Am I being too picky, especially now?

[BleedBurgundy]

Originally Posted by Daseal

Well, I know the perks of one company more than another. Cool people, nice work environment, tons of work. During the recession they've decided to expand and gain a larger market share. This employer will not be cutting back. They're opening a new facility in the area soon and it's at least 1-1.5 years of constant work before they even thought about down sizing.

However, if I'm offered the other job (interviewing later this week) then I'll take it purely for the security clearance. It's just too much to pass up. It's only a secret, but they always do the leg work for the TS so I think I could transition pretty quick from secret to TS. Perhaps one of you gov't contractor types could tell me for sure. The job is also far more challenging and interesting at the other company. I don't want to be a computer bitch my whole career, I'd like to eventually transfer more into the business sector so I can talk to people!

Here's another question for you guys. The company I interned at gave me a call today. I didn't pick up the phone. What should I say when I call them back if they offer it to me and I want to interview/wait to see if the other company makes an offer? Is that considered poor conduct? Sorry for the questions, I don't have much experience in this type of stuff!

You tell them that you appreciate the opportunity and that you have several offers on the table. Tell them you would like a week(or two if you think it will take this long to hear back from job #2) to make your decision. They should understand that. It also opens the door for negotiation as they know they're not your only option.