Title says it all. I'm 24, two years out of undergrad, living in Washington, DC. I was a USAID staffer fresh out of school. It was my dream job. And then I got DOGE'd in January. After a grueling 6-month job search, I accepted a job that I knew wasn't the best fit but took it anyways. I was let go yesterday (partially due to fit, partially because the company was restructuring due to finances)
I have severance and unemployment that will cover living expenses for about 5-6 months. My partner and other family members can also help as needed so money-wise I'm ok-ish. My expenses are fairly low (just rent and student loans as I don't have a car, dependents, or other debt). My savings, however, are pretty much non-existent as I burned through what I had the first go around.
The idea of another job search season makes me want to scream. I don't want to do it again. I'm burnt out, the market is terrible and I'm angry at capitalism. I'm considering grad school but already have over 100k in student loan debt. Moving abroad isn't really a practical option as I am getting married in November and my partner's job isn't able to move with us. Just feeling very lost.