Navigating Career Uncertainty as a Computer Science Graduate in India Seeking Remote Opportunities

I’m a computer science student in India, about to graduate in a few months, and I’m feeling pretty lost about my career path. I don’t have any professional experience or internships, and my resume is lacking. I also have a career gap after my undergraduate degree, which makes me feel older than the typical fresh graduate here. I’m aware that these factors can make it really tough to get through the initial screening stages for jobs in India. I’ve been contemplating whether there’s a way to find a remote job with a US or international company instead of sticking to the traditional Indian job market. I’m not just looking for software engineering roles; I’m open to any legitimate remote job that I can do from India. I’d be happy with a salary around $20k/year, which would be a decent income in my area. I have to admit that my technical skills are not where I want them to be. Most of my projects during my degree relied heavily on AI, and I don’t feel confident enough in my coding abilities to call myself a software developer. With AI changing the job landscape, I’m even more uncertain about my prospects. I’m struggling to figure out where to start. I don’t know what types of international remote jobs are available for someone in my situation, what skills I should focus on developing, or where these jobs are even listed. The Indian entry-level job market feels daunting, and the thought of trying to break into an international market is overwhelming. I’m looking for honest advice from anyone who works for a US or international company, especially those involved in hiring. What roles can realistically be done remotely from India? Would a company consider hiring someone with my background, career gap, and lack of experience? What skills should I develop to increase my employability? Are there specific industries or companies that are more open to international hires? With AI impacting entry-level jobs, what skills are becoming more valuable? I’m really hoping for some concrete guidance. If you were in my shoes, just months away from graduation with a weak resume and limited technical skills, what steps would you take? Where would you look for jobs, and what would you aim for first? If anyone has successfully transitioned from India to a remote role with a US or international company, I’d love to hear your story. I’m not looking for motivational advice; I just want to understand the path ahead. And if $20k/year is unrealistic for someone in my position, I’d appreciate that honesty too. I want to avoid blindly applying for jobs in India if there are better opportunities out there.

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