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Bummed

pinkshorts27pinkshorts27 member
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edited March 2014 in Chit Chat
Didn't get my dream job. I know I have another job lined up, but it seems like such a step down from the job I could have had.  Now I'm super bummed and I'm wondering if I take this job what will happen to my career. I know that seems silly, but going from board level design (job I got) to chip level design (job I wanted) is super hard. I know I could wait and see if I got a chip level design from another company, but I'm really worried I wouldn't get anything. And I do like the company I'd be working for on the board level, I just am worried I'm crippling my career.  And I'm super bummed because I hate getting rejected. It doesn't happen very often and it really stings when it does. 

Today is going to be hard to focus. I'm bummed and embarrassed because I should have been able to get it. I know my classmates/researchmates judge me already for leaving with my MS and now I don't even have a great job lined up. I don't want to tell FI, because he is so freaking positive about everything and right now I just need to wallow. Plus we both need to be focused on finals. Lame. 

ETA: I know it is totally selfish to be bummed when other people don't have jobs, I just am. I don't how how to explain the differences in career to non-EE's, but it is a big difference in status/pay/skill-level. (and I know it is silly, but still super bummed)

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  • kmmssgkmmssg mod
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    I don't think you are being selfish.  I'm really sorry you didn't get the job and I do hope what you really love is on the horizon for you.  Hugs.
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  • SBminiSBmini member
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    That does suck. :( 

    If you are worried about the impact this may have on your career answer these questions: is the move lateral, a step up or a step down? Is there room for growth at the new company? Is there room for growth at your current company? If you can't move where you are now, than moving period is a good career decision. But if where you are going isn't going to let you advance, you may be better off waiting for something better!

    Good luck and congrats on the job you did get!
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  • AuroraRose41AuroraRose41 member
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    @blueeyes90 hang in there, and see if the company for the board level design has any opportunities to move around once you get your foot in the door.  I know mine does, and that was one of the reasons that I took the job that I did. Also, feel free to PM me if you ever want to talk/vent to another EE in a similar career field :).


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  • cruffinocruffino member
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    I'm sorry you didn't get the job. Keep your chin up.
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  • chibiyuichibiyui member
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    Sorry you didn't get the job you wanted. That sucks.
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  • mbross3mbross3 member
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    You could also always consider informational interviews before deciding whether to take the job offer that isn't your dream job. What I mean is, send out some emails/phone calls. See if you can speak with individuals currently in positions that are similar to your dream job, and similar to the job you were offered. See how they got there, what they recommend, etc. I know it sounds awkward, but it is really the best way to both meet people and to learn about jobs. 

    When I graduated from college I did 20 informational interviews (sounds like a lot, I know), but just through that I ended up with 12 job offers! Without even sending out any applications! I really, really recommend it. It can be a little uncomfortable at first, but can really pay off with both opportunities and information. 
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