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Miaplacidus · 18th Jul 2008, 12:55 AM

So I was talking to an older student at uni the other day, and he told me that the career I chose (industrial chemist) has a 100% unemployment rate in Uruguay... that basically means that what I love is useless here.

That implies that I'll have to emigrate once I get my degree, otherwise I'll be stuck with a low-paying job doing something other than what I got prepared for.

Now I see why there are so few students going for this career choice (less than 5% at the Faculty of Chemistry)...

TheSuburbian · 18th Jul 2008, 01:01 AM

If you love it, go for it! He may not be right, and if you must emigrate, there's always the good ol' USA, which you may want to stay away from if McCain wins the elections.

**Helen** · 18th Jul 2008, 01:06 AM

Come to Dubai ^_^

Actually...don't. It's not very nice in Dubai.

Have you ever considered the UK?

Miaplacidus · 18th Jul 2008, 02:29 AM

I'm considering Canada at the moment.

The UK has just adopted very restrictive immigration policies like the rest of the EU, and the USA aren't welcoming to anyone from here. And if McCain wins...

TheSuburbian · 18th Jul 2008, 02:33 AM

Ugh, go canada. o_o

Poring · 18th Jul 2008, 02:40 AM

Well I'd rather migrate and find something I will love doing for the rest of my life rather than just staying where you are now, find a pretty normal job and end up hating it for the rest of my life.

If you're really interested in something, stick to it and you'll succeed!

**Jim1454** · 18th Jul 2008, 07:21 AM

I have trouble believing that there isn't a single 'industrial chemist' role in any company anywhere in Uruguay. Be careful where you get those kind of statistics from... It's from an older student (who perhaps hasn't 'made it' in the job market) and is somewhat cynical about the opportunities available.

I think it's important to do what you like. However, if there is an opportunity to generalize a little bit it might leave a few more doors open to you. No matter what field you go into, you're never guaranteed a job. Your attitude counts for a lot too. Plus, employers will look for examples where you've demonstrated character traits that they are looking for - but those don't necessarily have to be in a paying job situation. You can demonstrate those qualities through school clubs and other extracurricular activities (like, oh, I don't know, being the editor of an online magazine!).

So don't give up just yet. Start up a chemistry club. Invite speakers from industry to come and talk to the club. You'll be developing contacts in industry that could translate into job opportunities, or at least mentoring opportunities.

photosaurusrex · 18th Jul 2008, 08:00 AM

The UK might have stricter immigration policies now, but if you can prove you're bringing something constructive with your degree etc they're more likely to let you in.

the reason for the policies is because there have been lots of people coming in ot the UK who don't speak English and just take benefits etc

so we're getting stricter

thing is you speak very good english and you're coming here to pursue a career so you shouldn't have a problem

xx

beckyg · 18th Jul 2008, 09:24 AM

Well if this is true it could be a blessing in disguise. You've been wanting to get out of that place for a long time! To prove to immigration that there is no work in your field where you live will better your chances!

Beebo · 18th Jul 2008, 01:21 PM

Becky has a good point there. So does Jim. Canada will have lots of opportunities for you.

18th Jul 2008, 07:49 PM

Do what you want to do since so many people regret not doing it when they get older.

Kimi · 18th Jul 2008, 11:59 PM

Yup.

Even if you thought you'd like the job when you are getting one but sometimes you will find yourself absolutely hating it

Like me for instance

18th Jul 2008, 12:55 AM	#1
Miaplacidus Cheshire Cat Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gayer than not Out Status: Everyone who asks Location: Atlantida, Uruguay Age: 22 Posts: 5,080 Join Date: Feb 2007	I got into the wrong career... So I was talking to an older student at uni the other day, and he told me that the career I chose (industrial chemist) has a 100% unemployment rate in Uruguay... that basically means that what I love is useless here. That implies that I'll have to emigrate once I get my degree, otherwise I'll be stuck with a low-paying job doing something other than what I got prepared for. Now I see why there are so few students going for this career choice (less than 5% at the Faculty of Chemistry)... __________________ We are all mad here.

18th Jul 2008, 01:01 AM	#2
TheSuburbian Can't help himself. Regular Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: St. Louis West County, Missouri Age: 19 Posts: 193 Join Date: Jul 2008	Re: I got into the wrong career... If you love it, go for it! He may not be right, and if you must emigrate, there's always the good ol' USA, which you may want to stay away from if McCain wins the elections. __________________ PMs are appreciated, but not required. They help me remember that random people still care.

18th Jul 2008, 01:06 AM	#3
Helen Empty Closets Mod EC Moderator Gender: Female Orientation: Bisexual Out Status: Inconsequential if people know. Location: York, United Kingdom Age: 19 Posts: 2,101 Join Date: Mar 2008	Re: I got into the wrong career... Come to Dubai ^_^ Actually...don't. It's not very nice in Dubai. Have you ever considered the UK? __________________ I want a window where I can see a tree, or even water... (....and the lesbians)

18th Jul 2008, 02:29 AM	#4
Miaplacidus Cheshire Cat Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gayer than not Out Status: Everyone who asks Location: Atlantida, Uruguay Age: 22 Posts: 5,080 Join Date: Feb 2007	Re: I got into the wrong career... I'm considering Canada at the moment. The UK has just adopted very restrictive immigration policies like the rest of the EU, and the USA aren't welcoming to anyone from here. And if McCain wins... __________________ We are all mad here.

18th Jul 2008, 02:33 AM	#5
TheSuburbian Can't help himself. Regular Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: St. Louis West County, Missouri Age: 19 Posts: 193 Join Date: Jul 2008	Re: I got into the wrong career... Ugh, go canada. o_o __________________ PMs are appreciated, but not required. They help me remember that random people still care.

18th Jul 2008, 02:40 AM	#6
Poring EC Addict Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Not out at all Location: Somewhere in Asia :o Age: 19 Posts: 399 Join Date: May 2008	Re: I got into the wrong career... Well I'd rather migrate and find something I will love doing for the rest of my life rather than just staying where you are now, find a pretty normal job and end up hating it for the rest of my life. If you're really interested in something, stick to it and you'll succeed! __________________ rawr :3

18th Jul 2008, 07:21 AM	#7
Jim1454 EC 'Dad' EC Advisor Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Toronto Age: 41 Posts: 7,445 Join Date: Mar 2007	Re: I got into the wrong career... I have trouble believing that there isn't a single 'industrial chemist' role in any company anywhere in Uruguay. Be careful where you get those kind of statistics from... It's from an older student (who perhaps hasn't 'made it' in the job market) and is somewhat cynical about the opportunities available. I think it's important to do what you like. However, if there is an opportunity to generalize a little bit it might leave a few more doors open to you. No matter what field you go into, you're never guaranteed a job. Your attitude counts for a lot too. Plus, employers will look for examples where you've demonstrated character traits that they are looking for - but those don't necessarily have to be in a paying job situation. You can demonstrate those qualities through school clubs and other extracurricular activities (like, oh, I don't know, being the editor of an online magazine!). So don't give up just yet. Start up a chemistry club. Invite speakers from industry to come and talk to the club. You'll be developing contacts in industry that could translate into job opportunities, or at least mentoring opportunities. __________________ Jim "It is never too late to be what you might have been."

18th Jul 2008, 08:00 AM	#8
photosaurusrex T-Rex and the Photosaurs Full Member Gender: Female Orientation: Bisexual Out Status: All but family Location: London // Manchester Age: 23 Posts: 120 Join Date: Jul 2008	Re: I got into the wrong career... The UK might have stricter immigration policies now, but if you can prove you're bringing something constructive with your degree etc they're more likely to let you in. the reason for the policies is because there have been lots of people coming in ot the UK who don't speak English and just take benefits etc so we're getting stricter thing is you speak very good english and you're coming here to pursue a career so you shouldn't have a problem xx __________________ I'm Kat. Hello! Come and say hi to me =] I don't bite!

18th Jul 2008, 09:24 AM	#9
beckyg PFLAG Mom Community Liaison Gender: Female Orientation: Straight Out Status: Out to everyone/Yes, parents come out too! Location: Middle of Oregon Age: 50 Posts: 7,572 Join Date: Mar 2007	Re: I got into the wrong career... Well if this is true it could be a blessing in disguise. You've been wanting to get out of that place for a long time! To prove to immigration that there is no work in your field where you live will better your chances! __________________ "When we're free to love anyone we choose, When this worlds big enough for all different views, When we're all free to worship from our own kind of pew, Then we shall be free" ~ Garth Brooks

18th Jul 2008, 01:21 PM	#10
Beebo the cat what has facial hair. Full Member Gender: MAN Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Toronto Age: 23 Posts: 893 Join Date: Feb 2008	Re: I got into the wrong career... Becky has a good point there. So does Jim. Canada will have lots of opportunities for you. __________________ New Song up. a rough version of "The Ghost of Adam".(I will be adding more.)

18th Jul 2008, 07:49 PM	#11
smilealways Guest Posts: n/a	Re: I got into the wrong career... Do what you want to do since so many people regret not doing it when they get older.

18th Jul 2008, 11:59 PM	#12
Kimi EC's Biggest Horndog Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: A few people Location: Japan Age: 22 Posts: 3,017 Join Date: Feb 2007	Re: I got into the wrong career... Yup. Even if you thought you'd like the job when you are getting one but sometimes you will find yourself absolutely hating it Like me for instance __________________ AMAZINGLY, I GET HOTTER WITH MY CLOTHES OFF

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