In her pharmaceutical plant where she works, there is an opening for a position in the Packaging department. It's not my cup of tea, but the pay is what is interesting, about $35K/year. That, to me, is a LOT of money.
I am looking for a position in the IT industry as I recently finished my technical program at the college I have been enrolled in. So far, due to the combined effects of the 9/11 incident and the downturn in the IT industry, my prospects are not looking that good.
I would consider that Packaging position, but the only problem is that I would be required to sign a contract that requires me to work up to a year at Packaging before I can leave or look for an internal posting within the company's IT department.
The way I am thinking now is that I toiled for a long time in the college to get the program that I want and I do not want to waste time in a position that may not hold any satisfaction value to me. But due to financial constraints, I am really considering that position. But I would have to waste a year in this job whose inspiration is purely monetary.
Ideas? Suggestions?
Posted by Mojo Jojo (Member # 256) on :
You're still young. A year isn't that long. $35K is a nice amount of money for a 'temporary' assignment. Conditions in the IT sector will most likely improve. You can do courses (CISCO et all) in the interim. I'd say go for it! Posted by Malnurtured Snay (Member # 411) on :
I agree with Mojo. And the agreement is only for a year -- you've waited this long already
Of course, if you want to move to Baltimore, I'll put you in touch with my friend, who is head of IT at John Hopkins.
Posted by Kosh (Member # 167) on :
Take the job, if you can get it. You would start out at quite a bit more then I make after 14 years.
Posted by Tahna Los (Member # 33) on :
Kosh: Canadian $$. Far less than what you make.
Posted by TSN (Member # 31) on :
CA$35 000 = ~US$22 260
Posted by First of Two (Member # 16) on :
That's still about 4K more than I make... where is this job? Posted by Omega (Member # 91) on :
Take the job. No question.
Posted by Malnurtured Snay (Member # 411) on :
So, what does the job entail in specifics? I assume you'll be doing more then taping boxes up.
Posted by Shik (Member # 343) on :
You could pimp...
Posted by Sol System (Member # 30) on :
Johns Hopkins.
Posted by targetemployee (Member # 217) on :
Tahna Los,
Your girlfriend works at the company where you are seeking employment. How do you feel about this?
Posted by Tahna Los (Member # 33) on :
Looks like the job has been filled. The company posted it internally, which it usually does before it actually goes out to the general public. My girlfriend was able to see this and sent me a heads up to be prepared, but looks like someone else from inside the company is taking the job.
Snay: The job entails operating machinery that is supposed to ensure that the medicines are properly filled (I did say my GF worked in a pharmaceutical plant). Not really fun stuff if you ask me.
Posted by Tec (Member # 136) on :
I'll tell you right now, take any job you can that has the ability to lead you to the job you went to school for. My brother graduated last year from college and is now working at wal-mart which is no where near what he went to college for(psyhc major)
Posted by Malnurtured Snay (Member # 411) on :
If I had to work just *any* job, I'd either want to work at a poolhall, or as a bartender. That'd be pretty cool.
Oh, or as a hired assassin.
Posted by Siegfried (Member # 29) on :
Ee-yep, things are a bit tough in the IT industry at the moment. That does not inspire much hope in me since my major is MIS, and I'm graduating in another year. Hopefully, things will begin picking up before this year is out.
My advice depends on the current state of your finances. If you have a reasonable amount saved to live on, you can take your time in finding a job in your field or near-enough your field that you can switch over quickly. If you're finances are strained, take the best job that you can get. As has been said earlier, you're young enough that you have the luxury of a short lull between leaving school and getting work in your field of expertise. But if you can wait and see if something comes along that is in your field, do that. You'll enjoy the job much better and life with a bit brighter.
As a side note that seems to be irrelevant now, there's not much harm in working for the same company as your girlfriend as long as y'all are in separate offices or departments. It's only having to work together or work for her or her work under you that tension can build up.
