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I graduated with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering in December 2010, and I have had no luck in finding a job. I have applied to all sorts of entry-level mechanical engineering jobs and other entry-level engineering jobs that will take mechanical engineers all over the place (I have not been limiting myself geographically). I have had a few interviews, but nothing came of those interviews. I have gone to all sorts of career sites (monster, careerbuilder, indeed, simplyhired, and created accounts for numerous engineering companies on their websites). 

I know my lack of experience is hurting me. I went to a Top 5 engineering school here in the U.S. where it is very hard to get out in four years. I usually took classes in the summers so that I would get out in a reasonable amount of time (4.5 years). Also, since I went to a Top 5 school, the academics were very rigorous leaving me with a shitty GPA, but I did pass the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) Exam, and I am a certified Engineer-In-Training (EIT). I have knowledge of general mechanical engineering principles, CAD, FEA, Materials Selection / Failure Analysis, and Electronic Digital Packaging (through electives I took). I also held leadership positions in organizations I was involved with on-campus, and for 5 semesters, I volunteered at least 26 hours in the community.

I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on what I should think about doing. I have applied to all sorts of Mechanical Engineering jobs because I am interested in anything right now. I know one thing that has been coming back to kill me is the lack of hands on experience. I was wondering if engineering would be a good career option right now, or if I should try something else and come back to engineering later. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

I am a U.S. Citizen, and I can work anywhere in the U.S.
<bot>: Having a hard time finding an entry-level engineering job, should I look outside of engineering for a job, and if so what would be a good entry-level job for a person with an engineering background?