Boeing vs. SunPower rotational program
I'm graduating in May from undergrad, and am evaluating two programs.
3-4 year program Puget Sound Area (Renton/Everett) 55k starting salary
Particularly attracted to the brand name, stability of career, and doors it will open in the future. Pay is a bit low but the Puget Sound region is not that expensive. Very secure, cushy job, never really more than 40 hours per week.
SunPower
2 year program Silicon Valley (San Jose) 75k starting salary
Promotion upon leaving program. Salary will scale much faster. One of the top Solar companies in the US. Lots of growth in the solar industry expected. Really excited about solar in general. Worried about not being in f500. Solar is also dependent on government policy to a degree so its risky. San Jose CoL is insane. 40 hours a week is rare, usually 50.
Which would you choose, from a purely financial/career perspective? Objectively, it's hard to decide. I think my enthusiasm for solar may be clouding my judgement. Most people in my life have never even heard of SunPower, and Boeing is seen as a very good place to work.
I would go with Boeing. You will get bored at a power company really quickly, trust me I've been there. I would also Boeing would carry more weight on a resume or applying to bschool. Boeing also recruits really smart people so you know you are working with top talent.
Thanks! Appreciate the feedback.
I think with Boeing it really depends on the team you end up at. There are lots of positions at scattered business units where career advancement will be slow.
Boeing has one of the best rotational programs out there. I'd go Boeing, no question. Solar companies will consider you as a candidate with Boeing experience down the line. It would be very hard to go in the other direction if you change your mind.
It should be noted that Boeing has two business rotation programs;
Business Career Foundation Program 2 years, 4 rotations, leadership development, prestigious, selective, promotion upon exiting program, higher starting pay.
Business Skills Rotation Program 3-4 years, 3-4 rotations, no leadership development, essentially how they hire all new business grads, no guaranteed promotion upon exiting program.
I'm evaluating the 2nd program here.
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