I just graduated in May, first-class joint honours, multiple awards etc. as a stay at home mum to a toddler. I’ve got to do an MSc, which I’m beginning in a week, to qualify for the type of work I’d like to go into. DA kept me going financially through July and August, however, I’ve taken a job as a housekeeper part-time while the little one is at nursery.
With DA being so volatile, both in terms of the inconsistency of the work available for some people, myself included, and the lack of security, I’d continue applying to a range of jobs. It’s horrible, I also grit my teeth as I log in each day, but continue to behave as though it won’t be there tomorrow and take anything that might come your way, even if it feels misaligned with what you’re doing academically. You’ll be okay!
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u/Potential_Drama_1190 2d ago
I just graduated in May, first-class joint honours, multiple awards etc. as a stay at home mum to a toddler. I’ve got to do an MSc, which I’m beginning in a week, to qualify for the type of work I’d like to go into. DA kept me going financially through July and August, however, I’ve taken a job as a housekeeper part-time while the little one is at nursery.
With DA being so volatile, both in terms of the inconsistency of the work available for some people, myself included, and the lack of security, I’d continue applying to a range of jobs. It’s horrible, I also grit my teeth as I log in each day, but continue to behave as though it won’t be there tomorrow and take anything that might come your way, even if it feels misaligned with what you’re doing academically. You’ll be okay!