"my point being that a 2000hr CFI would be in the same boat as the 250hr guy"

Both will be behind the jet. The CFI is much more well rounded as an experienced, confident, pilot. The 250hr guy brings to little to the cockpit of a jet airliner. He's being babysat and will learn, but will not be able to offer much to his Capt. And no, it's really not something I've personally had to face, either, but I've flown with new F/O's before, and been one, and in both cases I was very grateful for the years of experience brought to the cockpit.

It's funny how the folks who are cool with low time, are low time.

"I dont see how being an MEI is going to help him become a better First Officer"

"I am in the same deliema. Trying to decide to apply with an airline now or Flight Instruct for a while."

This totally proves my point....

I mean no disrespect. But until ones a 121 Capt having to fly with a 250 hour F/O, I'm not sure one will "get it".

And saying "You're at Brown, so it's not your problem" hardly means that those of us that care about this profession should just keep quiet about it.