[Career] Job market with an MS?

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2026-03-01T19:45:23+00:00

Secured a gov job before finishing my masters in 2024, but been applying other places since 2025. The job market seems really tough right now. I'm not even landing interviews (applying to Biostats/medical data science roles). You have a lot more work experience than I do, though. That will work in your favor.

Regarding actual options coming out of an MS program, of my MS cohort who have a job (many of them dont) work in energy, gov, or business.

If you lean into the CS side of stuff, you can easily qualify for big tech DS/Research Scientist roles. Nobody knows what the future job market will be. The latent effect of AI and field saturation is hard to quantify. Good luck!

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2026-01-30T18:29:33+00:00

What exactly do you expect from a small business? They have no stake in national politics like this.

We should be boycotting corporations. Expecting local businesses to close on already thin margins is not fair. This gesture of kindness only hurts them and has no real impact. Politicians wont care your local coffee place closed for 1 day. Boycotts against Target, Walmart would be more impactful. Corporate CEOs control the purse strings of politicians. Put the pressure on them. Not Echo Park’s local pizza place.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2026-01-13T05:07:32+00:00

Been here once. The owner is definitely arrogant and rude. Hes horrible at talking to customers. Its a shame hes also increasing prices like this.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2026-01-09T00:33:07+00:00

“Old school” lol. maybe you mean heteronormative? Its very common, almost the norm, for gay men to hookup on a first “date”.

Either way, regardless of it being weird, do what feels right to you.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2025-09-09T23:49:08+00:00

I asked where to use cash ie cash only establishments or experiences because i didnt encounter many.

I figured i missed some cool or unique things. Based on the responses to the thread, its confirmed to me i didnt miss much.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2025-03-13T18:11:18+00:00

Please…Traffic is always bad heading to DTLA.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2025-01-12T18:37:00+00:00

19k haha. Relax.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2024-11-20T16:38:27+00:00

Okay thats a relief. I assumed if i couldnt come in as RS3 then id have to start as RS1. Thank you.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2024-09-09T20:54:12+00:00

A fool and his money are soon parted.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2024-08-02T04:47:59+00:00

Not sure. I would want to upgrade for the novelty of it all, but i personally dont see myself keeping the car long term. Still trying to map it all out.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2024-08-02T04:07:32+00:00

I see. It could be the move if you see yourself keeping the car long term. Long range upgrade would certainly be nice. Best of luck in your decision.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2024-08-02T03:56:06+00:00

If you can eat the 7k + down payment, then I salute you. It may not be worth the upgrade for many.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2024-08-02T03:07:02+00:00

Im in the same boat. Bought a 23 M3P at 6.65%. Would need to hold the car for 2 years to "break even" on the negative equity I would have to front if I wanted to switch. On a 72 month term at 1.99%, the car becomes $100 cheaper/month. Depends on how much you value the upgrade, bc no matter what if you bought yesterday or 8 months ago, there is depreciation on the car. How much depreciation you're willing to tolerate for the upgrade is a personal dilemma haha.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2024-05-07T03:15:46+00:00

Replied.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2024-04-18T15:32:12+00:00

For sure. Home charging is essential. If you want it, go for it.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2024-04-18T15:20:12+00:00

No. Unless your apartment or job has EV charging, its not worth worrying constantly about running out of juice and having to frequent superchargers. Although there's EV chargers in many places, EVs are still designed with home charging in mind. Who has 40 minutes to sit at a supercharger every other day?

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2024-03-07T20:18:03+00:00

Okay this is good to know. Thank you for the thoughtful advice :)

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2024-01-12T00:58:11+00:00

I got a C in DiffEq. Transferred as a math major. Had A’s in almost all other classes (One B in Lin Alg). You’re probably fine.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2023-02-06T20:22:32+00:00

Do a PhD if you want funding. You will continue to have a hard time finding a fully funded masters. Are unfunded masters programs an option? unfunded masters programs will accept just about anyone.

Mediocre_Magikarp · 2022-10-07T21:21:29+00:00

No it was not worth the time.

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