Dear Blind Community, I'm reaching out to you today with a heavy heart and an overwhelming sense of despair. My journey in the software development world has taken a cruel and unexpected turn, and I find myself in a nightmarish cycle of joblessness and rejection. Two years ago, I embarked on a promising career path in the United States, fueled by dreams and aspirations. I worked hard to secure a job, and I was proud to be a part of a dynamic team at Amazon Web Services. But in May 2023, I was laid off, leaving me shattered and adrift. Since that fateful day, I have sent out over a thousand job applications, pouring my heart and soul into every single one. I've managed to secure interviews with more than ten companies, but every time I've come within touching distance of an opportunity, I've been met with inexplicable rejections. Reasons like "found an experienced candidate" or vague excuses have left me feeling utterly defeated, wondering if my talents and qualifications have any value at all. But there's more to this story that I want to share. I'm not just a software developer; I'm also an international student with looming student loans that weigh heavily on my shoulders. The burden of repaying these loans, combined with the financial responsibility of a car loan, has become an unbearable weight. The fear of not being able to meet these financial obligations haunts me every day. As an international candidate, I'm faced with the harsh reality that my dream job may be tied to future work visa authorization. However, each time I check the box indicating my need for this authorization, my applications are met with instantaneous rejection. It feels as though my dreams are slipping through my fingers, and I am trapped in a cycle of despair and uncertainty. I have reached out to my network, sought referrals, and scoured job platforms like LinkedIn, only to discover that many entry-level positions demand years of experience that seem unattainable for someone at my stage in life. It's a cruel irony that I'm sure many others in my shoes can relate to. I'm writing this message anonymously, hoping against hope that someone out there can offer a lifeline, a glimmer of hope in this dark and turbulent sea of despair. If you know of any job openings, if you can offer guidance, or if you simply have a word of encouragement, I implore you to reach out to me through this platform. I'm deeply passionate about software development, and I believe that my skills and determination can make a meaningful difference in any team. I'm willing to learn, adapt, and work tirelessly to secure my future and repay my debts. Your support and kindness could make all the difference in the world to me. Thank you for taking the time to read my desperate plea, and I'm holding onto the hope that someone out there will extend a hand to help me find my way out of this darkness. Sincerely, An International Software Developer, Drowning in Debt and Despair #layoff #Amazon #meta #google #Tech #SoftwareEngineering #datascience #earlycareers #startups #recruiters #severance #workvisa #Askblinders #officelife #referral #adobe #affirm #airbnb #airtable #amazon #aws #apple #atlassian #asana #audible #aurora #argoai #benchling #blackrock #bloomberg #block #brex #box #cloudera #cloudflare #coda #coinbase #chime #citadel #chase #calendly #coursera #cruise #databricks #datadog #digitalocean #doordash #discord #docusign #duolingo #dropbox #epicgames #ebay #expedia #facebook #faang #faangmula #figma #github #gitlab #grammarly #groupon #grubhub #google #goldmansachs #headspace #indeed #instacart #intuit #janestreet #jpmorgan #lattice #linkedin #lyft #meta #microsoft #miro #mongodb #morganstanley #netflix #netlify #notion #nvidia #nuro #opendoor #oracle #palantir #paloaltonetworks #patreon #paypal #peloton #pinterest #plaid #qualcomm #quora #ramp #razorpay #reddit #ripple #rippling #roblox #robinhood #roku #salesforce #slack #shopify #spotify #sofi #snowflake #snap #snapchat #square #squarespace #stripe #sonos #stackoverflow #tableau #tesla #tinder #tiktok #twitter #twilio #twitch #samsara #twosigma #uber #visa #vmware #waymo #wework #yelp #zillow #zoom
You don’t have to pay your loans if you go back to your country. There’s not much they can do if you’re not in US anymore
I understand, but I want to clarify that the student loan I have is from my home country, not in US.
Don’t go home then :) make another home
Post this under tech industry topics & give a tldr and make shorter
He thinks long sob story makes this h1b extra deserving for a job
Please dm with job ids
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Getting a software job is on YOU. Not much a stranger can do
Good luck dude, and btw, Hinata is hot. But my new favorite anime girls are from chainsaw man
Get a grip. What’s so bad about going home?
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Sorry about the terrible situation you're in. The only way out is to keep hope and keep trying. One or other door will open. Also consider taking a lower paying job temporarily.
ChatGPT?
No, why would you ask that?
This is written really well but a bit too long for Blind. Hope you find something soon. Don’t lose hope.