Oh I have no problem explaining! :) We just got a semi-disappointing response to one of Nathaniel's applications. We had felt pretty confident about this one because it was a little known company, they didn't require experience (only at LEAST a BA, and he just got his MA), a professor who liked him has had a long relationship with this company (doing class projects with them), AND his internship boss (who LOVES N) kinda knew the guy hiring. But when N followed-up this morning, the guy said that he would interview people w/ experience first. Didn't totally shoot him down, but still, not very encouraging, you know?
It's the same song & dance everywhere, it seems...UGH it's so frustrating! Honestly, it makes me mad when I think about it. How are these new graduates supposed to get into the work force if companies require experience for entry level positions?! I know that the market is bad right now, so places can afford to be picky about their requirements. And I have faith that we will eventually find SOMETHING. But all this application & rejection is draining: emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
You're not on the teaching track anymore, right? What industry do you think you'll be focusing on when you starting applying?
I kinda figured it had something to do with Nathaniel. Sorry to hear about that potential set-back. Hopefully it's not a big deal, and he ends up getting the job anyways. Sounds like he's got a lot of connections - that has to count for something, right? But I can understand your frustration... And I agree, it's completely unfair. It doesn't make any sense whatsoever. But I guess if there's any consolation in this whole thing, I'm sure God has the right job waiting for Nathaniel. Sure, it's easy for me to say that because I'm not in the position you guys are in (yet), but seriously... I think one of the things God is teaching me during this season of my life is that our plans are never as good as His are. And even when we can't see it, He's got a plan. I can't wait to read the entry where you're all excited because Nathaniel got an awesome job. I know it's coming!
As for me, you are correct - no longer pursuing education. I am nearly finished with my undergrad (just wrote about that in my last entry, actually). Will have a degree in general studies. I'm not sure where I'll be going from here. Fortunately, I have a full-time job that I enjoy now that I can hold onto for awhile after I finish school. The only downside is that I'm not sure I could support myself on my salary. It's great for a student-living-at-home kinda deal, but not so sure it will work when I'm ready to move out after finishing school in a few months. We'll see. I may get a second job in the in-between, while looking for something else. I'll probably start applying at churches for worship/production positions. But who knows what will happen. As I mentioned, God has really changed my plans a lot lately. So I'm kind of leaving the future up to Him right now and just dealing with the right now. Not always easy, but I know it's the best thing.
Yikes, sorry - I know you only asked one question. Didn't intend to write a book!
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Do you mind if I ask what sparked this entry? Just curious. :)
It's the same song & dance everywhere, it seems...UGH it's so frustrating! Honestly, it makes me mad when I think about it. How are these new graduates supposed to get into the work force if companies require experience for entry level positions?! I know that the market is bad right now, so places can afford to be picky about their requirements. And I have faith that we will eventually find SOMETHING. But all this application & rejection is draining: emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
You're not on the teaching track anymore, right? What industry do you think you'll be focusing on when you starting applying?
As for me, you are correct - no longer pursuing education. I am nearly finished with my undergrad (just wrote about that in my last entry, actually). Will have a degree in general studies. I'm not sure where I'll be going from here. Fortunately, I have a full-time job that I enjoy now that I can hold onto for awhile after I finish school. The only downside is that I'm not sure I could support myself on my salary. It's great for a student-living-at-home kinda deal, but not so sure it will work when I'm ready to move out after finishing school in a few months. We'll see. I may get a second job in the in-between, while looking for something else. I'll probably start applying at churches for worship/production positions. But who knows what will happen. As I mentioned, God has really changed my plans a lot lately. So I'm kind of leaving the future up to Him right now and just dealing with the right now. Not always easy, but I know it's the best thing.
Yikes, sorry - I know you only asked one question. Didn't intend to write a book!