Friday, 15 April

So I decided what to do about this wondering. I wrote the CEO, Director of HR and Director of Development a letter indicating my intent to stay. Here is it:

Dear Powers That Be,

According to my academic calendar, my last official day as Intern is April 25th, though I have every intention and plan to remain here (as a volunteer) until the 28th. While not required academically, a letter to my Intern Coordinator confirming "completion of assignment" would be greatly appreciated. I ask no more of you in order that I receive credit for my internship. If needed, I'll be happy to provide details of the various tasks I've completed here, as a "Direct Supervisor" would be difficult to pinpoint, and the letter could likely be signed by a number of Directors and Staff Members, and maintain its integrity. :)

As for my future plans, well, they include the Partnership. I am leaving for Florida (and Commencement) the 4th of May and returning the 10th, but will be available as soon as the 16th. I know that technically I am leaving this job, but I'm hopeful that my run with the Partnership is far from over.

I have worn many hats in my stint with the Partnership: Temp, Intern, and Volunteer. Evolutionarily speaking, it looks like I'm evolving away from my ideal headgear, the sort that comes with a dental plan and a place on the PFTH Phone List. But I assure you, six months’ experience with the Partnership before being hired was all part of my plan.

Through the course of my stay here, I have informally expressed both my pleasure working with this organization and my desire to continue working here on a permanent basis. Please consider this email formal notice, to be followed by a cover letter and an updated résumé if requested.

Thank you,

Erin Mulligan

Now, I wait.

7 hours.