before we talk to them in person, let's get to know desiree and emma. desiree thought she did everything right this college, the florida native mastered three languages, four internships, and a host of extracurricular activities. more than two years after graduation, she still hasn't landed what she calls a real job. >> today, i applied to a lot of different companies. >> reporter: and remains living with her parents. >> you're writing resumes. cover letters. they come back and say they moved on. >> reporter: 23-year-old emma sales knows what it's like. >> it's definitely really frustrating. how are you supposed to get that experience if someone doesn't give you a chance? >> reporter: she attends net yorking events and is all sending out resumes. since graj rating last year, has only landed jobs in retail. she counts on her family helping her with her bills. >> i never thought i would need my parents' financial support at 23. >> reporter: they're hardly alone. >> grads of 2014, entry level positions, the expectation is they come in the door with experie