SeaweedCapable1613's journey

I completed a 13-month internship at a major pharmaceutical company in Canada, where I consistently received positive feedback from my manager. After my internship ended, I was offered a 9-month extension, but when I inquired about converting to a permanent role, I was informed there was no headcount available. My manager did support me by allowing me to remove the 'intern' title from my resume for future job applications. I applied for two internal positions, following company policy which required me to inform my manager first. He was supportive and reassured me that they were working towards securing a permanent position for me, stating that if I stayed with the team long enough, I would eventually get one. Recently, a position opened up after a team member was let go, and I assumed it would be offered to me, but it ended up going to another department. While my manager is genuinely nice and supportive, I can't help but feel that I might be receiving empty promises. I am the most productive member of the team, yet I often hear comments about my age, which makes me wonder if there's some bias at play. With my internship ending in December, I have about six months left and I'm seeking advice on how to navigate this situation.