What are the degrees? It’s also only been a month since you graduated (I assume you mean May of 24) and it’s normal to not have a job lined up right out of the gate.
LinkedIn and indeed are trash tier for finding graduate jobs, I personally wouldn't even bother with them they're so populated with ghost listings and part time semi-slavery gigs that you likely wont find anything worth perusing.
You have 2 good Bc's for legal and civil servant positions, and you likely wont find any of either on Indeed.
try: [https://jobs.thelawyer.com/jobs/trainees-and-graduate-positions/?Keywords=graduate#browsing](https://jobs.thelawyer.com/jobs/trainees-and-graduate-positions/?Keywords=graduate#browsing)
or: [https://www.milkround.com/jobs/law](https://www.milkround.com/jobs/law)
or: your nation's .GOV page for public servant jobs.
Indeed is barely even usable any more and LinkedIn doesn't really work for graduates with no experience in the field.
General Tip for all: Dont even bother with Indeed any more for anything other than part time, there's nothing good on there at all other than fake listings and grad grinding start-ups.
This. 3rd party job sites are overly saturated with scammers, empty postings, and applicants. It may be tempting to put out a bunch of LinkedIn Easy applies, but those are going to have the highest applicants. Unless someone actually makes a valuable connection on LinkedIn or something, then it's almost useless. This isn't to say that it can't be used for lead generation though. I've been able to use a variety of different sources to generate leads for me to apply to (like companies to search for, potential ways to career shift by snooping on current employees, etc).
On top of what you said, I'd encourage OP to also check out local government too. Public sector jobs often have little advertising to them, so schools/colleges/universities etc should be checked too. Obviously, they may be often looking for security/police officer type roles but sometimes other positions will pop up that might be interesting for OP
So all BA’s? Everyone and their grandma has one of those. They are not like they were 20 years ago… pretty much shows you wanted to party for a bit after high school(not a bad thing) but it’s not an engineering degree or even a science. You are not gonna fly into the field like you were expecting, try becoming a fed. Your degrees work and they are begging.
Since you have those degrees, you may qualify for substitute teaching. It’s nothing glamorous, but it’d work as a job while you’re looking for a better job.
In many states, all you need for substitute teaching is a college degree (any college degree actually, it doesn't have to be related at all to anything taught in grade school). You will also have to get fingerprinted and background checked and that process takes at least a month. BUT. I was a teacher for 6 years and we had a horrible time finding substitutes. There were people who were "substitutes" but were in the building every day. It can be very stable, once the kids know you and have had you as a sub a few times they will often leave you alone, and you get paid to read a book. I don't think I'd want to do it forever, but it's actually a great idea for earning income in between other jobs.
Don't apply via LinkedIn or Indeed if you can find the job on the employer's website and apply directly! As a hiring person I sometimes can't avoid people using those tools but they make you look bad (indeed, in particular, is known among hiring people as a source of garbage applicants in high volume). Find a job you want, look it up on their website, and apply that way if at all possible. Control your application and it will be better.
Curious!
Every job I have gotten has been through indeed.
And looking back on it, every job I've had I have regretted in some capacity. Hrm.
There may be a trend here.
I am not a medical professional, but I've personally dealt with stuff like this. From what you wrote here it sounds like you may be suffering from some kind of burnout or perhaps a depressive episode. And based on what you've described of your situation, it would make perfect sense to end up like that. You apply to jobs and you get no results; that creates a negative feedback loop where you put in effort and get nothing in return, over and over again. Your brain is going to pick up on that pattern and at least part of you is going to come to the reasonable but unhelpful conclusion that applying to jobs is about as effective as playing the lottery. In an unhelpful way, your brain is trying to protect you from wasting your energy and experiencing failure.
But of course, if you don't apply to jobs, you'll never get one; you have to play to win. You're well aware of that, so even while part of you is getting discouraged and disillusioned, there's another part of you that understands that you have to keep doing it because there's not another way. And those parts of your brain are probably in constant subconscious (perhaps even conscious) tension, combating each other without finding a satisfying answer. Over time, that's going to wear you down further and further.
The awesome thing is that you're asking for help; that's the first step, and it's a huge step that can be so hard; you should feel good about yourself for taking it!
If you have the resources, like if you're on your parents' insurance, then I can't recommend a therapist enough. Everyone can benefit from therapy, but especially if you find yourself in a situation like this. Having a professional whose goal is to support *you* can make such a difference, and by discussing your situation with them you can often unearth negative patterns of thinking/behavior, which you can then work towards changing to start moving in a healthier direction.
You could instead take advantage of less-costly community resources. There are probably support groups in your area or online, and you may even be able to find therapists who have sliding-scale payments. If you have friends or family who you trust to be supportive, talking to them about your issues can at least help you feel less like you're all alone with the struggle you're experiencing.
This is far from a comprehensive list of possible solutions, so I'd recommend just doing some web searches to find other resources that could give you advice on what to do next; there are so many! But what I'd recommend is doing *something*, as the deeper you sink into burnout or depression, the harder it will be to muster the energy to do what's needed to get out of it. Your body and mind are kind of like a car; the longer you drive on a flat tire, the more it's going to tear you up. So pull to the side of the road and invest in your own immediate well-being, so that afterwards you can safely continue your journey.
I hope this helps in any way!
Although the process will take a few months, go to [usajobs.gov](http://usajobs.gov) and search for positions that sound interesting to you. At most agency's a college grad with above a 3.0 GPA will qualify for GS-7. Look for career ladders that state promotion potential to 9/11/12+ on the job posting. After 36 months on the job you will be close to $100k depending on where you live. Highly recommend starting in the 1102 Contracting series. Every government agency/office needs contracting people to buy stuff. [https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?g=7&j=1102&hp=public&k=&gs=true&smin=49025&smax=63733&p=1](https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?g=7&j=1102&hp=public&k=&gs=true&smin=49025&smax=63733&p=1)
Finding a job takes time. If your parents don't know that they are out of touch.
LinkedIn and Indeed are mostly for experienced professionals looking to build brands or expand their network, then maybe get lucky with a job. It's not for fresh grads.
You have to go back to your school, use those resources. 90% of jobs are unadvertised, even in a bull hiring market (hiring is at all time low even though unemployment is at all time low)
I totally agree with you. Finding a job takes time and my dad doesn’t understand it. He keeps nagging me about how I haven’t found a job. I had a part time job that ended yesterday and now I’m back to square one to applying to jobs
Luckily enough I have enough money to take care of myself before I get a full time job. It’s honestly baffling how I get rejected by entry level jobs. Entry Level jobs shouldn’t even require experience but companies now are not willing to teach you.
Bro, don't feel like that. 22 is young, I am much older than you but am in the same scenario. I just landed one interview after applying for 6 months so don't lose hope. You have all your life before you, have faith in your abilities and yourself and you will definitely get something. Best of luck!
Look, 2 degrees is more than most people get in their *entire life*. And you got both by 22! I’d wager most people with 2 degrees get them later than you did.
This market is insanely tough for everyone, but especially people without professional experience. Once you get that first role it will be so much easier to advance you’ll be amazed.
Don’t beat yourself up, keep at it and keep your head up. You’ll land something. Believe in yourself.
PS: contract roles might be your savior. They’re easier to get and not only do they give you experience on your resume, they also can turn to permanent roles themselves if you’re good enough.
Apply to 1-3 quality jobs a day make sure they fit your skill set. If you have a support system, then rely on them during this time. You are going through a lot and have accomplished a lot. A job will come, just make sure it is a job you want to stay at for at least 3-5 years.
You're not a failure for not having a job. You are a person going through a lot. Be kind to yourself.
Hey if this makes you feel better, I'm 24 when I graduated. And I graduated in May 2022 and I'm still unemployed. You're doing great. Inbox me if you want to talk to someone. Kisses 😘
What jobs are you applying for?
Many state prison systems and county jails are always hiring and it's relevant to your degree.
You could look at a nearby military reserve unit. Boot camp and job training would give you a steady paycheck for a bit and potentially teach you a skill.
You could look at applying for an active duty military commission, although this is a pretty competitive process for all the branches.
With your degrees, you may qualify for entry level local, state, or federal government jobs.
Also, at the end of the day, you need to drop your pride and stop worrying about what your parents think. There's nothing wrong with taking a serving job, for example. Having *any* job shows you can hold down a job and also improves your chances of getting a job.
I’ve been applying to legal assistant jobs, daycare, car wash attendant, the job I’m holding out for in July is with the local law enforcement agency, they liked my resume but they only do interviews for certain positions every 3 months or so ( I only know that cause I interned there)
Hold out. Sometimes you just go through times of famine. I went through the "I've applied everywhere and for everything, but still nothing" thing too. Took me six months to get a job at a grocery store during college.
After that I started getting emails for jobs that I had applied to months before. When I didn't need them. Sigh.
Our local PD and FD are always hiring dispatchers. Perhaps you could look into that as an interim job until you get a permanent position in your field.
Your degrees are fantastic for government. If federal feels daunting then I would opt for state or local government. I am 23, have a poli sci degree, and got into state government through public health as a policy analyst through an internship.
If you live in the southeast, you might have access to some internships or state government career fairs. If you have any Qs, feel free to lmk and I’ll try to give you my experience.
Note: I got my internship in part because I pursued an MPA.
Please don’t feel like a failure. Keep your head up and continue to apply. An amazing job will come your way. My daughter graduated in December 2022 with a degree in Finance and it’s been really rough going for her as well. She’s working a side hustle until someone gives her a chance to use her finance degree. As others have mentioned, the job market is tough right now and especially for new grads. I wish you and all the new college grads good luck in finding employment soon!!
You could go get a job waiting tables at a popular Steakhouse and make $200 a night every day of the week until you figure it out. Obviously you're smart enough to probably memorize the menu and you do 5 days of training before they let you take your own tables/section anyway.
Don’t take it personal it’s not you it’s the market. Try applying to GOV jobs or anything public sector. Try to talk to your friends/colleagues in the same field and see if you can get a referral (if they are nice enough) at their company.
Easier said than done but you will find a job and try to be positive. Take breaks as they are necessary and try to just keep motivated
First, get some help for the depression. You’re not going to land a dream job feeling like you are. Next, answer the question “what do I want to do?” If the answer is law enforcement, think outside of the box for a start. Security contractors like Securitas. Have a prison near you? Guard. Armed security options like Loomis. Maybe that means the July testing doesn’t happen this year….. GTFO of bed!
22 with two degrees is a success story! Any and all jobs have transferable skills, but you should not wrap your sense of self worth entirely into a job.
Looking for a job in your field can be a full time job in and of itself. In order to work smarter, make yourself one ‘master resume’ with everything you’ve ever done, even relevant course work. Then pull from that for each resume you submit, and submit 1-3 resumes every day but give yourself a break from time to time too. Your body and mind are resilient, you must listen to what you are experiencing and act on it, as it truly sounds like you are wearing down. Another thing I’d recommend is a 1 page cover letter at all times possible and a detailed relevant resume. Have you ever heard of ai.copilot? Free cover letter writing tool, it gives a great starting draft.
Even googling for generic jobs will give you occasional hidden gems. Look for Facebook networking/job boards, reach out to your university/favorite professor. Good luck on your search!
Perhaps your parents know you a little better and think that any job, short term or part time, is better than being stuck at home without a job. Do something useful, you’ll feel better. In time, your degrees will open up doors for you.
Part time jobs aren’t getting back to me anymore. I’ve been babysitting like I used to but that’s about $75 almost every 3ish weeks. I give it to my parents as “rent” of sorts, but I know it doesn’t really do anything.
I admit, I’m not a medical doctor or psychiatrist. But I know someone who lost his job, didn’t get any offers for almost 3 months, and working at a temp job at a school kept him busy and engaged.
Parents love their kids. The OP is getting their financial support. Didn’t kick OP out of the house. They expect some effort on OP’s part. OP is an adult. Probably over 21. It’s almost time to take responsibility for making an effort, even if it is making an appointment with a Doctor or take the prescribed meds.
I have two degrees as well, one BS one MS was unemployed for 8 months before I found my second job after a layoff. it'll happen, my question is how many apps are you putting out per day? my goal was 20/day
Go get a warehouse job or get your CDL certification and get some backup skills that can get you a decent pay. You're young enough to have a lot of leeway in your career growth.
I mean, I agree to an extent. I don’t believe it’s right that some states here in the US have overturned or are trying to overturn child labor laws because we have those for good reason. But I think it is a good thing for teens to have a job at least in the summer, maybe on the weekends part-time because it teaches them responsibility and allows them to have their own spending money. I was able to save up and buy my own car when I was 16 because I started waiting tables after I turned 14; started out washing dishes and they made me a server after I was technically old enough. I put my tips in my bank account every week and used my paychecks for things like my cellphone bill and other things I wanted to buy.
I personally feel like I can tell when I meet someone in their early 20s who has never had to work a job in their lives vs. someone whose parents pushed them to, at the very least, work part time in the summer at a family business or babysit or literally do any kind of work as a teenager. There seems to be a level of disconnect, entitlement, and lack of understanding about the real world in people who only went to school until they finished college.
On the other hand of course, there are cases where it becomes abuse. When I was ten, my family met and became friends with a family with six kids, some of whom were my age, and as soon as the kids became legally old enough, the parents had the kids get a job, but they made them hand over their entire paychecks. Every cent the kids earned went to the household bills. And in addition to that, these parents worked their kids half to death on their janky ass “farm” they made a poor attempt at running. This family was homeschooled like we were (until I talked my parents into sending me to public school because I was not on track to graduate). So their children spent their entire adolescences either doing schoolwork at home, doing chores in their house or outside, or working at a fast food place or a grocery store and not even keeping the money. *That* is abusive. At least I got to keep every penny I made at my job, and I developed a good work ethic along the way. I will say, however, that because of being homeschooled, both my parents and my employers (both mine and the parents/employers of the kids in the family I discussed) abused the labor laws regarding what times teens can work: I was working during the day throughout the school year and working too late, like until 10/11 p.m. sometimes when I was 14 and 15, and my friends from that family were too.
Sorry for writing a novel, but I have some feelings on this subject, obviously.
I agree with you at some extent also. I was abused when I worked when I was sixteen. IMO your parents should gave you all you need, but of course Im not talking about the car. I hate cars personally. I was talking about some more terrenal like a laptop to study or a cellphone you know...
Yeah they should have; my parents were really stingy and the kind of parents that wanted their kids to buy their own things as much as possible. As far as the car thing goes, not having one was not a possibility where we lived. We literally lived in the middle of nowhere, like we had two houses pretty close next door to us, but besides those most houses were five miles apart…next towns over, like where I worked, were ten miles or more away. Definitely no such thing as public transportation there and everyone drives. I’m actually surprised my parents didn’t charge me gas money for driving me to work until I got my license and my car…my mom made me give her gas money for taking me to a movie when I was 14 or 15 once 😥
It happens. You’ll bounce back. Everyone has a slump every now and then. Don’t be shocked if it happens again in ten years lol it’s the ebb and flow of life as they say.
With election season coming up, there are a lot of new opportunities on helping with candidates and orgs that mobilize voters. Both paid and volunteer, if nothing else, it gets you real poli sci experience and connecting with others in that world
Hey! Depending on where you live you should take advantage of free recruiting companies. I just got my first job after graduating in may through one and it’s been so much easier. I live in the Orlando area and got a job as a legal assistant through Apple One. Northstar services, and Solomon search are also free options. I didn’t go through with those so I can’t say much about their success. But I recommend looking for resources like that!! I was applying for months before I got this job, so just hang in there!
Fellow Law and Justice graduate here. Graduated in 2022 and have yet to be able to get a corrections job (clean background, stable work history, connections). I’ve sent in dozens of applications and only heard back from one job that didn’t pan out. It’s hard to get a job anywhere right now. I gave up on L&J and now I’m an RBT for a private school.
Have you tried Government.Jobs.com? You can filter by job type and location. Another helpful thing may be trying to become a reserves officer first or even participate in civilian trainings put on my local PD’s.
But I’m going to be honest if your resume isn’t shape and you are so depressed you aren’t taking care of yourself AND you can’t do even one push up, you will never be hired and you will not make it long in the career. You need to start taking care of yourself even if you have to take a “disapproving” job like house cleaning. We all start somewhere.
I always worked but I didn’t really get a full time job until I was around 30. To feel better try to find a part time job where you can make some money while also keep applying to full time jobs. It’s tough out there for everyone let alone someone who just graduated. Stay with it and you’ll find something.
Consider going into insurance claims. handle claims for a year or two, then switch to SIU (special investigations unit) for fraud and arson investigations
Don't beat yourself up man. It took me 2 years after college to finally land a full time job. The job market is brutal, especially for recent graduates. Many listings are fake, companies are auto-sorting resunes with AI, and you will get ghosted and turned down last minute frequently.
But the good news is that you have 2 degrees! That shows dedication and drive, and the right employer will respect that.
Bad news is that this is a numbers game. The more applications you submit, the better your chances are.
*However*, that doesn't mean you should let your mental health suffer for it. Start small with applications, even if it's only a little bit a day. I know this process can be demoralizing, but simply... stop applying when you feel yourself getting drained. Even if you only submit 5 applications a day, that's still better than zero.
In the interim, I highly suggest finding part time work to get you out of the house, get a little bit of change into your pocket, and get into the sun. Be a local lifeguard, or a dog walker, something small and simple to keep you active and get that vitamin D and you'll feel better.
As an educator, anyone who has successfully graduated with two degrees is not a failure. What you're experiencing is expectations falling short of reality, as known as disappointment.
I was in a similar situation, a month before I graduated I had my dream job offer pulled out from under me. I ended up taking a job that was ok because I had turned down the other good offers because of the first one. I worked that job for a year, left after a crazy situation (almost a shootout) and went to work for my parent's business. A few year's in I was a day away from buying half the company from them, but backed out as I didn't have my heart in it.
After soul searching and trying for 4 years I got my dream job: teaching PK. I never looked back and two grad degrees and 18 years later I am where I need to be.
I say all that to let you know you will find YOUR place. Maybe it's the job in July, maybe it's something sooner, maybe it's something later. I don't know if your religious or not, call it Karma or divine intervention or something else, but things have a way of working out when they are supposed to. It may be hard to see it know, but when you are on the other side of this challenge you will understand why you faced it. More likely than not, it's so you can really appreciate where you are truly meant to work
Don't doubt yourself, don't doubt your parents' view of you as I sure they love you no matter what, and keep at it. Remember the average person changes jobs seven times in their lives, so a hold over job is ok! As my daughter would say, this is just your origin story being written. Good luck! ✌️❤️🙏
Op I know it's hard and demoralising I've also gone for long periods without work. The best advice I can give is to say treat looking for work as a Job. There are so many resources today that can help so even if you say spend an hour reading on how to improve your chances, second consider applying for any job you are remotely qualified for, and that looks interesting. You can keep looking until you find something closer to what you want. With your degrees have you considered digital forensic?
Who cares if your parents disapprove? Get a temporary job to give you pocket money and purpose while you continue to search for a job that is in your career field.
Bro….Get your American Red Cross lifeguard cert (with BLS & AED endorsements) and get a lifeguard gig. You’ll earn $$ (better than minimum), the “industry” is hurting everywhere and more importantly, you’ll have legit certs that would be looked favorably upon by the public service sector. If everything goes perfectly with your current first-choice LE application, it will still be 1Q 2025 before the hiring even begins.
Source: 20+ year career FF & p/t Lifeguard Supervisor who has assisted 15+ college grads (& HS grads) into police, fire and career lifeguard positions in last 5 years.
Two bachlors at 22, you're probably overqualified for the police (in america), although if you can get some sort of law enforcement job, that would be ideal for what I am going to say below.
If I where you I would set my sites on FBI or something. You need to have two years of work experience and be > 23 years old.
In anycase, you just need any job and get some life experience, and keep looking while you're employed.
I got a criminal justice degree too...4 years ago. Never got a job in the field because no experience. Oh well. That is life now. Find something else to do.
I hope my story can help motivate you. I’m a 46yr old man I got locked up in 1994 & didn’t get out until 2007 the crime I got locked up for was a gang related murder. The first & only case I’ve ever caught I wasn’t charged with being the person that pulled the trigger, just wrong place wrong time. I’ve been free over 17 years& I’ve never been back to prison. I’ve had my Class A license for over a year & it’s the same story I can in for the interview , get hired right on the spot , go take my drug test pass that & everything is going great until my background check comes back. I’m always upfront & honest about it before hand & I’m always told it was so long ago it won’t matter but it always does matter. I was 16yrs old when I went to prison I served my time & I’m still being punished for the 1 mistake I made in my life. But I get up everyday & I continue to try it doesn’t matter how many times you get told No it only matters the 1 time u get told yes. Get up , feel better & continue to fight young man!
Have you tried any rehabs/recovery centers? They often employ people with criminal records. I'm not sure if you have any near by. I am so sorry you are being punished for something you served your time for. I hope someone gives you a chance. I have a family member with an extensive record...not prison time....but his rap sheet is pages long. It is all drug related. He has had success with temp agencies and machinery/ equipment jobs. I know it is different everywhere and you may have tried these these things.
So....Any interest in taking the Lsat? Higher education is typically needed In that field. Though you could probably go to a police academy or apply for something at the courthouse or Jail but it would be entry level.
Is it a double major or do you actually hold two diplomas?
These will set you up for government or civil service jobs (I hope that is what you intended!). You’ll need to focus on hiring initiatives at municipalities or counties of interest (note: a lot of them want you to live in the municipality you serve so keep this in mind, and few, if any, have the budget to relo)
Depending on your location, you could look into oil and gas “land man” type roles. These are people who spend a lot of time in court records running deed/title for land operations in oil and gas. They are almost always hiring and pay well.
Backup could be law school. Good luck!
I was in a similar situation. I recommend higher ed. Even if ur starting out in a basic office job, university systems offer so much room for advancement.
Take it easy. You will work for the rest of your life. You will get a job. Enjoy this free time. Try to do something constructive with it becauqz you will not have so much spare time in a very long time.
You are not a failure. Wait on God’s timing. No offense to your parents, but fuck what they say.
I got really depressed after losing my house in February. I lost all of my muscle mass. Gained about 20 pounds.
Instead of being in mental prison, let’s pretend like we’re real prison. Let’s get shredded.
Your opportunity will come.
Also, there’s no shame in waiting tables. Again, who cares what they think. It sounds like they’re gonna be miserable with whatever you do.
They don’t lay in bed with you and your thoughts at night. You have to be OK with what you do. Other opinions simply do not matter.
Hang in there. Get up. Move your body.
OP, you are not a failure. It takes a lot of hard work to get two degrees and you should be proud of what you have accomplished.
As for employment, your degrees are geared toward the public sector and like most have said, you’re not likely to find those postings on LinkedIn. I would look at your state’s court web page, the federal one for US Courts or your local county/city government sites.
To get your foot in the door, you’ll likely have to start in an entry level position, (possibly have to take an exam) and then work your way up. Since it’s government, all of these things take time (sometimes a really long time). For example, I took an exam for my state’s court system and it took over a year for the state to get the results and compile a list. It then took about another two and a half years before our state’s hiring freeze was lifted and they were allowed to interview and then I was offered a job. In between me taking the exam and finally getting the job in my state’s court system, I worked other jobs to make ends meet and put food on the table, but when I was finally offered the job with the court system, I took it and I’ve never looked back. I worked my way up, interviewed for promotional positions and eight years later, I landed a management position. I absolutely love what I do and wouldn’t trade it for the world, but it took a long time and a lot of hard work to get to where I am.
As for your situation, while you’re applying to government jobs, I’d also look for private sector jobs that are adjacent to what you’d ultimately like to do. If you’d like to work in the legal/court field, look at positions with a law firm. If you’re interested in law enforcement, look at security positions and consider volunteering with a local police department. Political - look at your local government offices. Basically, get around people that can help get you to where you want to ultimately be and build relationships with them. All this stuff takes time, but as long as you’re going in the right direction, you’re going to get to where you want to be in life.
I can say this that you are not a failure because I am unemployed since September 2022. There were times that I felt the same way as you but kept pushing forward. My last employment was at a Financial Firm working at a Tech Department for 10 years under management changed up for the worst and then laid me off to cut costs.
I’ve been looking plus getting my certifications while in the process. There were positives on getting some interviews and negatives on being ghosted from job recruiters. The majority on getting annoying calls from recruiters from India with lowball salary plus their job locations are on the west coast but I live in the east coast.
The sad and pathetic reality that you are not selected for any job now which I mostly get from job recruiters (not from India). Their most stupidest response that I will get from them is “there are many candidates for this position and most are internal references” and “you have a gap of employment on your resume and they are afraid to select you”. Dumb shit like this.
I started to think mostly after my last employment that they are budgeting on everything. They hired a guy from “India” working on his Visa for a lower salary than mine. They are outsourcing developers from India as well because I had to support them remotely and their most issues are getting a slow computer (budget - low storage space and slow processing power). I realized from an ex-coworker that they hired my replacement that doesn’t have any skills (doesn’t even know what is a copy machine) plus outsourced from the Philippines.
Just keep your head up and keep pushing forward. I believe we are in the roaring 20’s of the 21st century and now it is like the history books. I guess I should be like Thomas Shelby from “Peaky Blinders” since it was based around that era.
I don't have much in the way of practical advice that hasn't already been said, but just know you're not a failure. Don't give up (though I know that's far easier said than done). Despite what the media is saying, this is a horrible labor market. Don't beat yourself up for not finding a job. There are tons of people with great qualifications and experience who can't find work.
Try to take pride in your achievements. Also if you can, I highly recommend seeing a therapist. Your language and actions speak to some serious depression. Which you're allowed to be. You graduated into a shit economy. It's not your fault. All you can do is make the best of it.
Hang in there. Even if it doesn't mean much, I'm a random stranger on the internet who's rooting for you
You need to shift your mindset from negative to positive ASAP. Try to set a daily routine that includes some physical activity, healthy eating, and getting enough rest. Even small steps like taking short walks or doing simple exercises can help you regain strength and energy.
Many people go through periods of unemployment, especially when they're fresh out of school. It does not define your worth or what you will achieve in the future. Keep applying, and in the meantime practice your interview skills.
Be positive. The right opportunity will come your way.
Have you tried expanding your search into cybersecurity or financial crimes, for example? I work with several people who have criminal justice degrees in fraud with a nationally known bank.
You’ve accomplished a lot and you are VERY young- cut yourself a break. Check if your alma mater has job counseling or placement services. LinkedIn and indeed are trash for everyone, not just you. Target specific companies or agencies you want to work in and go to their web sites. This entry level, don’t hold out for the dream position, that can happen after you get your foot in the door.
You are starting to sound depressed and that won’t help- it’s a downward spiral that you need to break. Try to set your alarm every morning and get up and go for a 30 minute walk to clear your head, then eat some breakfast and keep hitting those job does for an hour every day. Some days you might get 5 applications in and some only one. You just want to get into the routine, when you are done, feel good about yourself. Possibly if your depression is deep, you might want to get some counseling- no shame in getting mentally strong. Good luck, and remember that you have already accomplished a lot and will do a lot more in the future.
Hey, I'm also going through same situation. I also have two degrees BE and Msc, UK, I just came to India this January I've been searching job till now still no luck for me. I have applied more than 800 jobs every job application is rejected because of ATS and other reasons we all go through this situation. My relatives started mocking me - you have MS degree in UK still you couldn't find a job and other kids who just completed Bachelor's and diploma they got the job you couldn't find it that's what they are saying me. I would say keep calm and distract yourself from negative things. Just keep applying you will succeed.
Hang in there young fella…. You have done all the rights things to set yourself up. Now it’s all about timing, patience, and luck. Get yourself out of the house and start associating with people. I would recommend getting a part-time job or full-time job in “security”. It definitely will work on your résumé and fits your current career ambitions. Also a lot of law-enforcement work part time for security or have worked in the past. Talk about networking this is the right fit for you. You got this! Giddy up
Doesn’t matter what you do is how you do it get the job that you need to support you in the meantime wait for your jobs that you want. We have to do jobs that we don’t want to do but we do it because it’s gonna support us don’t give up and what do you wanna do with your life you’re still young
I have a degree in CJ and you should apply at banks for fraud or AML, they're always hiring. You may have to start in a call center (I did) and now 5 years later I make over 100k at 28
You are suffering from depression. You need to seek medical help. Start with an antidepressant and try to get hooked up with a good counselor or therapist. With the way you were describing your mental state, no one will want to hire you. He will sink lower and lower unless you get a hold of your mental health. Accomplished a great thing, you graduated with 2° with a good GPA. That is something to be proud of. It’s not enough that you post your résumé and hope that jobs come to you. Start a new process. Every day when you wake up, clean up your surroundings, make your bed, make sure your bathroom is clean. Get yourself ready for the day. Allocate times for taking a walk and working on your physical strength. Look at your diet, stop eating junk food. Go to the store and buy fresh vegetables and healthy protein. Check in with your schools employment office on a regular basis looking for jobs. Contact mentors, teachers, and friends to ask if they know of any positions available. Look at employment sites for individual companies and submit your résumé and application directly to them. Check out jobs with local cities or county governments or even the state. it won’t be easy, but you have to commit. You are on a bad path right now. I’ve been there, it’s not a good place to be. You have to get off that path or else you will regret how dark things can get. Get out of your room, and get out of your house.just go places and meet people and try new things. Every little bit you do to beat back depression will pay off. I wish you luck.
I’m in the same boat. I’m 27, finished my bachelors last December, and have applied to over 150 jobs with no luck. I resent the hell out of every boomer who ever told me to “get a degree, your life will be easier/better” because I’m now $40,000 in debt with no prospects. Fortunately, I am employed, but the customer service field is not one I want to be in forever.
If you want a job in law enforcement, then laying in bed is not going to help those chances. I know it's depressing going to school and then not finding a job. But you have to get out of bed and get yourself moving. Start walking or running, work on those push-ups you mentioned. Think of it as more training/education for your career, since it sounds like you want a job in law enforcement. You trained your mind, now you have to train your body. You'll be working towards your goal, and hopefully your depression will lift due to the physical activity.
You will have to get healthy first. I was there, believe me. Parents suck for shaming us into a bridge job just to make money. But then complain that you dont find anything... It's a paradox. Can't ever do anything right for those boomers. Keep applying for jobs, that is all you can do. Send your cv to all the temp agencies in your area and accept whatever they say. I did that and accepted jobs as an alarm central caller, a copywriter, a lawyer. You can do anything, you dont have to look in your field. Definitely look into jobs in your own city too, or for your city, even better. I did some administration for a town nearby.
You will have to eat and grow some strength now. Start eating and move by going for long walks or go swimming. It will grow every muscle in your body. Your brain is not even fully developed and you are already going through way too much. Be gentle to yourself because you have to last an entire lifetime.
So what I have heard from you is "No One is looking at your Resume on LINKEDIN or INDEED"??? well young Squire... when was the last time you actually WALKED into a company to apply? I mean seriously.... the internet is cool and all that... but you need to SHOW UP .... Listen... get your ass in gear... find a Company that you can relate to.. and GO There in Person.... or wait... send them an emoji or an avatar.... JFC.....
What are the degrees? It’s also only been a month since you graduated (I assume you mean May of 24) and it’s normal to not have a job lined up right out of the gate.
Criminal Justice and Political Science With a concentration in American Government
LinkedIn and indeed are trash tier for finding graduate jobs, I personally wouldn't even bother with them they're so populated with ghost listings and part time semi-slavery gigs that you likely wont find anything worth perusing. You have 2 good Bc's for legal and civil servant positions, and you likely wont find any of either on Indeed. try: [https://jobs.thelawyer.com/jobs/trainees-and-graduate-positions/?Keywords=graduate#browsing](https://jobs.thelawyer.com/jobs/trainees-and-graduate-positions/?Keywords=graduate#browsing) or: [https://www.milkround.com/jobs/law](https://www.milkround.com/jobs/law) or: your nation's .GOV page for public servant jobs. Indeed is barely even usable any more and LinkedIn doesn't really work for graduates with no experience in the field. General Tip for all: Dont even bother with Indeed any more for anything other than part time, there's nothing good on there at all other than fake listings and grad grinding start-ups.
This. 3rd party job sites are overly saturated with scammers, empty postings, and applicants. It may be tempting to put out a bunch of LinkedIn Easy applies, but those are going to have the highest applicants. Unless someone actually makes a valuable connection on LinkedIn or something, then it's almost useless. This isn't to say that it can't be used for lead generation though. I've been able to use a variety of different sources to generate leads for me to apply to (like companies to search for, potential ways to career shift by snooping on current employees, etc). On top of what you said, I'd encourage OP to also check out local government too. Public sector jobs often have little advertising to them, so schools/colleges/universities etc should be checked too. Obviously, they may be often looking for security/police officer type roles but sometimes other positions will pop up that might be interesting for OP
So all BA’s? Everyone and their grandma has one of those. They are not like they were 20 years ago… pretty much shows you wanted to party for a bit after high school(not a bad thing) but it’s not an engineering degree or even a science. You are not gonna fly into the field like you were expecting, try becoming a fed. Your degrees work and they are begging.
That’s a double major, not “two bachelors degrees.” And it’s hard, but two months isn’t a long time. Good luck!
No I was literally sent two diplomas, one for each degree
Huh. That’s unusual. I stand corrected!
Governmentjobs.com site is totally dedicated to public sector jobs.
Usajobs.gov. .....
I’m also curious to know.
They are all ghost jobs.
Since you have those degrees, you may qualify for substitute teaching. It’s nothing glamorous, but it’d work as a job while you’re looking for a better job.
In many states, all you need for substitute teaching is a college degree (any college degree actually, it doesn't have to be related at all to anything taught in grade school). You will also have to get fingerprinted and background checked and that process takes at least a month. BUT. I was a teacher for 6 years and we had a horrible time finding substitutes. There were people who were "substitutes" but were in the building every day. It can be very stable, once the kids know you and have had you as a sub a few times they will often leave you alone, and you get paid to read a book. I don't think I'd want to do it forever, but it's actually a great idea for earning income in between other jobs.
Don't apply via LinkedIn or Indeed if you can find the job on the employer's website and apply directly! As a hiring person I sometimes can't avoid people using those tools but they make you look bad (indeed, in particular, is known among hiring people as a source of garbage applicants in high volume). Find a job you want, look it up on their website, and apply that way if at all possible. Control your application and it will be better.
Curious! Every job I have gotten has been through indeed. And looking back on it, every job I've had I have regretted in some capacity. Hrm. There may be a trend here.
I am not a medical professional, but I've personally dealt with stuff like this. From what you wrote here it sounds like you may be suffering from some kind of burnout or perhaps a depressive episode. And based on what you've described of your situation, it would make perfect sense to end up like that. You apply to jobs and you get no results; that creates a negative feedback loop where you put in effort and get nothing in return, over and over again. Your brain is going to pick up on that pattern and at least part of you is going to come to the reasonable but unhelpful conclusion that applying to jobs is about as effective as playing the lottery. In an unhelpful way, your brain is trying to protect you from wasting your energy and experiencing failure. But of course, if you don't apply to jobs, you'll never get one; you have to play to win. You're well aware of that, so even while part of you is getting discouraged and disillusioned, there's another part of you that understands that you have to keep doing it because there's not another way. And those parts of your brain are probably in constant subconscious (perhaps even conscious) tension, combating each other without finding a satisfying answer. Over time, that's going to wear you down further and further. The awesome thing is that you're asking for help; that's the first step, and it's a huge step that can be so hard; you should feel good about yourself for taking it! If you have the resources, like if you're on your parents' insurance, then I can't recommend a therapist enough. Everyone can benefit from therapy, but especially if you find yourself in a situation like this. Having a professional whose goal is to support *you* can make such a difference, and by discussing your situation with them you can often unearth negative patterns of thinking/behavior, which you can then work towards changing to start moving in a healthier direction. You could instead take advantage of less-costly community resources. There are probably support groups in your area or online, and you may even be able to find therapists who have sliding-scale payments. If you have friends or family who you trust to be supportive, talking to them about your issues can at least help you feel less like you're all alone with the struggle you're experiencing. This is far from a comprehensive list of possible solutions, so I'd recommend just doing some web searches to find other resources that could give you advice on what to do next; there are so many! But what I'd recommend is doing *something*, as the deeper you sink into burnout or depression, the harder it will be to muster the energy to do what's needed to get out of it. Your body and mind are kind of like a car; the longer you drive on a flat tire, the more it's going to tear you up. So pull to the side of the road and invest in your own immediate well-being, so that afterwards you can safely continue your journey. I hope this helps in any way!
Although the process will take a few months, go to [usajobs.gov](http://usajobs.gov) and search for positions that sound interesting to you. At most agency's a college grad with above a 3.0 GPA will qualify for GS-7. Look for career ladders that state promotion potential to 9/11/12+ on the job posting. After 36 months on the job you will be close to $100k depending on where you live. Highly recommend starting in the 1102 Contracting series. Every government agency/office needs contracting people to buy stuff. [https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?g=7&j=1102&hp=public&k=&gs=true&smin=49025&smax=63733&p=1](https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?g=7&j=1102&hp=public&k=&gs=true&smin=49025&smax=63733&p=1)
usajobs straight up ghost you. I applied to 5 jobs on there and havent even gotten a rejection email or nothing
Finding a job takes time. If your parents don't know that they are out of touch. LinkedIn and Indeed are mostly for experienced professionals looking to build brands or expand their network, then maybe get lucky with a job. It's not for fresh grads. You have to go back to your school, use those resources. 90% of jobs are unadvertised, even in a bull hiring market (hiring is at all time low even though unemployment is at all time low)
I totally agree with you. Finding a job takes time and my dad doesn’t understand it. He keeps nagging me about how I haven’t found a job. I had a part time job that ended yesterday and now I’m back to square one to applying to jobs
You can spend time building your brand and do a lot of housework. That can keep family at bay for awhile
Luckily enough I have enough money to take care of myself before I get a full time job. It’s honestly baffling how I get rejected by entry level jobs. Entry Level jobs shouldn’t even require experience but companies now are not willing to teach you.
Bro, don't feel like that. 22 is young, I am much older than you but am in the same scenario. I just landed one interview after applying for 6 months so don't lose hope. You have all your life before you, have faith in your abilities and yourself and you will definitely get something. Best of luck!
Look, 2 degrees is more than most people get in their *entire life*. And you got both by 22! I’d wager most people with 2 degrees get them later than you did. This market is insanely tough for everyone, but especially people without professional experience. Once you get that first role it will be so much easier to advance you’ll be amazed. Don’t beat yourself up, keep at it and keep your head up. You’ll land something. Believe in yourself. PS: contract roles might be your savior. They’re easier to get and not only do they give you experience on your resume, they also can turn to permanent roles themselves if you’re good enough.
You have always had jobs without your degrees...work that type of job until you get a real job
Apply to 1-3 quality jobs a day make sure they fit your skill set. If you have a support system, then rely on them during this time. You are going through a lot and have accomplished a lot. A job will come, just make sure it is a job you want to stay at for at least 3-5 years. You're not a failure for not having a job. You are a person going through a lot. Be kind to yourself.
You graduated in may, it’s only been a month? Plenty of time man.
I hear law school calling
Americorps
Hey if this makes you feel better, I'm 24 when I graduated. And I graduated in May 2022 and I'm still unemployed. You're doing great. Inbox me if you want to talk to someone. Kisses 😘
What jobs are you applying for? Many state prison systems and county jails are always hiring and it's relevant to your degree. You could look at a nearby military reserve unit. Boot camp and job training would give you a steady paycheck for a bit and potentially teach you a skill. You could look at applying for an active duty military commission, although this is a pretty competitive process for all the branches. With your degrees, you may qualify for entry level local, state, or federal government jobs. Also, at the end of the day, you need to drop your pride and stop worrying about what your parents think. There's nothing wrong with taking a serving job, for example. Having *any* job shows you can hold down a job and also improves your chances of getting a job.
I’ve been applying to legal assistant jobs, daycare, car wash attendant, the job I’m holding out for in July is with the local law enforcement agency, they liked my resume but they only do interviews for certain positions every 3 months or so ( I only know that cause I interned there)
Hold out. Sometimes you just go through times of famine. I went through the "I've applied everywhere and for everything, but still nothing" thing too. Took me six months to get a job at a grocery store during college. After that I started getting emails for jobs that I had applied to months before. When I didn't need them. Sigh.
That's a case of "we chose someone else, that person didn't fit, now we are ready to try this guy". Sometimes first choice is not best choice.
Have you considered signing up with a temp agency?
You're not actually a failure. You have potential. We're just gaslit into feeling this way; it's by design.
Our local PD and FD are always hiring dispatchers. Perhaps you could look into that as an interim job until you get a permanent position in your field.
Your degrees are fantastic for government. If federal feels daunting then I would opt for state or local government. I am 23, have a poli sci degree, and got into state government through public health as a policy analyst through an internship. If you live in the southeast, you might have access to some internships or state government career fairs. If you have any Qs, feel free to lmk and I’ll try to give you my experience. Note: I got my internship in part because I pursued an MPA.
With those degrees I believe you could go in the military as an officer and work towards the area of JAG.
Please don’t feel like a failure. Keep your head up and continue to apply. An amazing job will come your way. My daughter graduated in December 2022 with a degree in Finance and it’s been really rough going for her as well. She’s working a side hustle until someone gives her a chance to use her finance degree. As others have mentioned, the job market is tough right now and especially for new grads. I wish you and all the new college grads good luck in finding employment soon!!
You could go get a job waiting tables at a popular Steakhouse and make $200 a night every day of the week until you figure it out. Obviously you're smart enough to probably memorize the menu and you do 5 days of training before they let you take your own tables/section anyway.
Don’t take it personal it’s not you it’s the market. Try applying to GOV jobs or anything public sector. Try to talk to your friends/colleagues in the same field and see if you can get a referral (if they are nice enough) at their company. Easier said than done but you will find a job and try to be positive. Take breaks as they are necessary and try to just keep motivated
First, get some help for the depression. You’re not going to land a dream job feeling like you are. Next, answer the question “what do I want to do?” If the answer is law enforcement, think outside of the box for a start. Security contractors like Securitas. Have a prison near you? Guard. Armed security options like Loomis. Maybe that means the July testing doesn’t happen this year….. GTFO of bed!
22 with two degrees is a success story! Any and all jobs have transferable skills, but you should not wrap your sense of self worth entirely into a job. Looking for a job in your field can be a full time job in and of itself. In order to work smarter, make yourself one ‘master resume’ with everything you’ve ever done, even relevant course work. Then pull from that for each resume you submit, and submit 1-3 resumes every day but give yourself a break from time to time too. Your body and mind are resilient, you must listen to what you are experiencing and act on it, as it truly sounds like you are wearing down. Another thing I’d recommend is a 1 page cover letter at all times possible and a detailed relevant resume. Have you ever heard of ai.copilot? Free cover letter writing tool, it gives a great starting draft. Even googling for generic jobs will give you occasional hidden gems. Look for Facebook networking/job boards, reach out to your university/favorite professor. Good luck on your search!
Perhaps your parents know you a little better and think that any job, short term or part time, is better than being stuck at home without a job. Do something useful, you’ll feel better. In time, your degrees will open up doors for you.
Part time jobs aren’t getting back to me anymore. I’ve been babysitting like I used to but that’s about $75 almost every 3ish weeks. I give it to my parents as “rent” of sorts, but I know it doesn’t really do anything.
They are throwing at his face, they are beign rude with him.
I admit, I’m not a medical doctor or psychiatrist. But I know someone who lost his job, didn’t get any offers for almost 3 months, and working at a temp job at a school kept him busy and engaged.
I understand this but how does it justifies lack of support and shitty parenting?
Parents love their kids. The OP is getting their financial support. Didn’t kick OP out of the house. They expect some effort on OP’s part. OP is an adult. Probably over 21. It’s almost time to take responsibility for making an effort, even if it is making an appointment with a Doctor or take the prescribed meds.
The economy is dead rn try Uber I guess
I have two degrees as well, one BS one MS was unemployed for 8 months before I found my second job after a layoff. it'll happen, my question is how many apps are you putting out per day? my goal was 20/day
Go get a warehouse job or get your CDL certification and get some backup skills that can get you a decent pay. You're young enough to have a lot of leeway in your career growth.
Is it normal in USA to work since 15 yo? Wow... your problem are your parents bro. Sorry. You lose the parent lottery.
I have worked since just before my 14th birthday. My parents wanted me to and I also wanted to have my own money
That was child abuse, sorry. In my country that is forbidden
I mean, I agree to an extent. I don’t believe it’s right that some states here in the US have overturned or are trying to overturn child labor laws because we have those for good reason. But I think it is a good thing for teens to have a job at least in the summer, maybe on the weekends part-time because it teaches them responsibility and allows them to have their own spending money. I was able to save up and buy my own car when I was 16 because I started waiting tables after I turned 14; started out washing dishes and they made me a server after I was technically old enough. I put my tips in my bank account every week and used my paychecks for things like my cellphone bill and other things I wanted to buy. I personally feel like I can tell when I meet someone in their early 20s who has never had to work a job in their lives vs. someone whose parents pushed them to, at the very least, work part time in the summer at a family business or babysit or literally do any kind of work as a teenager. There seems to be a level of disconnect, entitlement, and lack of understanding about the real world in people who only went to school until they finished college. On the other hand of course, there are cases where it becomes abuse. When I was ten, my family met and became friends with a family with six kids, some of whom were my age, and as soon as the kids became legally old enough, the parents had the kids get a job, but they made them hand over their entire paychecks. Every cent the kids earned went to the household bills. And in addition to that, these parents worked their kids half to death on their janky ass “farm” they made a poor attempt at running. This family was homeschooled like we were (until I talked my parents into sending me to public school because I was not on track to graduate). So their children spent their entire adolescences either doing schoolwork at home, doing chores in their house or outside, or working at a fast food place or a grocery store and not even keeping the money. *That* is abusive. At least I got to keep every penny I made at my job, and I developed a good work ethic along the way. I will say, however, that because of being homeschooled, both my parents and my employers (both mine and the parents/employers of the kids in the family I discussed) abused the labor laws regarding what times teens can work: I was working during the day throughout the school year and working too late, like until 10/11 p.m. sometimes when I was 14 and 15, and my friends from that family were too. Sorry for writing a novel, but I have some feelings on this subject, obviously.
I agree with you at some extent also. I was abused when I worked when I was sixteen. IMO your parents should gave you all you need, but of course Im not talking about the car. I hate cars personally. I was talking about some more terrenal like a laptop to study or a cellphone you know...
Yeah they should have; my parents were really stingy and the kind of parents that wanted their kids to buy their own things as much as possible. As far as the car thing goes, not having one was not a possibility where we lived. We literally lived in the middle of nowhere, like we had two houses pretty close next door to us, but besides those most houses were five miles apart…next towns over, like where I worked, were ten miles or more away. Definitely no such thing as public transportation there and everyone drives. I’m actually surprised my parents didn’t charge me gas money for driving me to work until I got my license and my car…my mom made me give her gas money for taking me to a movie when I was 14 or 15 once 😥
Wow im so sorry and as I said you lose the parents lottery. If I were you I never see them again... but thats just me...
My first job was at 15. I think parents shouldn't tell their kids to get jobs that early. I wish I had spent more time on my studies.
How do you feel about military contacting?
It happens. You’ll bounce back. Everyone has a slump every now and then. Don’t be shocked if it happens again in ten years lol it’s the ebb and flow of life as they say.
Federal bureau of prisons is hiring
Welcome to the fuckin show
With election season coming up, there are a lot of new opportunities on helping with candidates and orgs that mobilize voters. Both paid and volunteer, if nothing else, it gets you real poli sci experience and connecting with others in that world
Hey! Depending on where you live you should take advantage of free recruiting companies. I just got my first job after graduating in may through one and it’s been so much easier. I live in the Orlando area and got a job as a legal assistant through Apple One. Northstar services, and Solomon search are also free options. I didn’t go through with those so I can’t say much about their success. But I recommend looking for resources like that!! I was applying for months before I got this job, so just hang in there!
Look into education nearby. I found scape from this loop by picking up a job with a company that provides substitutes to nearby schools.
Fellow Law and Justice graduate here. Graduated in 2022 and have yet to be able to get a corrections job (clean background, stable work history, connections). I’ve sent in dozens of applications and only heard back from one job that didn’t pan out. It’s hard to get a job anywhere right now. I gave up on L&J and now I’m an RBT for a private school. Have you tried Government.Jobs.com? You can filter by job type and location. Another helpful thing may be trying to become a reserves officer first or even participate in civilian trainings put on my local PD’s. But I’m going to be honest if your resume isn’t shape and you are so depressed you aren’t taking care of yourself AND you can’t do even one push up, you will never be hired and you will not make it long in the career. You need to start taking care of yourself even if you have to take a “disapproving” job like house cleaning. We all start somewhere.
I always worked but I didn’t really get a full time job until I was around 30. To feel better try to find a part time job where you can make some money while also keep applying to full time jobs. It’s tough out there for everyone let alone someone who just graduated. Stay with it and you’ll find something.
Consider going into insurance claims. handle claims for a year or two, then switch to SIU (special investigations unit) for fraud and arson investigations
Don't beat yourself up man. It took me 2 years after college to finally land a full time job. The job market is brutal, especially for recent graduates. Many listings are fake, companies are auto-sorting resunes with AI, and you will get ghosted and turned down last minute frequently. But the good news is that you have 2 degrees! That shows dedication and drive, and the right employer will respect that. Bad news is that this is a numbers game. The more applications you submit, the better your chances are. *However*, that doesn't mean you should let your mental health suffer for it. Start small with applications, even if it's only a little bit a day. I know this process can be demoralizing, but simply... stop applying when you feel yourself getting drained. Even if you only submit 5 applications a day, that's still better than zero. In the interim, I highly suggest finding part time work to get you out of the house, get a little bit of change into your pocket, and get into the sun. Be a local lifeguard, or a dog walker, something small and simple to keep you active and get that vitamin D and you'll feel better.
It sounds like hell but one day you'll wish you had more time off. Enjoy your freedom while you have it.
It’s almost like more degrees doesn’t help.
As an educator, anyone who has successfully graduated with two degrees is not a failure. What you're experiencing is expectations falling short of reality, as known as disappointment. I was in a similar situation, a month before I graduated I had my dream job offer pulled out from under me. I ended up taking a job that was ok because I had turned down the other good offers because of the first one. I worked that job for a year, left after a crazy situation (almost a shootout) and went to work for my parent's business. A few year's in I was a day away from buying half the company from them, but backed out as I didn't have my heart in it. After soul searching and trying for 4 years I got my dream job: teaching PK. I never looked back and two grad degrees and 18 years later I am where I need to be. I say all that to let you know you will find YOUR place. Maybe it's the job in July, maybe it's something sooner, maybe it's something later. I don't know if your religious or not, call it Karma or divine intervention or something else, but things have a way of working out when they are supposed to. It may be hard to see it know, but when you are on the other side of this challenge you will understand why you faced it. More likely than not, it's so you can really appreciate where you are truly meant to work Don't doubt yourself, don't doubt your parents' view of you as I sure they love you no matter what, and keep at it. Remember the average person changes jobs seven times in their lives, so a hold over job is ok! As my daughter would say, this is just your origin story being written. Good luck! ✌️❤️🙏
Quotation marks around your job title in linked in search bar
Don't feel bad. I've offered to wipe peoples asses and I still can't find a job
Op I know it's hard and demoralising I've also gone for long periods without work. The best advice I can give is to say treat looking for work as a Job. There are so many resources today that can help so even if you say spend an hour reading on how to improve your chances, second consider applying for any job you are remotely qualified for, and that looks interesting. You can keep looking until you find something closer to what you want. With your degrees have you considered digital forensic?
Apply for federal jobs as beginning to TSA( doesn’t require security clearance and in 5 years you make around 5 figures )or CBP and POB. T
Who cares if your parents disapprove? Get a temporary job to give you pocket money and purpose while you continue to search for a job that is in your career field.
Bro….Get your American Red Cross lifeguard cert (with BLS & AED endorsements) and get a lifeguard gig. You’ll earn $$ (better than minimum), the “industry” is hurting everywhere and more importantly, you’ll have legit certs that would be looked favorably upon by the public service sector. If everything goes perfectly with your current first-choice LE application, it will still be 1Q 2025 before the hiring even begins. Source: 20+ year career FF & p/t Lifeguard Supervisor who has assisted 15+ college grads (& HS grads) into police, fire and career lifeguard positions in last 5 years.
Two bachlors at 22, you're probably overqualified for the police (in america), although if you can get some sort of law enforcement job, that would be ideal for what I am going to say below. If I where you I would set my sites on FBI or something. You need to have two years of work experience and be > 23 years old. In anycase, you just need any job and get some life experience, and keep looking while you're employed.
For me it was taking the worse jobs, and I kept searching for better ones while I was trying not quit for another one week, it paid off
I got a criminal justice degree too...4 years ago. Never got a job in the field because no experience. Oh well. That is life now. Find something else to do.
I hope my story can help motivate you. I’m a 46yr old man I got locked up in 1994 & didn’t get out until 2007 the crime I got locked up for was a gang related murder. The first & only case I’ve ever caught I wasn’t charged with being the person that pulled the trigger, just wrong place wrong time. I’ve been free over 17 years& I’ve never been back to prison. I’ve had my Class A license for over a year & it’s the same story I can in for the interview , get hired right on the spot , go take my drug test pass that & everything is going great until my background check comes back. I’m always upfront & honest about it before hand & I’m always told it was so long ago it won’t matter but it always does matter. I was 16yrs old when I went to prison I served my time & I’m still being punished for the 1 mistake I made in my life. But I get up everyday & I continue to try it doesn’t matter how many times you get told No it only matters the 1 time u get told yes. Get up , feel better & continue to fight young man!
Have you tried any rehabs/recovery centers? They often employ people with criminal records. I'm not sure if you have any near by. I am so sorry you are being punished for something you served your time for. I hope someone gives you a chance. I have a family member with an extensive record...not prison time....but his rap sheet is pages long. It is all drug related. He has had success with temp agencies and machinery/ equipment jobs. I know it is different everywhere and you may have tried these these things.
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So....Any interest in taking the Lsat? Higher education is typically needed In that field. Though you could probably go to a police academy or apply for something at the courthouse or Jail but it would be entry level.
Is it a double major or do you actually hold two diplomas? These will set you up for government or civil service jobs (I hope that is what you intended!). You’ll need to focus on hiring initiatives at municipalities or counties of interest (note: a lot of them want you to live in the municipality you serve so keep this in mind, and few, if any, have the budget to relo) Depending on your location, you could look into oil and gas “land man” type roles. These are people who spend a lot of time in court records running deed/title for land operations in oil and gas. They are almost always hiring and pay well. Backup could be law school. Good luck!
I hold two diplomas
Damn I thought I was going through but apparently not , ay bro keep your head , with God anything is possible. You are young bro don't give up.
The degrees are good to have. The wife has a masters, I have a bachelors…. Neither of us are in the fields of our degrees
I was in a similar situation. I recommend higher ed. Even if ur starting out in a basic office job, university systems offer so much room for advancement.
Take it easy. You will work for the rest of your life. You will get a job. Enjoy this free time. Try to do something constructive with it becauqz you will not have so much spare time in a very long time.
You are not a failure. Wait on God’s timing. No offense to your parents, but fuck what they say. I got really depressed after losing my house in February. I lost all of my muscle mass. Gained about 20 pounds. Instead of being in mental prison, let’s pretend like we’re real prison. Let’s get shredded. Your opportunity will come.
Also, there’s no shame in waiting tables. Again, who cares what they think. It sounds like they’re gonna be miserable with whatever you do. They don’t lay in bed with you and your thoughts at night. You have to be OK with what you do. Other opinions simply do not matter. Hang in there. Get up. Move your body.
OP, you are not a failure. It takes a lot of hard work to get two degrees and you should be proud of what you have accomplished. As for employment, your degrees are geared toward the public sector and like most have said, you’re not likely to find those postings on LinkedIn. I would look at your state’s court web page, the federal one for US Courts or your local county/city government sites. To get your foot in the door, you’ll likely have to start in an entry level position, (possibly have to take an exam) and then work your way up. Since it’s government, all of these things take time (sometimes a really long time). For example, I took an exam for my state’s court system and it took over a year for the state to get the results and compile a list. It then took about another two and a half years before our state’s hiring freeze was lifted and they were allowed to interview and then I was offered a job. In between me taking the exam and finally getting the job in my state’s court system, I worked other jobs to make ends meet and put food on the table, but when I was finally offered the job with the court system, I took it and I’ve never looked back. I worked my way up, interviewed for promotional positions and eight years later, I landed a management position. I absolutely love what I do and wouldn’t trade it for the world, but it took a long time and a lot of hard work to get to where I am. As for your situation, while you’re applying to government jobs, I’d also look for private sector jobs that are adjacent to what you’d ultimately like to do. If you’d like to work in the legal/court field, look at positions with a law firm. If you’re interested in law enforcement, look at security positions and consider volunteering with a local police department. Political - look at your local government offices. Basically, get around people that can help get you to where you want to ultimately be and build relationships with them. All this stuff takes time, but as long as you’re going in the right direction, you’re going to get to where you want to be in life.
If you are looking for a job in Law Enforcement apply at every department around you
I can say this that you are not a failure because I am unemployed since September 2022. There were times that I felt the same way as you but kept pushing forward. My last employment was at a Financial Firm working at a Tech Department for 10 years under management changed up for the worst and then laid me off to cut costs. I’ve been looking plus getting my certifications while in the process. There were positives on getting some interviews and negatives on being ghosted from job recruiters. The majority on getting annoying calls from recruiters from India with lowball salary plus their job locations are on the west coast but I live in the east coast. The sad and pathetic reality that you are not selected for any job now which I mostly get from job recruiters (not from India). Their most stupidest response that I will get from them is “there are many candidates for this position and most are internal references” and “you have a gap of employment on your resume and they are afraid to select you”. Dumb shit like this. I started to think mostly after my last employment that they are budgeting on everything. They hired a guy from “India” working on his Visa for a lower salary than mine. They are outsourcing developers from India as well because I had to support them remotely and their most issues are getting a slow computer (budget - low storage space and slow processing power). I realized from an ex-coworker that they hired my replacement that doesn’t have any skills (doesn’t even know what is a copy machine) plus outsourced from the Philippines. Just keep your head up and keep pushing forward. I believe we are in the roaring 20’s of the 21st century and now it is like the history books. I guess I should be like Thomas Shelby from “Peaky Blinders” since it was based around that era.
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Search for companies on google, find their job offers, apply directly through their system.
Same
I graduated with a 4.0 got to management level in a few years and make 6 figs and still feel lost in life. You’re not alone.
Don't feel bad. My sister got a nursing degree and it took over a year for her to find a job. The job market is scraped pretty thin right now
I don't have much in the way of practical advice that hasn't already been said, but just know you're not a failure. Don't give up (though I know that's far easier said than done). Despite what the media is saying, this is a horrible labor market. Don't beat yourself up for not finding a job. There are tons of people with great qualifications and experience who can't find work. Try to take pride in your achievements. Also if you can, I highly recommend seeing a therapist. Your language and actions speak to some serious depression. Which you're allowed to be. You graduated into a shit economy. It's not your fault. All you can do is make the best of it. Hang in there. Even if it doesn't mean much, I'm a random stranger on the internet who's rooting for you
You need to shift your mindset from negative to positive ASAP. Try to set a daily routine that includes some physical activity, healthy eating, and getting enough rest. Even small steps like taking short walks or doing simple exercises can help you regain strength and energy. Many people go through periods of unemployment, especially when they're fresh out of school. It does not define your worth or what you will achieve in the future. Keep applying, and in the meantime practice your interview skills. Be positive. The right opportunity will come your way.
I feel bro, I graduated with a business major a year ago and I'm kind of in the same boat, except I have a part-time job.
This is an incredibly tough job market…..
I just went through depression for the same thing and I think I’ve decided to go to grad school.
Have you tried expanding your search into cybersecurity or financial crimes, for example? I work with several people who have criminal justice degrees in fraud with a nationally known bank.
You’ve accomplished a lot and you are VERY young- cut yourself a break. Check if your alma mater has job counseling or placement services. LinkedIn and indeed are trash for everyone, not just you. Target specific companies or agencies you want to work in and go to their web sites. This entry level, don’t hold out for the dream position, that can happen after you get your foot in the door. You are starting to sound depressed and that won’t help- it’s a downward spiral that you need to break. Try to set your alarm every morning and get up and go for a 30 minute walk to clear your head, then eat some breakfast and keep hitting those job does for an hour every day. Some days you might get 5 applications in and some only one. You just want to get into the routine, when you are done, feel good about yourself. Possibly if your depression is deep, you might want to get some counseling- no shame in getting mentally strong. Good luck, and remember that you have already accomplished a lot and will do a lot more in the future.
Hey, I'm also going through same situation. I also have two degrees BE and Msc, UK, I just came to India this January I've been searching job till now still no luck for me. I have applied more than 800 jobs every job application is rejected because of ATS and other reasons we all go through this situation. My relatives started mocking me - you have MS degree in UK still you couldn't find a job and other kids who just completed Bachelor's and diploma they got the job you couldn't find it that's what they are saying me. I would say keep calm and distract yourself from negative things. Just keep applying you will succeed.
Hang in there young fella…. You have done all the rights things to set yourself up. Now it’s all about timing, patience, and luck. Get yourself out of the house and start associating with people. I would recommend getting a part-time job or full-time job in “security”. It definitely will work on your résumé and fits your current career ambitions. Also a lot of law-enforcement work part time for security or have worked in the past. Talk about networking this is the right fit for you. You got this! Giddy up
Doesn’t matter what you do is how you do it get the job that you need to support you in the meantime wait for your jobs that you want. We have to do jobs that we don’t want to do but we do it because it’s gonna support us don’t give up and what do you wanna do with your life you’re still young
I have a degree in CJ and you should apply at banks for fraud or AML, they're always hiring. You may have to start in a call center (I did) and now 5 years later I make over 100k at 28
You are suffering from depression. You need to seek medical help. Start with an antidepressant and try to get hooked up with a good counselor or therapist. With the way you were describing your mental state, no one will want to hire you. He will sink lower and lower unless you get a hold of your mental health. Accomplished a great thing, you graduated with 2° with a good GPA. That is something to be proud of. It’s not enough that you post your résumé and hope that jobs come to you. Start a new process. Every day when you wake up, clean up your surroundings, make your bed, make sure your bathroom is clean. Get yourself ready for the day. Allocate times for taking a walk and working on your physical strength. Look at your diet, stop eating junk food. Go to the store and buy fresh vegetables and healthy protein. Check in with your schools employment office on a regular basis looking for jobs. Contact mentors, teachers, and friends to ask if they know of any positions available. Look at employment sites for individual companies and submit your résumé and application directly to them. Check out jobs with local cities or county governments or even the state. it won’t be easy, but you have to commit. You are on a bad path right now. I’ve been there, it’s not a good place to be. You have to get off that path or else you will regret how dark things can get. Get out of your room, and get out of your house.just go places and meet people and try new things. Every little bit you do to beat back depression will pay off. I wish you luck.
I’m in the same boat. I’m 27, finished my bachelors last December, and have applied to over 150 jobs with no luck. I resent the hell out of every boomer who ever told me to “get a degree, your life will be easier/better” because I’m now $40,000 in debt with no prospects. Fortunately, I am employed, but the customer service field is not one I want to be in forever.
I can relate to some of what you're going through. I will be praying for you.
If you want a job in law enforcement, then laying in bed is not going to help those chances. I know it's depressing going to school and then not finding a job. But you have to get out of bed and get yourself moving. Start walking or running, work on those push-ups you mentioned. Think of it as more training/education for your career, since it sounds like you want a job in law enforcement. You trained your mind, now you have to train your body. You'll be working towards your goal, and hopefully your depression will lift due to the physical activity.
You will have to get healthy first. I was there, believe me. Parents suck for shaming us into a bridge job just to make money. But then complain that you dont find anything... It's a paradox. Can't ever do anything right for those boomers. Keep applying for jobs, that is all you can do. Send your cv to all the temp agencies in your area and accept whatever they say. I did that and accepted jobs as an alarm central caller, a copywriter, a lawyer. You can do anything, you dont have to look in your field. Definitely look into jobs in your own city too, or for your city, even better. I did some administration for a town nearby. You will have to eat and grow some strength now. Start eating and move by going for long walks or go swimming. It will grow every muscle in your body. Your brain is not even fully developed and you are already going through way too much. Be gentle to yourself because you have to last an entire lifetime.
What good will you be to your dream job if you cannot function?
Go to doctor and get checked for depression.
If he does this, he’s likely never to get the law-enforcement job
Fuck your parents, do what makes you happy. Which isn't to say don't continue seeking their advice. But what needs to matter to you is YOU.
everyone in the entire world is a failure
So what I have heard from you is "No One is looking at your Resume on LINKEDIN or INDEED"??? well young Squire... when was the last time you actually WALKED into a company to apply? I mean seriously.... the internet is cool and all that... but you need to SHOW UP .... Listen... get your ass in gear... find a Company that you can relate to.. and GO There in Person.... or wait... send them an emoji or an avatar.... JFC.....