<p>The problem with the economy is that there is very little infrastructure development going on, which is where a lot of Civil Engineers get hired into. When it does pick up, and there will be a lag between financing and development back to financing and then to construction, those who have the work experience will have the upper hand for most jobs. </p>
<p>If you are interested in the military than it might be a good route, not everyone goes to war torn areas.</p>
<p>You could look into grad schools, but the low gpa will be an issue.</p>
<p>I would try harder to get the work experience. Cast a wider net if possible.</p>