I skipped grad school and became a mechanic instead. I ended up getting a dream job at Tesla.

• 04/28/2024, 5:15 AM
• businessinsider.com

Courtesy of Diana Welsch

This as-told-to essay is based on a transcribed conversation with Diana Welsch about training to be a car mechanic instead of going to grad school. Business Insider has verified her income and employment. The following has been edited for length and clarity.