Read or keep working? Haiyou gave me some suggestions
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Simple situation: I majored in chemistry; I work at a production facility belonging to a subsidiary of Sinochem. I started working as a fresh graduate on 09/07, with a permanent position. Including all benefits (such as housing fund), my annual salary is just over 50,000. I have been working in the role of technician for 10 months now. Opportunities available: i) I was admitted to East China University of Science and Technology for a master’s degree in chemistry; it’s a joint training program with a professor and a company based in Shanghai, though it remains an academic program. ii) There is a vacancy for a workshop supervisor in the pilot plant, and my current supervisor plans to promote me to deputy supervisor to take charge of the operations. iii There is one vacancy in the Development Department; the manager talked to me and hopes I will join. iv One of the leaders at the base is my alumnus, and he wants me to take on responsibility for the ‘Pilot Production – Development Department – Workshop’ area, and later to become the head of a large-scale project workshop under him (as deputy or chief). ‘It really depends on the opportunities that arise.’ My own feeling: 1. The work in production is physically demanding but I can handle it; it’s just too monotonous. However, one needs to work hard and with dedication; those who want to become senior executives in this company must take this path. I myself also prefer to pursue further education, and my family supports this decision. Due to limited space, it’s difficult to explain everything in detail, but I’m merely stating facts without any exaggeration. I also hope that everyone will feel free to share their honest opinions
It’s a good opportunity; let’s work! By the time you graduate from graduate school, it will still take you several years to reach this level. Again, the current level of technology in our country is not impressive, so I suggest you work hard!
It’s a good opportunity; just work hard
It’s better to focus on working; if you want to study, you can do it while still working.
Opportunities come when they arise; I think you should seize work opportunities. What is the purpose of going to school? Other than acquiring more academic knowledge, isn’t that just about doing better? If one seizes the opportunity, there’s no need to have poor grades in studies; moreover, after a few years of studying, things have completely changed. If you really have a passion for reading, you can read while at work!
My experience is very similar; I’m also torn
Thank you all for your messages. I’ve decided to go study after all; I plan to leave in July. The environment here is really boring and depressing. I’ll keep pushing myself
Reply to 8# Qianxing: Are you majoring in chemistry? Please leave your QQ number; I’m also on QQ, 844378954
It’s better to keep working; I feel that what you learn in graduate school isn’t practical
Reply to 1# Moving forward: A high level of education does not necessarily guarantee good opportunities! It’s important to seize the current opportunities; if necessary, you can discuss it with your school or workplace to work full-time or part-time! It might be better for you to balance work and studies like this!