<p>So I recently got a referral for a consulting firm that does Educational and Health Care consulting services. I wound up applying for a few of the entry level positions online. My contact sent my resume through and I got an interview, however the interview is with a position I feel like I am not as qualified for, because it deals with health care rather than education. I told my contact what my interests were (higher education) and my resume is much, much more tailored towards that. Should I tell the HR rep that I would prefer to be considered for the other position? I mean I am qualified for all of them on a basic level, but the position in education is my more aligned to my interests and strengths.</p>
<p>It is easier to manauver yourself within a company than outside of it.</p>
<p>Yeah, take whatever job they offer you - that’s priority #1.</p>
<p>After you prove you’re a good employee you can make some lateral moves.</p>
<p>You can’t really be that unqualified for an entry level position.</p>
<p>^^^^ Of course you can be.</p>
<p>Take the offer. Work hard. After a few months, inquire about positions in the education area.</p>