u/Warm-Werewolf-8224

As an international student, it sometimes feels like you either play the game or get played. I've done two unpaid internships. I’ve applied for paid positions to no luck. While I'm grateful for the experience (debatable), it also feels like if I don't take these opportunities, someone else gladly will.

At the same time, I can't shake the feeling that my resume is still subpar, and I worry that I'll be stuck accepting "experience" as payment.

How do I stop feeling insecure about this stage of my career? Or better yet how can I put myself in a stronger position to start attracting paid internships or graduate roles?

My industry is business/management/admin roles btw.