Taleya
How will having a job my first year in college effect my education.
I plan to work hard to keep money in my pocket while I'm away at school but I also want to maintain at least a 3.5 throughout my 4 years. #college #working
2 answers
Gabriel Figliuzzi
Gabriel’s Answer
Hi Taleya,
Thank you for the question. I certainly appreciate your willingness to work, attend school and save money. Personally, I would suggest not working through your first semester if you can help it. College requires a huge adjustment which will be stressful enough on its own without the pressures of work.
At the very least, though, I think you should at least give yourself a month to get somewhat adjusted to college life. After that first month, you can see how you're feeling and then slowly transition to working just a few hours a week. Then, as you get more adjusted, you can possibly pick up more hours down the road.
Oh, and don't get so caught up in balancing school and work that you forget to have some fun! =)
Having a job during college is great but I think you should focus on your studies more. It would be best if you work on campus because the hours are flexible and your employer will understand that you are a student and you need time to study. It is okay to work on campus because you do not have to worry much about transportation and you will have time to study. As a high school student with an internship, my recommendation is to be a full time student and then look for internships or campus jobs to earn money for college. Otherwise you can just apply for scholarships and do not worry about working. I am sure your college has plenty of scholarships to offer. Do look for experience such as volunteering or getting involved on campus so that way you can still have a decent looking resume.
Elena
nicole Nehmeh
nicole’s Answer
Working during college years is possible and I personally encourage it because it is part of your experience that can also help you know what you like to do and what kind of professional career you want to follow later on.
On the other hand, it can be challenging especially the first year and semester since you are entering a new environment and it can take time to adapt. I believe it is possible but the most important thing in order to achieve this is time management.