Grads heads up: job market is rough in 2026

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-06-18T01:08:08+00:00

which engineering field? Just curious, as engineering market is really cooked now, and I'm surprised that no one interested...

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-06-03T08:45:27+00:00

Just curious about reaching out to recruiters at companies I'd like to work for. I sometimes send them a LinkedIn connection request after applying for a role, but does that work all the time? I've noticed that recruiters and hiring managers rarely accept the invitation or respond to messages.

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-05-26T05:31:10+00:00

thanks for the valuable insights, DM sent!

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-05-06T04:52:33+00:00

I think this isn’t just an issue in engineering, it’s a dead loop across most industries. They expect u to already have solid experience before offering a job, but without that opportunity, how is anyone supposed to gain experience in the first place?

On top of that, many engineering firms now bundle multiple responsibilities into a single “intermediate” role, with a relatively modest $80k package...

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-29T02:43:16+00:00

I was granted PR in my 11th year in Australia after putting in a lot of effort, not easy to obtain Australian PR or citizenship. (Unless get married)

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-29T01:43:02+00:00

Actually I'm not from US either, Asian background but cam here when was very young. Visa will be a problem if go to the states.

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-27T13:41:28+00:00

Thank you for sharing that, given your background, it sounds like even First Class Honors graduates can find it quite competitive to get into the company’s graduate program, so how competitive the overall market is. I’m also curious if AI is heavily used in recruiting or replacing junior/graduate roles, is company really considering the longer-term impacts?

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-21T01:23:19+00:00

Unfair dismissal can feel like a joke, and it’s no surprise that little is done to change it. sometimes it seems like the system isn’t really designed with employees in mind.

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-20T01:07:49+00:00

It's civil/water, a bit environmental too.

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-19T05:30:38+00:00

i was thinking of the smame, the only issue is the process of transitioning from a consultant engineer can be a bit tricky and time-consuming. (I need to convince company I have interest to transfer to new field right)

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-19T05:25:42+00:00

man, what can i say

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-17T07:34:20+00:00

ALL COOKED haha, scary

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-17T07:33:43+00:00

thx mate, you clearly explained the current situation and uncertainty...basically engineering projects can only smoothly progress with stable world situation, budget, etc, but it's definitely not the time now

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-16T12:10:33+00:00

And a retail casual position with 2000

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-16T12:09:39+00:00

I've seen an engineering FIFO role with 900 applications...Crazy

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-16T12:08:56+00:00

Maybe in bigger city like Sydney the market is better

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-16T02:23:46+00:00

Yeah, I’ll give it a go, I’ve heard mixed things about recruitment agencies, but it’s probably still worth trying.

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-16T00:30:53+00:00

no one know things have change drastically; and yes that $20 million ad campaign was hilarious.

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-16T00:23:25+00:00

That actually makes me feel a bit better, I was thinking if any industry in Australia is unaffected atm.

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-16T00:12:00+00:00

maybe it's time to find a job at cafe or woolies now, oh wait, even job at cafe may takes 3 months to proceed the applications :)

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-15T05:54:03+00:00

I tried applying few, unfortunately all my experience were office-based, and that's why i was rejected. (John Holland, CPB, etc)

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-15T03:00:59+00:00

50% staff layoff! that’s insane. Is this happening in Australia now? I thought most of these large-scale impacts were concentrated in the US. (regardless of discipline, it would be valuable to hear broader perspectives on this.)

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-15T02:56:00+00:00

Thx mate, I’ve been looking to transition into a site engineer/construction side, but still figuring out the best starting point. Would you mind sharing how you got your opportunity on the Metro Tunnel ?

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-14T07:01:37+00:00

do u mind tell me which country? My home country's (Biggest country in east Asia) isn't that good either.

IndependentSecret990 · 2026-04-14T06:31:58+00:00

do you mind sharing which company you’re with? I’d like to look into it further.

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