The social skills required in the work place are not the same for real relationships. You just need to know how to get along, small talk and some common courtesy. A good sense of humor and positive (even fake it) go a long way.

I know how you feel about having no real skills after finishing university. I'm the same way and work in a field entirely unrelated but, I don't mind. Definitely apply to anything you feel like you could do even if you don't meet all the requirements on the posting. You will need to meet some but use your judgement and be ready to learn the skills you don't have yet.

I mean really, what's the risk? They toss out your resume and move on to the next guy.

what you need to do is just go for it. you'll never know if you don't apply.

my first job, i was 19 already and thought, nobody wants to hire some 19yo who hasn't had a job yet! but i threw my resume in with everything, which surprised them because it was just a simple shoe store, so they hired me. i worked there for a year and a half before having my daughter in 2011 and then again for another 8 months before having my son this past July. and now, they want me back, and i'm going back as soon as we get the papers sorted out.

all you need is your foot in the door. make them notice you. and bug the **** out of them, too.

as for the public speaking and social skills, they will come to you when you put yourself out there. at least at work. i have no idea about friends, because i'm in the same boat there - can't seem to keep them interested for long. but it's worth a try.

just apply and see what happens.