At least there's one place in America that's wearing like Teflon through the recession: Washington, D.C. Most corners of the economy may be struggling, but in the nation's capital it's boom times, baby.
There are a few advantages in working for the government, including job security, and good pay and benefits.
For a young professional, there is something even more valuable. While performance is important, profits are not a primary motive for most government organizations. Because of this, young professionals are more likely to be able to develop their talents in lower stress situations.
And, as the above article points out, the government is adding jobs, while the rest of the economy is shedding them.
To see what types of jobs are out there, go to usajobs.gov.
In response to the post, I found this article from the Newton Daily News from Jasper County, Iowa.
ReplyDeleteWASHINGTON — Senator Chuck Grassley today encouraged young Iowans interested in government to apply for fall internships in his Washington, D.C. and Iowa district offices. The fall session begins on August 24 and lasts until December 18.
"Internships offer both real-world work experience and a close-up view of how our federal legislative process works," Grassley said. “Interns play a vital role in the function of my office. I hope all interested college students or recent graduates apply.”