Is this right?

[gigapet]

Originally posted by: ntsf
So, let me add to the question: Shouldn't I be able to get a decent job with a BS degree? (even if the CS is just an extra)

amazon is hiring look at the sticky thread at the top

if your a self starter why dont you self start your own software company or soemthing else

 

[RichieZ]

you are very vague on your experience, what exactly did you do at your internships? and where did you go to school?

 

[adelphi]

orville?

 

[ntsf]

Originally posted by: gigapet

Originally posted by: ntsf
So, let me add to the question: Shouldn't I be able to get a decent job with a BS degree? (even if the CS is just an extra)

amazon is hiring look at the sticky thread at the top

if your a self starter why dont you self start your own software company or soemthing else

Thanks - that's what paid for college - my own s/w consulting business. But I want a steady salary at this point - THAT is what I'm dealing with...

 

[ntsf]

Originally posted by: RichieZ
you are very vague on your experience, what exactly did you do at your internships? and where did you go to school?

System administration (mostly Linux), perl scripting (couple of years ago, now), server setups, network setups, some tech support...

 

[ntsf]

Originally posted by: adelphi
orville?

eh?

 

Post your resume.

 

[Zenmervolt]

Have you talked with any staffing companies? They can be really helpful and motivated to help find you a job. Gotaa be kinda persistant with them though in the beginning.

ZV

 

[mugs]

Originally posted by: ntsf

Originally posted by: jpeyton
What's your first name?

It's an American name, why?

My guess is he's asking because studies have shown that if you have an "ethnic" sounding name you have to send out about 10 times as many resumes to get a response.

 

[ntsf]

Originally posted by: Zenmervolt
Have you talked with any staffing companies? They can be really helpful and motivated to help find you a job. Gotaa be kinda persistant with them though in the beginning.

ZV

I tried one - the guy sent me on an interview to one location, turned out the interview and job were an hour away from where he sent me :roll:

 

[ntsf]

Originally posted by: mugs

Originally posted by: ntsf

Originally posted by: jpeyton
What's your first name?

It's an American name, why?

My guess is he's asking because studies have shown that if you have an "ethnic" sounding name you have to send out about 10 times as many resumes to get a response.

funny how they have no problem hiring programmers other countries though.

 

[mugs]

Originally posted by: ntsf

Originally posted by: mugs

My guess is he's asking because studies have shown that if you have an "ethnic" sounding name you have to send out about 10 times as many resumes to get a response.

funny how they have no problem hiring programmers other countries though.

Yeah I think Asians are an exception to that rule... If your name is Juan Valdez, good luck finding a white collar job. It's a subconscious reaction I think.

 

[KeyserSoze]

Originally posted by: ntsf

Originally posted by: gigapet

Originally posted by: ntsf
So, let me add to the question: Shouldn't I be able to get a decent job with a BS degree? (even if the CS is just an extra)

amazon is hiring look at the sticky thread at the top

if your a self starter why dont you self start your own software company or soemthing else

Thanks - that's what paid for college - my own s/w consulting business. But I want a steady salary at this point - THAT is what I'm dealing with...

If you feel comfortable, perhaps post your resume here? (Without personal Info.) And I'm sure some of us could help you. If you'd like, I'd be more than happy to take a look at it. (Although I don't know how much insight I could really give.)




KeyserSoze

 

[KEV1N]

Sometimes you fall victim to circumstances. Yes, you may have a good GPA and everything but don't have a feeling of entitlement. Nobody owes you a job. Apply everywhere and take what you can get, entry level or not. I don't think a stable income should be your main concern right now... it's getting your foot in the door. Good luck.

 

[DaveSimmons]

Originally posted by: ntsf

Originally posted by: RichieZ
you are very vague on your experience, what exactly did you do at your internships? and where did you go to school?

System administration (mostly Linux), perl scripting (couple of years ago, now), server setups, network setups, some tech support...

That reads like IT experience rather than software development experience.

If you're looking for a software development job you should definitely be looking for an entry-level job (which sadly are pretty scarce).

Actually a lot of employers won't put much stock in having your own company before college, since that's pretty common for CS folk and doesn't show that you can work for someone else and follow their rules.

 

[ntsf]

If I were create a resume that just said "BS Degree.... blah blah" how hard would it be for me to get an entry level job in *something*. say, unrelated to tech?

 

Originally posted by: SampSon
Post your resume.

 

[ntsf]

Originally posted by: DaveSimmons

Originally posted by: ntsf

Originally posted by: RichieZ
you are very vague on your experience, what exactly did you do at your internships? and where did you go to school?

System administration (mostly Linux), perl scripting (couple of years ago, now), server setups, network setups, some tech support...

That reads like IT experience rather than software development experience.

If you're looking for a software development job you should definitely be looking for an entry-level job (which sadly are pretty scarce).

Actually a lot of employers won't put much stock in having your own company before college, since that's pretty common for CS folk and doesn't show that you can work for someone else and follow their rules.

And most of the apps I've sent out are for entry level and above IT positions... Although I'd take a s/w job, it's not what I'm aiming for.

 

[blahblah99]

Yeah, post your resume. There's probably something fundamentally wrong with the resume for employers not to respond.

 

[ntsf]

Originally posted by: SampSon

Originally posted by: SampSon
Post your resume.

Don't have my current one with me at the moment...

 

Not at home?
Ah well.

 

[mugs]

If you're willing to relocate, look at the Northern VA/DC area. From what I hear there are a lot of good jobs down there.

 

[Zenmervolt]

Originally posted by: ntsf

Originally posted by: Zenmervolt
Have you talked with any staffing companies? They can be really helpful and motivated to help find you a job. Gotaa be kinda persistant with them though in the beginning.

ZV

I tried one - the guy sent me on an interview to one location, turned out the interview and job were an hour away from where he sent me :roll:

Try some others.

The staffing companies I've talked with have been great. They get paid by employers when they fill positions so they really want you to get a job. Also, the more money you make when they place you, the more money the staffing company gets.

As far as resumes go, unless it's something glaring, you can give your resume to 10 different people and get 10 completely different answers on how to change it. Still, it's always a good idea to get feedback.

ZV

 

[ntsf]

Originally posted by: mugs
If you're willing to relocate, look at the Northern VA/DC area. From what I hear there are a lot of good jobs down there.

Interestingly enough - that's where I'd like to move .

 

[mugs]

Originally posted by: ntsf

Originally posted by: mugs
If you're willing to relocate, look at the Northern VA/DC area. From what I hear there are a lot of good jobs down there.

Interestingly enough - that's where I'd like to move .

Do you know anyone down there whose address you can use on your resume? A lot of companies prefer to deal with local people.