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<p>This sounds more mean than harsh. Sounds like the OP applied legitimately and got a job fair and square, with something useful to do although boring. A person can interview well and have skills that are not captured in a grade average of 83.</p>
<p>I really doubt if those unemployed MBAs would actually take this job at half the pay, and likely they wouldn’t be any better at doing it.</p>
<p>OP - this is not a good place to ask this question. Most people by the time they are 50 something are a bit beaten down by life. Many of us had dreams when we were younger, but have had to take work at boring jobs in order to support our family. I know of so many artists and musicians who are doings jos they dislike in order to put food on the table. At 18, have your dream, be what you want to be and do what you want. But to do that, try to have as less of debt as possible and wait to start a family. Take what we have to say with a grain of salt.</p>
<p>I have to give a word of encouragement to OP. I know MANY young people who would have simply quit if they disliked the job. Let’s give him some credit for sticking with it, because that life skill is something that will carry him far.</p>
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<p>We all just need to make sure we don’t get to that point of frustration with our jobs!!!</p>
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<p>Good for you, for pursuing an opportunity on your own and getting this internship. That wasn’t just luck, by the way, that was your initiative. Figuring out what kind of work makes you feel fulfilled is hard. Thinking about it in terms of daily happiness might be a red herring though – as you gain experience, you’ll find that your own definition of a good day’s work changes. And curiosity is a very good trait – stay curious, be open to new experiences, and you’ll find your way. You never know where the right career for you may reveal itself – many times, it can be a happy accident. As long as you’re curious and open, you’ll be able to recognize it when it appears.</p>
<p>Happy? Happy? You want happy? Work is just that, work. I’m not saying that a non math person should be a cpa. But no job is all sunshine and flowers. Surgeons (who even here in Los Angeles, unless they are in cosmetic surgery) do not make a half million dollars a year. But, even saying that they make two or three million a year…surgeons deal with life and death every day. Think is “fun” or “happy” to tell a family that their loved one died? My oncologist does make a fortune. I know that he must take scheduled vacations or the burden is too much for him. And the moment you stop caring, you’re not a good doctor.</p>
<p>And yes, even if you get your “dream” job there are plenty of times that it sucks. DD got a degree in Film. Got a great job right out of college. But she has to deal with personalities, deadlines, anger management and dinner invitatioons. Is there a future? Yes. Is she working in a glamorous fied? Yes. Is it easy? No.</p>
<p>You’re young. Pick wisely. You won’t love everyday no matter what you do. And one more week? No problem.</p>
<p>Some dialogue from It’s a Wonderful Life which always stuck with me:</p>
<p>George Bailey: “You don’t happen to have 8 thousand dollars on you, do you?”</p>
<p>Clarence (the angel):“No, we don’t use money in heaven.”</p>
<p>George Bailey: “Oh, that’s right, yeah, I keep forgetting…Comes in pretty handy down here, Bub.”</p>
<p>No matter how noble it sounds to say you should never do a job for money, the fact remains that when you have bills to pay and mouths to feed, money must often come before fun or fulfillment. Hopefully not for one’s entire working life, but there are times when practicality must be the priority.</p>
<p>^ Just to put that $8k in perspective (for the younger members) … the movie was made in 1946.
I love it every time I see it!</p>
<p>OP, I’m wondering if you’ve been able to take the advice here to find out anything more about exactly what people do in professional careers at the company you’re working for, and if there’s anything else you’ve learned about what you want to do professionally and what skills you’ll need to develop to attain that goal.</p>
<p>I think we all dream of being that flight attendant…at least once in a while. Gotta love em for grabbing that beer on the way out!</p>
<p>How can you motivate yourself for one more week?? Look at out economy, look at how many people are out-of-work. You are not supporting yourself so you have the luxury to hate your job and consider not doing it. One more week is a very short period of time. You have an opportunity, take advantage of it and appreciate it.</p>
<p>I did, during the first two weeks I asked the people who worked around me what they do, and how they go to there position. Where I work is the technology side of the company. So I guess its something you will love or hate. I did learn a lot about computers working there. But, its not for me which is the issue I am having. I love the environment here its very laid back. But, I am more interested in the legal department. Which is why after work, I go to one of my friends who’s also an intern and learn about that sector with her supervisor. So thats whats keeping me here.</p>
<p>Great that you are taking advantage of the opp to learn about the legal dept. It’s also wonderful that you’re learning more about what kind of work you may want to do eventually. You are exploring the benefits of having employment well before you have to support yourself.</p>