I need some advice on how to break into the industry. I am a new grad, and after applying to a great number of jobs, am still having difficulty finding something.
I graduated from a top tier university with my Masters in Chemistry under a prestigious researcher. The lab I worked in was a DOE facility (attached to the university.) My research focused on Gen.IV. super-critical water reactor corrosion (SSC) and I have several publications and an excellent academic record. I also have a few years experience (before returning to graduate school) at Atomic Energy of Canada (AECL) (Thermal-hydraulic Modeling) and Ontario Power Generation (Ontario Hydro) (Simulator development.) I even know how to use MCNP and FACSIMILE.
I think my main disadvantage is being a Canadian Citizen, but I'm starting to become discouraged after looking for work for over six months now, and despite several interviews, finding nothing.
Any advice?