Does anyone still feel as though they are
not sure about what they want to do when they graduate? Because after almost 4 years at university it has finally hit me that life out of university is right around the corner.
I was never the type of person to know
exactly what I wanted to be when I grew up. When I left school I thought that I
really wanted to be a physiotherapist. But alas that dream lasted one semester
before I realized that I definitely was not cut out for the medical world.
So after a lot of hard thinking, I decided
that maybe I should put my good attributes to use. Public Relations and Events
Management seemed like a sure fit and I have thoroughly enjoyed the past few
years of studying and work experience.
However this is where the next problem
starts. Who knew that having this degree would open so many doors and lead down
so many different paths? There are so many possibilities and different paths
that I could take when I graduate. Do I want to plan small events or large
festivals? Do I want to do consulting? Do I want to work in the not-for-profit
sector?
As Im nearing the end of my internship, one thing I do feel sure about however is that
I want to go into work in the not-for-profit sector. Working at Momentum Forum
Events on the various charity events that are held yearly have definitely
opened my eyes to the amazing work that can be done by the hardworking people working in the public relations and events management sector. There is a giant need for raising awareness and funds and gaining support for
the many different people who need our help and our voice in society and public relations
and events management is the perfect way to achieve these goals. While many
people see this as a very fickle and selfish line of work, it is good to know
that we actually have the ability to make a huge difference in the lives of many
others.
Has anyone felt confused like this as they are
nearing the ends of their degree? I’d be interested to hear if anyone has also
felt as though they are still very unsure of their futures. I'd also be interested to hear about what field everyone has thought about working in and why?
Until next time,
Taila
