Unemployed Graduate
Even though I have a job, it isn’t in my field, so I guess you could call me an unemployed graduate. So about 3 years ago I graduated from university with a highly specialised degree, a Bachelor of Nanotechnology. When I was figuring out which degree to apply for no one told me to think about a degree that would secure me a good job, they just told me to go for what ever interests me.
So now 3 years later, I am an unemployed graduate, still looking for a job in my field. I make decent money as a bar tender, and to be honest I have only recently started looking for work in my field. But still, its a tough market out there man.
Straight after I finished my degree I went travelling for a bit, saw the world and all that. Took a break from life for a while. But now that I am trying to get back in again I am realising how difficult it really is. As an unemployed graduate, who has been out of the game for a few years, it has proven near on impossible to get a job. Like I said, I make good money bar tending, but it is definitely time to step it up a gear and progress with my career.
I have just started earning money online, which is a nice little bonus, but I’m not here to talk about that. (If you want more info click the link).
What I would really love is to hear from anyone else that is having similar problems? Am I the only one? What am I doing wrong here? As an unemployed graduate, the world certainly seems pretty tough right now.
-Glenn
Unemployed Graduate
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Glenn, I’m pretty sure this is why graduate school was invented; it is certainly one of the huge motivators in why I decided to go to grad school. You think nanotechnology is a tough market – try and find a job in philosophy
There is an increase in grad school applicants because the job market is tight. I’m not so sure though, that bar tending is such a bad gig. If you like writing then you’re building up lots of material for a novel some day; I’m guessing there has to be some tips involved; you get to meet a cross-section of humanity…are you ready for a change or are you feeling guilty because nanotechnology wasn’t necessary for your current work?
Um I think a little bit of both. But I feel like graduate school pushes you in the direction of an academic career and not towards the industry side? At least thats the way it is in science and engineering.
Some science and engineering people use grad school as a catalyst towards upper management in companies that want people who can transition from R&D into managers. Not that I’m suggesting grad school as a thing people should pursue -eek gads no!
Just that currently I work at a science and tech school and while some of our grads go into academics, others go to work for NASA, DOW chemical, etc.
Sounds though like you want to be a your own boss and that will lead you in a whole other direction – good luck!
oh sweet, yeh obviously one day I would like to be my own boss, in whatever field, But my friend owns her own small company in the science sector, that it what I would aim towards
Now, I don’t know where you live, but Bell Helicopter is constantly hiring undergrads and gruduate students (mainly from universities in the area, but you never know).
http://www.bellhelicopter.com/en_US/Company/OurLocations/AmarilloTX/Amarillo_TX.html
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Now, I don’t know where you live, but if you’re intersted…Bell Helicopter is constantly hiring undergrads and graduate students (mainly from around the area universities).
Not to be pessimistic, but trying to start your own business with no actual experience might be difficult. I leave you the link to Bell Helicopter. I think it would provide experience and their pay is more than I would like right now!
Good luck!
-Yara
(An undergraduate that also needs the hands on experience)
http://www.bellhelicopter.com/en_US/Company/OurLocations/AmarilloTX/Amarillo_TX.html
I’d have to disagree — I would not call you an unemployed graduate. It’s tough not being able to find a job in your field right away, but you’re lucky to at least have a job somewhere that is bringing in some income — that qualifies as “employed!” There are plenty of people out there who don’t even have that.
I think many recent grads are struggling to find a career or a job of any kind, so you’re definitely not the only one. Best of luck!
Well I know how you feel. My son recently graduating from college, and has not found the perfect job he has been educated for, so is presently working at Walmart, until something better opens up, I will keep you in my heart and prayers!
thanks!!
It is a declining market for college grads and will be much worse shortly. Many degrees are no longer much of an asset. I once shared your situation, but with two degrees and four kids when the economy struggled for a while. My priceless advice (worth every penny!):
1. If you might want to open a bar, study bar/restaurant operations and learn all you can on the job. Turn your customers into a network so far as that’s possible. Make your boss feel he/she/it can rely on you safely. If you never want to see the inside of a bar again after you’re done there, do the same.
2. If you have a calling from on high for high tech, talk to human resources folk at representative possible employers; find out what they’re actually looking for when they hire and acquire it plus the means to show that you have acquired it. That may be an advanced degree. If you can’t expect top grades for advanced studies, forget it and reconsider the bar or some other milieu for which you can prepare yourself.
3. If you think of self-employment, line up what you’re good at against market niches where those skills apply and research what is needed.
4. If you want to invent something or create something you’ve thought of, what’s holding back? Overcome it and go!
But you know all that…just keep reminding yourself to get off your butt and keep pushing until it’s time for retirement or you keel over…Bon voyage!
Thanks for the advice!! Im actually setting up some meetings with some human resources people for next month.
Thanks for the follow, and best of luck in finding a job you love. I think this economy will beat the life out of many young people, so you have the potential to be one of the successful ones. My best advice: believe in yourself even when nobody else does. You’ve already accomplished a great deal–those photos on your About page are AWESOME!
thanks for the encouragement!!
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You and me both!
In 2012 I graduated with a Masters degree in Development and International Relations and a BA in English, languages and Internationals studies and I cannot for the life of me find a field related job! At the moment I’ve just been offered a job as a night school teacher two times a week….So not how I saw my future playing out for me….
Stupid recession!
Hopefully, we will both find a kick ass job that…if karma is on our side for once, will be somewhat career related or at least make us happy!
Good luck! I’m crossing my fingers for us both!
Good luck to you too!!
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