I am applying for jobs because of some family changes coming up in the next month or two and these jobs are things like case manager, family support specialist, unit clerk at a hospital etc...basically lower pay type jobs. The reason for this is because I just need a job to make a little money and gain some work experience but also because I am not going to keep it long term most likely about a year or so because I will be starting internships etc for my program. So the question is, if you were applying for these type of jobs would you leave off the fact that you are currently enrolled in a masters program or would you include it? I mean I don't technically have the degree yet only working toward it. I am just not sure if this would turn off potential employers because they know I won't stay or think I am way over qualified. Or the other way around and think hey she is a go getter lets hire her!! So opinions? Any of you deal with hiring? What are your thoughts? Thanks!
If I was hiring (and I do), I would ask what your intention would be when you graduate. I think it would lead to more questions.
But how would you feel if I said that I was intending to go into my field? aka leaving that jobs in about 1.5 years?
Leave it off. I actually got hired as a unit clerk for OB. Took me 3 rounds of applications. First 2 I had grad school on there, last one I didn't. In fact, I dumbed down my entire application and got a call asap. Hospitals like things cut and dry.
Ha see this was my thinking..I left it off at the hospital that I applied for 3 jobs at...I have placed on it all other jobs I have applied for recently (about 20!) so I wonder if I will get a call.....
I don't see much value in placing programs enrolled in but not yet completed on a resume unless you are about to finish and are applying for a job in that particular field. 2014 is still a long way off.
I'm normally in favor of 100% disclosure, but unless you're applying for a job where your future Master's degree and the associated education & training would be perceived as a benefit (Bachelor's-level mental health technician for example), I concur with my colleagues and advise not mentioning it.
Yes, but then job-hopping is more acceptable now than it used to be. Are people really hiring for entry-level expecting them to stay for long periods?
Bingo... If I had an applicant who had a work history with an entry level job they are at for years I might be concerned.
Bruce this is exactly what I had decided to do not point in telling it if it doesn't really apply to the job anyway.