When I started my graduate program at the University of
North Dakota, I was absolutely convinced that I would leave the program with a
job in Fraternity/Sorority Life or Student Activities and would work at a
small, private school in the Midwest. Only a year and a half later, and my how
things have changed. As I have progressed through the job search process, I
have found myself thinking a lot about fit and what that really means. My
functional area focus has changed to Career Development and even halfway
through my search, the institution type and location is still up in the air.
Attending a small, private school for undergrad, I could not
have imagined working at any other type of institution. I loved the connection
I had with my campus and community. I loved being able to walk across campus
and at least recognizing every face I saw. I loved knowing our college
president on a personal level, even as a student. Now here I am, applying to
work at some of the largest universities in the country. I have found that for
me and my work, “fit” is more about the position than it is the institutional
type or size. I want to be in a position where I know I will be able to learn
and grow through my work.
I attended The Placement Exchange (TPE) just a couple of
weeks ago where I interviewed with some institutions that I absolutely LOVE.
Being open to the type of institution has caused some great anxiety in my
search process. At the larger, public universities I have interviewed with, the
positions are entry-level career consultant jobs whereas at the smaller,
private universities, many of the positions are assistant director level. The
positions at the larger universities have staffs of up to 25 while at the
smaller, I could be 1 of 2 staff members. I have been struggling to determine
which type of position is best suited for me. I can see benefits to both types
of institutions and roles, but I am now searching deep to find where I best fit
for my personal and professional growth. I know that everything will work out
the way it is meant to, but I am really looking forward to the day when I can
cross the finish line and take the first step in my professional career.
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