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Hey brahs,
I'm in a bind and am having a tough time making a career decision.
I work in the non-profit legal field. Just received an offer from Job B; had interview and waiting to hear back from Job A. Dilemma: I prefer Job A, but don't want to pass Job B and then not get an offer from Job A. Job A is extremely competitive so may not get an offer and out of a job; although I think I have a good shot. Job B is also very competitive, but there are more positions available
Job A
-60k salary
-know the supervisor; chill, pleasant work environment
-permanent position; would probably work there at least 5 years and move on if I get bored
-no upward mobility; same position, same salary.
-have to make student loan payments; $500/month
Job B
-50K salary
-2 year Fellowship; job ends in 2 years
-supervisor is okay; can be a jerk sometimes.
-lots more networking, resources, and will most likely lead to a great opportunity once 2-year term is over
-student loans are put into forbearance and gov. pays for interest
I prefer Job A because the work environment will be LESS stressful; I interned there in the past, I know the entire staff, two good friends work there, and i prefer the type of cases they work on. Job B will likely be more stressful because I'll have a higher caseload, not super cool with anyone in the office, but I will be way more marketable once I'm done. Would you take Job A or Job B?
I'm in a bind and am having a tough time making a career decision.
I work in the non-profit legal field. Just received an offer from Job B; had interview and waiting to hear back from Job A. Dilemma: I prefer Job A, but don't want to pass Job B and then not get an offer from Job A. Job A is extremely competitive so may not get an offer and out of a job; although I think I have a good shot. Job B is also very competitive, but there are more positions available
Job A
-60k salary
-know the supervisor; chill, pleasant work environment
-permanent position; would probably work there at least 5 years and move on if I get bored
-no upward mobility; same position, same salary.
-have to make student loan payments; $500/month
Job B
-50K salary
-2 year Fellowship; job ends in 2 years
-supervisor is okay; can be a jerk sometimes.
-lots more networking, resources, and will most likely lead to a great opportunity once 2-year term is over
-student loans are put into forbearance and gov. pays for interest
I prefer Job A because the work environment will be LESS stressful; I interned there in the past, I know the entire staff, two good friends work there, and i prefer the type of cases they work on. Job B will likely be more stressful because I'll have a higher caseload, not super cool with anyone in the office, but I will be way more marketable once I'm done. Would you take Job A or Job B?
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