Dating someone in your workplace

[Jon]

Thor,

I do not recall exactly what you do for a living but I do seem to recall that you are an accomplished, mid-career professional, and we are talking about your "career" not just your "job." In such a situation, dating somebody who works with you, and particularly dating somebody who is in a subordinate position, is a risky proposition. She might not feel comfortable turning you down, she might feel awkward, and some of your co-workers might think you are exploiting your position. I know that is not what you intend to do, but it is what it might look like from the outside. My recommendation - if she is an intern, wait until the internship is over and she is not at your company anymore, then ask her out.

Note: this advice does not apply to those readers of this forum who work in fast food or retail, or who otherwise have jobs that are really a short term way to make money. By the same token, if you are somebody who works in retail or fast food, please do not advise thor to "go for it" because you have no idea what you are talking about.