Hi everyone!
I have completed two degrees and I am a recent graduate in law. I started doing my training ( volunteer for 2 years) to be a lawyer but I absolutely hated it so I thought that I would use my law degree to do something I am a bit more passionate about and that fits my personality. Since then I have been out of work and it has been tough mentally as I am a very energetic person and I want to do something with my life. Btw I have worked in office jobs since I was 17 and I am now 27. I have found that it's hard to make the transition as people automatically assume that because of my degree the normal path is to be a lawyer. Well as a matter of fact I could use it for research, policy, government etc. I have applied for every job no matter the level as I really want to make the transition unfortunately the response is usually I am "overqualified". At a recent job that I wanted they gave me this excuse, is it really an excuse or the truth? That maybe I will get bored or want more money even though it's perfect for me to gain some experience. However, I don't mind this kind of work and I would be humbled if they chose me after all I am just a graduate. Has it happened to you? The person told me that they had another job opening that was higher level and that I should apply. I am not sure if it was too seem nice to soften the blow or if I am in for a chance?
I have completed two degrees and I am a recent graduate in law. I started doing my training ( volunteer for 2 years) to be a lawyer but I absolutely hated it so I thought that I would use my law degree to do something I am a bit more passionate about and that fits my personality. Since then I have been out of work and it has been tough mentally as I am a very energetic person and I want to do something with my life. Btw I have worked in office jobs since I was 17 and I am now 27. I have found that it's hard to make the transition as people automatically assume that because of my degree the normal path is to be a lawyer. Well as a matter of fact I could use it for research, policy, government etc. I have applied for every job no matter the level as I really want to make the transition unfortunately the response is usually I am "overqualified". At a recent job that I wanted they gave me this excuse, is it really an excuse or the truth? That maybe I will get bored or want more money even though it's perfect for me to gain some experience. However, I don't mind this kind of work and I would be humbled if they chose me after all I am just a graduate. Has it happened to you? The person told me that they had another job opening that was higher level and that I should apply. I am not sure if it was too seem nice to soften the blow or if I am in for a chance?