Are Graduates Finding Jobs?

toneranger
Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:07:01 +0000

The Dad…that’s helpful to know. Son, rising senior with a really good GPA, applied to numerous internships in his field, got a few interviews, and was even invited on a few second interviews - but got NOTHING. I do think he improved his interviewing skills so I guess that counts for something.
He did get a full time summer job but it won’t help him in his job search when he graduates next year. Just like this year, they look for previous related experience (even for an internship!). Anyway, an unpaid stint was out of the question…he really needed to make money this summer. It’s a bit of a catch 22.
I feel bad sometimes that I don’t have the connections to get him in anywhere. I read in the WSJ that this is the way many kids get their start. He’ll figure it out though…he has a lot to offer if someone would just give him the chance!