I have a bachelor's in economics, now what?

Question

I've been looking high and low for jobs. I've been using online job boards and I send out an average 20 applications per week if not more. I sent out over 250 resumes this summer I have a 3.1 GPA and a 3.3 major GPA. I went to a large New York state school out on LI. I recently completed an internship for a small investment firm out on Wall Street. I haven't gotten so much as one goddamn interview. Where do I go from here? I'm considering going back to school and getting a master's degree. (Possibly in economics although I'm not sure how marketable that will be). My questions is where do I go from here? I need to start making money soon and this job hunt isn't looking too good.

Answer 1

Why not the investment firm you interned for?

Answer 2

I also have a bachelor's degree in Economics, and many of my classmates have found it hard to locate a job. I chose a career in government, and I work in Economic Development. Try government jobs. Remember that you need to be able to sale your ability to think critically, and logically.  

Answer 3

In this economy, getting a Masters degree (or higher) may be highly advisable, as the job opportunities are too far and few.  By going back to school, you may be effectively "riding out" this storm.  You can always find a campus job to supplement your income./

Answer 4

Congratulations on attaining your degree. Importantly right now you need to get employment. Like buying a home, the first one will not be your last. So it is with jobs. Have a look around at any job that is conveniently close to home and apply for it. Never mind that it is not in keeping with your degree. Regardless of the type of work experience you get, there are skills that you learn, such as getting there on time every day, following instructions, learning how to work with people even if they are not particularly helpful, and cooperative. Working as a member of a team. Further skills learned are the ability to accept responsibility, the opportunity to be innovative and to suggest ways to improve production processes and systems.

When applying for a job which does not require your degree qualifications, I suggest that you do not mention it as sometimes this will work to your disadvantage. The employer will not want to engage you knowing that you will be looking to move on.