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How do I resign from my job for Grad School?

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How do I resign from my job for Grad School?

I am currently working at a call center for about a year now. I recently got accepted to a Graduate School in a different state. Although it is possible to do the job remotely, I find this job is very demanding. Like any customer service job, I have to deal with toxic or even abusive customers, and policies that contradict each other (like if a certain customer calls and asks us to book him a hotel in a sold-out area, I cannot go on breaks or end my shift until he is booked, if a call lasts five minutes past my break, then my break has to be rescheduled) is not that great for my mental health. Plus, I am a singer, and talking inbound on the phone all day wears out my voice. I feel that getting a job on campus will adapt to my schedule more and be easier for me physically and mentally. I don't start classes until late August. but how do I talk to the job to inform them of my decision?

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  1. Anonymous

    Your job probably has a handbook or personnel policies with the procedure for giving notice for termination (how long before, whether it’s in writing or email or whatever). You don’t need to “talk to them about it” otherwise. You likely just need to send an email to your supervisor saying “I am leaving my position at [Company]. My last day will be [Date]. I have appreciated the opportunity to be part of the team here.”

  2. Christi Lopez

    Whether you do it in person or via email depends on what is standard for your company. But keep it professional and simple. Say you've been accepted to graduate school and it will require your focus. You appreciate the professional learning your position has afforded, but will be resigning effective (whatever date - but I'd give two weeks' notice).

    Classes start the end of August, but you'll want to allow time to move, and you'll probably want to have a job lined up before the semester starts.

    Also, the graduate program for fine arts at my university requires the MFA students to teach some of the intro arts classes (paid, of course). You might want to talk to your advisor about employment opportunities that align with your program.

  3. Anonymous

    To resign, I agree with the others on how to bring it up. Since you are remote, it is different, so you may have to do it via email rather than in person. Check with the employee handbook for details. As the others said, keep it professional and complimentary.
    Connect early with the Career Center at your school and ask about Work/Study programs that could align with your program. I worked as a Graduate Assistant for the Academic Coaches during my last year in my doctoral program. Good luck with your new adventure. Getting job experience as a Graduate Assistant or intern can boost your resume when looking for work after graduation.

  4. Anonymous

    "I want to thank you for this opportunity. I have enjoyed my time here and have learned a lot but I now need to resign my position so I can pursue my graduate degree. My final day will be xxx, 2024."

  5. Anonymous

    This. Do not add more details.

  6. Anonymous

    You write a resignation letter and give it to them 2 weeks before your planned exit. You don’t even need to go into the details of why you are leaving. Just let them know that you are, your last date of work and thank them for the opportunity to work for them ( whether you mean it or not lol).

  7. Rebecca Lee V

    Just resign you don’t own them an explanation. Give two weeks and prepare for grad school. That will be stressful enough without dealing with a job.

    You go girl!

  8. Alexis Gladstone

    Congratulations on your grad school acceptance!

    As others have said, you have no obligation to give them a reason. It's typically considered professional to give two weeks notice. Write a letter/email to your manager and if you can, meet with them while sharing it in writing (I know with remote work, you may not be able to meet with them).

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