If you’re like me, the
idea of settling into a career after graduation can be intimidating. Not that I
don’t want to find the right career for me, I’m just not sure I will want to do it right away.
The fact of the matter is,
as a new grad, you are at your prime right now to discover the world. Now more then ever is it accessible for you to do so. Here
is a quick list of alternatives after graduation:
1)
Take a gap year.
We all know of somebody who has taken the world by storm, hopped on a plane to
a foreign country to travel, volunteer, or sometimes work. It may take some
planning and saving but the cultural awareness and worldly views that you will
obtain may be one of the greatest experiences of your life. There are many ways
you can go abroad and many programs you can do this through. Here are a few
favourites:
2)
Freelance.
Freelancing is another way to gain experience outside of the typical 9-5 job. If
you are a freelancer it means that you are your own agent, you create your own
market, and you provide clients with the services you would like to give. Some
popular industries for freelancers are graphic design, web development,
branding, and information technology. Freelancing is a good way to network and
figure out where you would like to find a career. You have the unique ability
to work at your own pace and only do projects that interest you.
3)
Go for a paid
internship. Many people use internships as a way of getting out of their towns
and experiencing a new one. Internships last anywhere from 6-16 months and they
give you a good chance to see if that kind of job is right for you. Internships
can also be rewarding for building your network. The more people you know, the
more jobs you will be aware of.
You've worked hard for the last four years, and taking some time to gain real world
experience can really be beneficial in the long run. Experience culture; experience the new borderless world that lies ahead. If you aren't going to do
it now, then when will you!
Alysha-Lynn Kooter, Career/Graphics and Promotions Assistant, 3rd Year Education and Visual Arts
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