Meet Jamie, a 23-year-old recent graduate from the University of Waterloo’s Environmental Studies program. With a keen interest in research and sustainability, Jamie has been navigating the competitive job market after graduating. Frustrated by the perceived gap between academic qualifications and available positions, particularly for those who might not be pursuing advanced degrees, Jamie often shares witty observations about the shifting job landscape on social media. With a quirky sense of humor and a penchant for self-reflection, they find themselves working part-time at Bath & Body Works while searching for that elusive research role that aligns with their passions.