“A new twist (of the knife) on the old “We want a 20 year old with 30 year’s experience” chestnut...”
I very much sympathize, my earlier comments were to encourage you not to think like a victim, even if you are one (somewhat), I’d like to see you be able to overcome a bad job market. Just wishing you well. I know “start your own business” is a big deal, but maybe even a small thing on the side would help with income, confidence, contacts, etc.
As for “new college graduate,” one thing I can understand is that they want to pay a starter salary, not an experienced salary.
I’m 70 and today took on a new client
It’s actually quite amusing, in a few short years I’ve gone from being the young guy that didn’t have the experience they wanted, to being the guy that has the experience they want, but the miles they don’t!
My last two (unpaid) jobs were failed start-ups.
I’ve got the idea I need for another turn in the barrel, but can’t afford the barrel!
If someone out there wants pressure sensors that cost fractions of a cent, send ‘em my way.
I have fully functional prototypes...
It's not just that. They won't take experience at a starting salary.
Until the economy improves and some HR droids get drop kicked to the sidelines, it will remain the same.
The 'small thing on the side' does help, but you have to be careful going black market.
'Eff 'em. I've reduced the expenses so much that I can pan-handle enough to pay the bills.
/johnny