u/Level-Aerie8444

Hi everyone,
I’m a 2026 AI & Data Science graduate currently on a mission to convert my skills, projects, and countless job applications into an actual paycheck. 😭
I’ve worked on projects involving AI/ML, Computer Vision, Python, and AI chatbots, and I’m actively looking for opportunities as a Junior AI Engineer, Python Developer, Software Engineer Trainee, or Data Analyst.
If anyone has openings, referral opportunities, or advice on where freshers are actually getting hired in 2026, I’d be incredibly grateful. At this point, I’m accepting referrals, career advice, interview tips, and good luck wishes. 🙏
Thanks in advance, and I promise to pay it forward once I escape the fresher job market!

2026 Btech graduate here. At this point, I have two full-time jobs:
Applying for jobs
Checking my email every 5 minutes for a reply that never comes. 😭
I’ve learned Python, AI/ML, built projects, optimized my resume, and watched enough “How I got placed” videos to earn an honorary HR degree.
To the seniors and employed people of Reddit:
Which role currently has the most openings for freshers?
What skill should I focus on if I want a job ASAP?
How did you get your first break?
Any advice, referrals, or reality checks are appreciated. Thanks in advance from a future employee (hopefully). 🙏