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Hmm.. I have to say I have had a very different experience being a fresh college grad (class of 2008). I applied for jobs at various different places, big compa
by cowmoo 18y ago
Hmm.. I have to say I have had a very different experience being a fresh college grad (class of 2008). I applied for jobs at various different places, big companies and small startup's, in all different types of industries defense, finance, health and software.
I would say I hear back from companies I sent my resume to 75% of the time - and out of those companies, I eventually get offers 75% of the time. Salary typically hovers around 50-60K depending on location and the nature of job.
Oh and I did not graduate from a technical school - no certificates, and my degree in CS is not even a BS, it's a BA because I graduated from the liberal arts college. Your mileage may vary, that's all I am saying.
- eznet 18y agoGood job Mr. Gates. C/o 2008 and already getting 60K offers from 75% of your applications. You are a fortunate fellow. Unfortunately the tech jobs here in the southeast U.S. (Alabama to be specific) aren't so hot - avg <40k starting. And before you said 'move', see above comment. Thanks for the feedback though.
- aaronblohowiak 18y agoremote work can be hard to find without a portfolio. thankfully, making a portfolio doesn't require much more than you already have.
- brent 18y agoDon't blame college or your parents if you're intentionally staying in a bad market. _Move_ to a place where your wife will clear 60 and you will clear 60. Easy.