Graduating Into Uncertainty? How to Actually Land Your First Tech Job

Graduating Into Uncertainty? How to Actually Land Your First Tech Job

From The Skip Podcast by Nikhyl Singhal

July 9, 2025 · 1h 7m

About this episode

This episode provides essential early-career advice for recent graduates and those entering the tech job market.

In this episode, I’m joined by my co-host Carly Malatskey to share the early-career playbook most people wish they had at 21. Whether you're fresh out of college, navigating your first job, or advising someone who is — this episode is for you. – Key topics • Why your first job should feel like a sprint, not a stroll • How to tell if your job is setting you up — or holding you back • The truth about internships (they matter more than your degree) • How to stand out when applying — and why “spray and pray” fails • Why it’s okay (even smart) to view your first job as a stepping stone • Red flags and green flags once you’re hired • How to network in a way that doesn’t feel transactional • The mindset shift that separates top performers early in career • Why working in-person still gives you an edge • How to take real risks when you have the least to lose – Where to find Nikhyl: Twitter/X LinkedIn – Where to find Carly: LinkedIn She Leads Podcast Twitter/X – Join The Skip: Skip Coach Skip Community – Find The Skip: Website Substack YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts – Don't forget to subscribe to The Skip to hear me coach you through timely career lessons. If you’re interested in joining…

People in this episode

Host: Nikhyl Singhal

Guest: Carly Malatskey

Topics covered

  • early career advice
  • job market navigation
  • internships
  • networking
  • career mindset
  • first job strategies

Keywords

  • first tech job
  • career advice
  • internships
  • networking
  • job applications
  • career mindset
  • job market

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Organizations: She Leads Podcast, Skip Coach, Skip Community, Substack, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts

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