So, I went for my interview last week… it went wonderfully and I was sure I made a fantastic impression. But, I got the sad news today that they are looking for someone who is better fitted for the position in terms of lugging production equipment around. I apparently made a fantastic impression and they thought I would be a perfect fit for their team – thus they will be considering me for future openings. However, I believe looks can be deceiving… I have picked up some mighty heavy equipment and am more than competent in lugging stuff around! Ask anyone at Lynn! You’ve surely passed me carrying a camera bag, microphones, tripod, laptop bag, hand bag, cup of coffee… all in one go!

So, I had a mini breakdown… this whole weekend has been a mini breakdown session for me. I am so incredibly frustrated! I highly recommend anyone that is about to graduate sincerely considers staying on at Lynn for an extra year or two and doing a Master’s degree. Trust me, you do not want to be looking for a job in this market! I have no idea what I am going to do. It’s worse as an international student as I have to apply for an H1B visa (work sponsorship) in the next year. The deadline for 2010 is in a week and I still don’t have a position. The only other option for me is to look for non-profit research entity positions (which I am actually very keen in working for) or positions at higher educational institutes. So, my job search has changed in terms of which positions I am looking for. I don’t think I have ever felt this frustrated before. I feel as though my hands are completely tied. I am trying so very hard to keep my chin up and see this in a positive light, but at this point I am just so despondent. I don’t know what to do, except keep on applying and applying and applying…
I just received a phone call from a media firm I sent my application to, however, although I was a perfect fit in terms of expertise and education, they feel it’s hypocritical in today’s economic crisis to employ a non- US citizen when there are so many Americans without jobs. I can understand that, however, considering I have lived, worked, and studied in the US for the past 5 years, I would hope that holds some validity.
Oh well, c’est la vie!

On the positive side, I never lost 70% of my investments, I have a roof over my head, food on the table and a fantastic education and shining resume! Plus, spring has arrived in DC!