Navigating Career Decisions: Should I Inform My Manager About Deferring Grad School?
As I approach the conclusion of my internship, I’m faced with a challenging decision regarding my future educational and career plans. Allow me to share my current situation and seek some advice.
Having recently completed my undergraduate degree, I had every intention of pursuing graduate studies this fall. I’ve been accepted into my desired program, registered for classes, and even committed to a substantial tuition payment. Everything seemed to be falling into place.
Earlier this year, I secured a spring internship that was designed to complement my anticipated academic journey. After all, graduate school is typically a basic requirement for obtaining internships in my field. However, with the shifts in the job market, I am reconsidering my path. I have decided to defer my graduate admission for at least a year, given that my chosen school has agreed to this arrangement. Meanwhile, I’ve received a job offer elsewhere that begins in September, and the thought of turning it down—only to potentially face unemployment—is daunting.
For quite some time, I’ve been telling people I would be starting my master’s program this fall, and quite frankly, it has been distressing to maintain this facade. The only scenario in which I would consider attending school this year would be contingent on receiving a return offer from my current internship, specifically for a different team that greatly interests me. However, given that this team hasn’t hired anyone in a significant amount of time, this scenario seems unlikely.
Now, I’m left contemplating whether I should be transparent with my manager about my decision to delay my graduate studies. Would it be prudent to discuss my interest in a return offer with him, despite the slim chances of availability on that desired team?
Your insights or similar experiences would be immensely appreciated as I navigate this complex situation. What would you do in my shoes?
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