Know what you're getting yourself into

RaVNzCRoFT
Fri, 14 Jun 2013 23:05:42 +0000

Well I’m glad you know applying online isn’t worth it because in most cases, that’s true. I found Junior Jumpstart to be quite helpful, and several hundred of your classmates took advantage of it. Maybe you’ve had some bad experiences with the career center, but I think it’s pretty cynical to assume there’s nothing good they can offer you.

It’s discouraging not to have a job. As I said before, getting a job right now is not easy for anyone. I think regardless of your advisor’s advice, it was utterly foolish to turn down an offer when you didn’t have any other companies pursuing you. But again, there’s nothing that can be done about that now so I won’t lecture you on it.

If you’re not going to get a job this summer, there are certainly things you CAN do to increase your chances for next summer. Network as much as you can. Look for local groups and go to their meetings. Get in the habit of keeping in touch with people you meet. I’m sorry you aren’t happy with the career center and it’s never easy to get a job, but I doubt you genuinely think you’ve done all you can.

Also, I think Johnson’s suggestion to see a counselor at SHS is a great idea.