Unemployment has cost me my sleep
Hi guys
Its been a while since I actually came on here because I dont know where else to dump the way I have been feeling. I graduated with a BS in a life sciences subject and have been in the labs despite the overwhelming academic stress so that I wouldnt have to deal with ‘no experience’ situations when it came to applying for jobs. Multiple internships at really good places and have always been involved with my community and I still cant land my first job.
My dream career was impossible to get to because I am not financially capable. So this was the next best thing and I just feel like i wasted my money, time, self worth and energy.
I feel like I have failed. I am stressed out day and night, my diet is awful and I have never been more physically unhealthy. I also havent slept at night in a long time. I want to make a career change but I am also not sure about it. I dont know what to do and I feel like I am depressed.
Sorry I forgot to add that its been a little more than a year that I have been looking for something. And I get that the job market is harsh atm but its just so unfair/ I just dont know where I am lacking
I worked in a pharmaceutical company that ran many many labs many of our life science research associates started through an agency this gave usually a 6 month to year try people out before offering permanent position.
there are a few science based placement companies maybe talk to them as they know the market well and some items are not advertised outside of the placement system.
@toughzebra I feel ya, I am stuck too. I just try to remind myself that this is my path, there is no right or wrong direction. Life will work out the way it's supposed to. Idk how much that helps but know you are not alone in this feeling
