India, July 20 -- One recent graduate, after securing his first job on an H-1B visa, was laid off just a few weeks into the role. Now, nearly nine months later, he's still unemployed and clinging to hope on a temporary visa.

The 2024 data science graduate told M9News that he's applied to over 300 positions since the layoff, but not a single job offer has come through.

"Every day feels like a countdown," he said. "I'm doing everything I can, but I'm running low on time, money, and hope."

Notably, after completing his Master's degree from a U.S. university and gaining internship experience, he landed a dream job. But only 30 days in, he was let go. "I never thought my first job would only last 30 days. I feel stuck in limbo. There's no c...