My two cents on it is to first identify what you want to focus on as this is critical in finding the opportunities that you will enjoy the most and as a result be more likely to succeed at. Make a list of like 5 things that you think would interest you career-wise (could be specific industries you want to work it, specific tools you want to use in your job, etc...).
Then once you have that list make a list of companies/opportunities that match those interests. Do a bit of research on each company and find the relevant person to get in touch with about opportunities at the company. Send a personal email to that person detailing what interests you about the company and asking about any opportunities with that company or if they know of anyone else hiring that you could be a good fit for. If they say you aren't a good fit, ask what skills you would need to be a better fit. Find the common skills that emerge as you hear back from companies and pursue learning the ones you hear about the most.
Most of the jobs I have gotten were never posted on a job board but instead materialized from reaching out to folks. In college I knew I wanted to live in Maine for a summer and knew I wanted to do GIS work. I emailed several people in the state government, heard back from one. He didn't have any opportunities but directed me to someone else at the state who was looking for an intern. I ended up getting this unposted internship and was able to move to Maine and do GIS work.
Then once you have that list make a list of companies/opportunities that match those interests. Do a bit of research on each company and find the relevant person to get in touch with about opportunities at the company. Send a personal email to that person detailing what interests you about the company and asking about any opportunities with that company or if they know of anyone else hiring that you could be a good fit for. If they say you aren't a good fit, ask what skills you would need to be a better fit. Find the common skills that emerge as you hear back from companies and pursue learning the ones you hear about the most.
Most of the jobs I have gotten were never posted on a job board but instead materialized from reaching out to folks. In college I knew I wanted to live in Maine for a summer and knew I wanted to do GIS work. I emailed several people in the state government, heard back from one. He didn't have any opportunities but directed me to someone else at the state who was looking for an intern. I ended up getting this unposted internship and was able to move to Maine and do GIS work.
Hope this helps a bit!