I had my interview this morning at Fisheries and Oceans with Erin. I think it went alright... she gave me a tour and overview of my duties, the main task being feeding fish... how boring. However, the opportunity for future positions and in downtown office is very good... so I will take it simply for networking.
Then in the afternoon I had a frank discussion with Paul, my coordinator, about Elmhirst job... it's been bothering me. The economics of it is not in my favour. Also, Paul warned that it is not as stimulating as I thought... its only an entry-level job.
Now we're waiting on Fisheries... so I might come out with nothing if I turn down Elmhirst. Just when you think you got it figured out. Now Paul wants me to apply to this other job with Environment Canada. I hate those guys...
I'm open to suggestions... should I accept the Elmhirst Diagnostics and Research job out in Abbotsford? It's about a 90min drive (1hr if no traffic)... I'll have to buy a car for this 4 month job, pay $1/litre for gas ($3.80/gallon)... the job pays $10, I make that at my current job, which is sad.
Posted by Jay at August 4, 2005 03:19 PMLooking at those numbers, Jay, it isn't worth it. It's higher cost than your current job and less pay. If that's your only choice, just talk to your boss about more hours at Island.
I think your chances are good for Fisheries and Oceans, personally, as you have Geoff's commendation on top of everything else. It might just be feeding fish, but it pays alright, there's possibilities for networking, your friend works there and it's in a nice area. You can always keep looking for something better while you work there too.
Ultimately your call though, Chowbone.
Posted by: The Jackal at August 4, 2005 04:20 PMI'd say wait and hear from the fishery thing.
Posted by: Jonathan at August 6, 2005 03:40 PM