If you have to work your way up the chain, you'll soon understand. If you have an "in" you'll probably never be able to relate.
Best of luck on your job hunt once you graduate (not trying to be sarcastic and I really wish you good luck). I really hope you have something lined up at that time.
Sad Office Monkeys do not like to be reminded that they are responsible for their current situtation, or that they lack the gumption to step away from it.
Your original observation was correct - If one doesnt like their current state, stop grumbling and change it.