I finished my CS degree in 2024 from IIT Gandhinagar, but I still haven’t found a job. It’s clear why so many graduates go for master’s programs right after - maybe they know something I don’t.
I’ve been working hard to find data science and machine learning jobs, but it’s been tough. I’m unemployed right now, stuck sending out applications, getting no replies, or being turned down because I don’t have enough experience. I’ve been checking LinkedIn and Instahyre a lot, looking for entry-level jobs that want 0-1 years of experience, but I hardly get any responses.
To stay in the game, I’ve taken some online courses and made several projects, always trying to create something new to show. But it feels like companies only want people with experience, not fresh graduates like me. I remember people saying during the recession that jobs would come back soon, but now it’s clear those opportunities are mostly for people who already have work experience, not newbies.
The stress is the hardest part. Every day, I feel less confident, especially with advice or comments from family or friends that hurt, even if they don’t mean to. Seeing classmates who got internships or campus jobs move forward while I can’t even get an interview makes me wonder if I did something wrong.
I keep applying, updating my resume with new skills and words I’ve learned, and working on projects I found online or improved myself, hoping something will catch someone’s eye. But so far, nothing has happened. I’m trying to stay hopeful, but it’s tiring.
Did I make a mistake not going for MS? Have I wasted an entire year?
A job is always the next step away but you don't know when that next step occurs. Resume not getting attention or no replies from recruiters is unfortunately the scene today, but do not get disheartened by this or lose confidence. Nowadays, it is the situation for experienced people as well. Keep applying on LinkedIn and other job portals as well as network to find openings for you. It doesn't matter that they will reject but apply all jobs appropriate to your profile.
Things will change as soon as you find the job. Keep trying.
That's the hope
You're going through your struggling phase man.. You'll get over it!.. Even we all did.
Don't regret about MS. Nowadays it's very hard for freshers to get first job, would have been hard even if u did MS, imo with more risk and urgency.
You can always do MS after 1-2 years
The question that keeps pondering is what if MS is a good gateway
Check if you find any relevant role on ServiceNow careers page and @everyone will help.you with referral.
Thank you, will check it out
Let me know for referral at ZS
ZS ghosted me
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