Unemployed for almost 1 year I was let go in December last year due to Trump administration. I have applied for hundreds of jobs most ghost- and I truly believe some job postings aren't actually hiring. Back in June I had a job interview thought I had when invited for a second round they disappeared actually scheduled the interview and then no one showed up. I have used the last of my savings and I am beginning to enter a panic as the holidays are approaching.

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Yes, as mentioned earlier, broaden your scope to find a job sooner. That being said don't shy away from looking for a part time, freelance jobs in your niche area.

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I’m so sorry. I know it’s tough out there right now. Ugh

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Can you apply for jobs outside of government? Or are you strictly looking for government jobs? It might be worth broadening your search if it's really that bleak. I'm sorry you're going through that.

Use your network. Government jobs are all about networking and applying through reccommendations. Surely you have a friend of a friend somewhere who knows of an open position.

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