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Hope I am not repeating anything--lots of people have talked about networking etc., but another suggestion is to get a mentor. Find some fabulous woman in your field/area who has connections and ask her for an hour of her time to do an informational interview. If you find the information she provides helpful, tell her you've been looking for someone to serve as a mentor and that you're wondering if she might have the time to take you on. You might look to some of your more "mature/experienced" sorority sisters living in your area as a resource.
Two years ago, I was preparing for a move half way across the country where I knew no one. I did some research on organizations in the area I was moving to, and found a woman working in my field who used to work where I was moving from. I met her for an informational interview and then had an opportunity almost a year later to interview with her for a position at her organization. I was not selected for that position, but used the opportunity to ask her to mentor me. She arranged for a part-time position for me in her department--although not what I was ideally looking for, it has turned out great because I am able to pursue other interests while maintain employment in my field. My mentor and I meet once a month to discuss prospects and my future plans. I am now applying for graduate school after she provided me with the encouragement to do so.
The job market is tough right now. Take heart in the fact that many of us have been where you are--my first job after college was as a nanny making $200 a week.
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