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i used to live in a 3rd world country 8 months ago, and it had this huge problem of people not having jobs even after achieving a degree, and i thought that that kind of problem is only in 3rd world countries, but i find that even here, some degree graduates dont even have jobs after uni...
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you have to go on job interviews
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I agree, it's a scary thought. I'm not sure what to think, I just know it's about going into a faculty and studying something that truly makes you happy because you don't want to be working at a job that you hate everyday. With this degree that you love its about making something of it. Put yourself out there and see where it takes you if there isn't already an actual 'job' out there for you.
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You always start at the bottom. It doesn't matter what you study. Even doctors have to begin somewhere. Many jobs at least guarantee a position if not right after graduation, then down the road, like medicine for example. It's in-demand, so there will always be a job opening for a doctor. Other jobs, you really have to look.
I live in the Maritimes, and that is a huge problem here too. If you have a trade, you have a decent chance of finding a job most likely right after you graduate. But with other jobs, it's a bit harder, and that's why a lot of people leave.
When you're choosing what to study or where to study, keep that in mind. But don't be afraid to study something because it may not have a job waiting for you the second you receive your diploma. If you have to move to find a job or start a low-paying job to get your foot in the door of the industry, it will all be worth it in the end if you love what you're doing!
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i am scared. but i think whatever happens, is going to happen. you kind of have to go with it. see what other opportunities are out there.
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everyone has that happen
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you need experience to get a job and you need a job to get experience.
the best way to avoid the problem of getting out of university with student loans, a degree and no job,
is to either have a leg in already (like your dad's friend owns a company you could work for and get the right kind of experience)
or do a LOT of research before you pick your major so you can figure out what kindof jobs you're looking at, then while you're in university talk to people and look around, get your name out there and you'd be surprised - someone will talk to another person who will talk to another person who will suggest you to someone who's hiring. don't just go with the flow and expect people to call you up and say "i hear you graduated would you like a job in the field that you've been studying?"
you have to look around and talk to employers especially in your last year of university
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Not being able to find a job with my degree is something that I've been thinking a lot about lately.
I suppose you've just got to follow your heart and do a little research before you pick your program. If you can understand demongraphics, life will become a lot easier after getting a degree.
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i think that all depends on how driven you are to find the right job....you have to be ambitious and not give in when searching for a job and eventually you will land yourself one that is very satisfying
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perhaps while you're still in school apply for positions within university itself---e.g. TA ing or lab assistant (if you're in the sciences)--that'll give you some good (and relevant) job experience to use as reference when you apply for a 'major' job after graduation.
plus in the industry intensive fields (sciences, eng, math, computer science, etc. sort) a lot of the times the profs themselves will have connections to companies so if you can get your name and face into their memory (positively of course!) that might help as they'll likely want to refer the A- student who has helped them in their research/teaching oevr the A student who they just know from seeing in class. That's what i think (/hope) at least
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ramunalem wrote:i used to live in a 3rd world country 8 months ago, and it had this huge problem of people not having jobs even after achieving a degree, and i thought that that kind of problem is only in 3rd world countries, but i find that even here, some degree graduates dont even have jobs after uni... it also depends on what kind of degree you're talking about. if it's a BA with a major in philosophy, that's not likely to get you a job most places. Even a masters with a focus in philosophy might not do you as well in the job market (perhaps in certain consultation positions, but those'll be hard to find) as compared to four or five years of engineering. you've got to choose your program with the career possibilities in mind (and of course whether or not you'd enjoy what you do)
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It is a stark reality that many grads, especially univesity grads, can not attain employment even with a degree, many in fact resort to going to college after earning a degree in order to get the necessary hands on experience the college corriculum provides so much of.
Your best way to improve your chances of obtaining employment upon graduation is to take your education seriously while you are in school and learn as much as possible in your chosen field, knowledge is power after all.
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ramunalem wrote:i used to live in a 3rd world country 8 months ago, and it had this huge problem of people not having jobs even after achieving a degree, and i thought that that kind of problem is only in 3rd world countries, but i find that even here, some degree graduates dont even have jobs after uni... what happens after graduation? you marry.
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hahahaha this is such a good thread.
what the heck DOES happen when we graduate?
oh university. i dont understand the point of it is, yet i spend 10's of thousands each year trying to find out.
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after high school grad? you go into the program of your choice and try to figure out the meaning of life. get decent marks and aim to graduate from university. get a job ASAP after graduating so you make money.
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I think people make the misconception that just because you got a bacherlor's degree automatically means that you'll get a job. I know quite a few people that didn't fully think about their major in university and so they studied for 4 years and are now working in the restaurant industry. You should pick a major that you are interested in and that you can also have a future career in. It's not always about grades either, I think it's really important to network while in university. Majority of jobs out there aren't posted online or on job boards, but found through connections.
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after grad? everyone should work at least one full year in a dead end job to get a little understanding of the real world. it sucks. sure, university may cost a lot of money, but its better to be broke and doing something you like to do, than to be just broke. also, i understand that if you work a year and live on your own, debt piles up. i had help in this department with understanding parents that just wanted to show me life, not let it eat me alive so they helped out a bit.
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