I just finished my master’s in CS and haven’t landed anything yet. I’m seriously considering taking an Intel manufacturing role just to get my foot in the door and then trying to pivot internally into a corporate engineering or tech role. Is that still a real pathway in 2026, or once you’re in manufacturing do you get stuck there? Has anyone actually made that jump recently, especially in semiconductor or AI-focused companies?

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There's nothing wrong with taking a job that's not ideal as long as it gets you inside an organization you'd like to work for. The main caveat is not to become complacent if you're hired and settle in and get pigeonholed. Getting in the door and being able to network internally is the general idea, if you can do that it's a good plan.

That’s true I can easily see myself getting stuck in that role. I would need to make a plan first.

It can work, but only with a clear internal transfer path and active networking from day one. Without that, people do get siloed faster than they expect.

Don't even think of step into this company, your life will gets ruined, all managers are illiterates and never let you grow in this company. Take your time and Try in different field where you will see yourself in good position.

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