>I don't really have any contacts. I was so focused on performing better scholastically that I had a nose-to-the-grindstone mentality and didn't develop those.
You likely are lacking in interpersonal skills as well. Talking to people and interviewing well are skills just like any other, they can be improved.
This book may be of help to you:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0544800842/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Wcrjyb6RHD7XH