Accept IT helpdesk position or continue studying?
Hi, I’m 19F and just completed 2 IT certs at TAFE:
- cert 3 Cyber Security
- cert 4 Web Development
Just went for my first proper job interview at a MSP for a full-time Helpdesk role, and happened to land it! I’m so stoked that they want to take me on. Seems like a good company with almost 1500 employees across AUS and offer many career progression pathways.
I just feel as though I’m not ready for this yet. It sounds scary stepping into a full-time job, and I feel like I should still be studying at this age like all my friends in uni.
At the same time, I know the IT job market is very rough at the moment, and coming across an opportunity like this is probably very rare. I think the hardest part must be getting your foot in the door as someone with no IT job experience. And the things I’ll learn on the job will be extremely valuable compared to another TAFE certification.
What do you think, should I take the offer and start building my career? Or should I continue to build my theoretical knowledge through study for a bit longer?
I’d love to hear all of your thoughts and advice!