANYTHING, but I know that if I do that I'll be ridiculously unhappy. So, I'm thinking about revamping my resumé, seeing if I can do some networking (so difficult for this introvert), and keep applying.

However, I'm also pretty set, now, on returning to grad school for a PhD at the end of next year (if I'm accepted, of course - then again, I already have some good networking going on there). SO, the question is, do I focus on a job that fits in order to get some experience doing what I love and that may benefit me after graduating with a PhD, OR do I just take anything to have some income and be able to buy a car that isn't falling apart?

IDK?!

Comments

[dreamy_dragon73]

I so hear you. I think if you can afford it, go for a job that fits/is what you want to do/gives you options.