<p>Which would be a better entry-level job for a college graduate?</p>
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<p>Smith Barney -</p>
<p>-- I would help one of the financial advisor's with various office duties</p>
<p>Pros:</p>
<ul>
<li><p>Reputable Company</p></li>
<li><p>Easy Commute</p></li>
</ul>
<p>Negatives:</p>
<ul>
<li><p>Lower Pay</p></li>
<li><p>Role seems like a glorified secretary</p></li>
</ul>
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<p>NYC Office of Management and Budget</p>
<p>-- I would be an an analyst and help develop and implement the City's budget</p>
<p>Pros:</p>
<ul>
<li><p>Good Benefits/Pay</p></li>
<li><p>Seems like I would get good experience</p></li>
</ul>
<p>Negatives:</p>
<ul>
<li>Public Sector (Worried about it being harder to get back into the private sector or MBA programs)</li>
</ul>
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<p>What would you recommend? Thank you.</p>