<p>Is it true that working in a place like mcdonalds wouldn't look very good if you want to apply to graduate school?
If so, what kind of part time jobs would look good on my application if i applied to grad school?</p>
<p>I don’t think it could be a problem. Mc donald is a big Multinational, I think it could be a significant experience on you resume. Good luck!</p>
<p>My initial thought was “why would that make a difference?”</p>
<p>Seriously, not to challenge you, but in the midst of your GREs, GPA, classes, college BA/BS, recommendations, and your specific personal statement, why would a part-time or full-time job be a strike against you? No, it would be very short-sighted to discount your application because of that one aspect. </p>
<p>Concentrate on those academic things that you have control over and don’t worry about the other stuff. It would be nice if you had a job in your field (assuming the job at McD’s is not in your field) but you have plenty of anxiety already - don’t worry about having a job that Adcoms will look down on.</p>
<p>I think any job can be beneficial, such as showing that you possess a strong record of dependability, commitment, and maybe leadership. As other posts have said, you should be more focused on academic criteria.</p>
<p>Why would you even put that on your application? A part-time job at McDonald’s wouldn’t figure anywhere into a graduate school application, so it shouldn’t affect you either way.</p>
<p>I agree with Juillet. Part-time employment at McDonald’s won’t hurt you because it shouldn’t even be on a graduate school application.</p>
<p>What kind of jobs will help you? Any related to your field, especially if they involve research.</p>