How long has ... taught/worked in vs. taught/worked at

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dshaw002

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Which is better?

I have worked at X Junior High for five years.

OR

I have worked in X Junior High for five years.


I get the feeling it's at, becaue you would say. I worked
in applied medicine (like a general branch), and for something
specific, like location, it's at.

Am I right? Are both good?

Thanks a lot.
 

Barb_D

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I would use "at."
 

sarat_106

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Which is better?

I have worked at X Junior High for five years.

OR

I have worked in X Junior High for five years.


I get the feeling it's at, becaue you would say. I worked
in applied medicine (like a general branch), and for something
specific, like location, it's at.

Am I right? Are both good?

Thanks a lot.

Yes, you are right. Both are used, it is a matter if preference. 'In X Junior High ' has the sense of 'inside' whereas 'at' is less specific and suggests that is the location of your employment.
 
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