Post-graduation internships—especially unpaid ones—are generally considered taboo.

After all, that’s what summer vacations are for: working at internships in which one brownnoses incessantly in order to easily secure a job post graduation.

However, with the economy in a state of disarray, graduating Dartmouth seniors are readying themselves for disappointment, readying themselves for yet another internship.

Oh, the horror!

The Dartmouth explains:

The report noted that companies are growing more hesitant, often offering students internships rather than full-time positions, according to the Chronicle. In many cases, companies are using internships as a recruiting tool in order to position promising interns for full-time employment.

[…] Students are, however, becoming more flexible in the job options they consider, Wilson said. In addition to considering various offers, students are also less concerned about geographical placement.

“My sense is that students are more flexible in considering various locations,” she said. “I think it’s just natural that, when the job market tightens, people are willing to look at other locations.”

Ah, it’s not so bad, everyone.

Sure, this means you’re in for another few months of indentured servitude, waiting hand-and-foot for an entry-level schmuck with a chip on his shoulder.

But, think about it:

After the internship ends, you may get hired! Then, you’ll be the schmuck, when the cycle begins anew for the subsequent graduates.