Summer Employment Thoughts

[WNY964x4]

As I sit here awake , my mind is going a mile a minute , i got offered my old job back for the summer again , until i go back for a third year at college , but then i have this opportunity to work this other great job. The thoughts that are keeping my mind racing is the thought of being so far away from home for so long , and in a totally new environment. To explain these feelings let me state that i was basically a miracle for my parents , mom had 4 miscarriages before i was born and 3 after i was born , so she was always protective , not over protective , but protective. The furthest and longest i have been away from home by myself was 3 days in south jersey. This job i have the opportunity to work is 2000 miles away and for the entire summer. It is an easy decision to make , i want to do this , but i dont know what it is gonna be like , being away from my family and friends for that long , and with out either of my Ranger's.

i guess these are just the words of someone who has alot on their mind at the current time


and an FYI , the job i have the ability to take is as an Auto Technician and Wrecker Operator for Yellowstone Park Service Stations.

 

[brendank]

Do it.

I was in a similar situation about 3 years ago, and I chose to take the job that meant I would be busy with work all summer, and away from friends & family. Easily the best job related decision I have ever made. Kept my mind on work, and I am now done university with no loans, money in the bank, and a bunch of assets that most other recent graduates don't have.

Think about it...your friends and family aren't going to forget about you. They'll still be there when you get back. It's an opportunity to do something that you normally wouldn't do, and to step outside of your comfort zone.

 

[WNY964x4]

Do it.

I was in a similar situation about 3 years ago, and I chose to take the job that meant I would be busy with work all summer, and away from friends & family. Easily the best job related decision I have ever made. Kept my mind on work, and I am now done university with no loans, money in the bank, and a bunch of assets that most other recent graduates don't have.

Think about it...your friends and family aren't going to forget about you. They'll still be there when you get back. It's an opportunity to do something that you normally wouldn't do, and to step outside of your comfort zone.

that is one of the reasons i want to do it , yes , my job last summer was fun , yes there was alot of work , but because the company did not pay their bills , we could not get parts , this job starts off kinda slow , but then once it picks up you are busy as all hell

and that is the second reason , i realize that i need to get away and out of my WNY bubble , explore some of the country

 

[crusin93]

Sounds like an adventure. Life is all about choices. Hopefully more good than bad. This sounds like an oppurtuinity that not only adds to your resume but also your independence. A good choice. In 5 years you may not have the flexibility to take a summer job in Yellowstone. I say go for it, for fear of regret.

 

[Toms01PSD]

Being the same age, I know how you feel. I hated being away from my family/home the first few times I traveled, I felt home sick. Ever since those first few times, it doesn't bother me anymore. It's nice to get out of your comfort zone and explore what life is.

Remember one thing though: they are only a phone call away.

 

[hoosier1104]

If you let fear run your life, you will fail to live a fulfilling life. Do not take that out of context please. I was nervous as well when the day came for me to go to boot camp but I had a positive mind set and did the damn thing.

My advice is do it or you will regret it.

 

[bmonee5]

If you go do it then come home and regret it at least you won't have to think, " what if? ". You only live once so i say go out of your comfort zone and take that job!

 

[Ronv]

By all means ,"TAKE IT". You will not only expand your experiences but will make new friends and acquaintances that will be remembered for the rest of your life. Great to come home with and tell your friends and loved ones about.
A fringe benefit very well could be having the chance to work on some very unusual specialized equipment that could only be found at the park.
Wish you the best and good luck

RonV

 

[88_Eddie]

i would take a job as a janitor if it was out in yellowstone.

this is just for the summer that you'll be so far away? thats like 3 months. i lived 500 miles from home during and after college for about 7 years. i know it aint as far as 2000 miles, but i was still out there by myself, with no family closer than 8-9 hours. i know how you're feeling, i could only see my family on holidays when i would go home, about 3 times a year.

the benefits should out weigh any fears you have. bottom line, it's work experience, i graduated 2 years ago and i have been out of work for a year. everywhere i apply, they say i dont have enough experience. do it.

but hey, if you dont take it, you can def refer me for it. i could get away from the wife for a few months lol

 

[WNY964x4]

basically i am gonna take it as soon as i get the email offering me the job , i think all they have to do is a background check because the chair of my department - who has worked there the past 5 summers - called them yesterday to give them his okay to hire me as long as my background check comes up clean , which it will. When i was talking to him about going and how interested i am , he asked what two teachers would back me up as a candidate for this , when i told him the 2 , he said those are the two best to have , he went and talked to both , then came and told me that he called the people out there and said i would be a good candidate , so as soon as they run the background check i will get an email , and if they offer me the job i am goin west !!!!!

 

[Mac]

I'd sure say good choice. The more different experiences you have really helps. You'll be doing and seeing a lot of things other people just read about. Some events are once in a life time chances, suck up all you can and for sure, enjoy it out there!
Dave

 

[backroad101]

Do it.

I was in a similar situation about 3 years ago, and I chose to take the job that meant I would be busy with work all summer, and away from friends & family. Easily the best job related decision I have ever made. Kept my mind on work, and I am now done university with no loans, money in the bank, and a bunch of assets that most other recent graduates don't have.

Think about it...your friends and family aren't going to forget about you. They'll still be there when you get back. It's an opportunity to do something that you normally wouldn't do, and to step outside of your comfort zone.

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