A computer science grad called the job market a 'bloodbath.' Now she has good news.
A computer science graduate's job search offers a hopeful lesson about AI, automation, and the future of work.
TL;DR
- Kiran Maya Sheikh, a recent computer science graduate, faced a difficult job market where employers favored experienced workers over new graduates.
- She described the job search as a "bloodbath," competing against experienced engineers, other graduates, and potentially AI.
- Kiran actively gained experience through volunteer work and fellowships while continuing her job search.
- She eventually landed her first full-time job as a software engineer at the Virginia Digital Service.
- An example of automation in an Amazon warehouse shows increased employment and new roles for humans supervising machines, though potential job growth could be limited by automation.
- Kiran's job search lessons emphasize the importance of networking and that results come from a combination of effort and luck, with more actions increasing chances of success.