Yes, I know that most of you decided to get a PhD specifically because you had an academic career in mind. But keep in mind that while you were all exposed to academic careers to some degree while in college, you might not know about the many fulfilling jobs you might have (with that PhD in hand) in the private sector, government sector, etc. I will not tell you which is best for you, but I will tell you to seriously consider all of these options when sending out applications. Read about what everyday life looks like in the different types of jobs. Think about how to prepare for the job market if you're particularly excited about a nonacademic career.
In this morning's blog entry, David Mackenzie points us to many different and useful resources focusing on jobs for development economists. Have a look here.
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