Tough life as a startup. Can not give you much advice, I went off on my own, independent. Hard, but if you can bite through, it is worth the effort. Start with little local jobs, small businesses, join clubs where those people meet, get involved in the community, that often opens doors…
Good luck.
Here is some good
Info for a new or long time participant here on sitepoint. And don't forget to read the
FAQ You get to post your own avatar after 25 posts in the forums. General Chat and Introduction will not be counted. Enjoy!
PS. There is also a
Design Contests area, where many young designers compete for jobs. Look into it, might get you a start