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I see really interesting and articulated responses here, so I'm wondering if anyone has tips on how to apply to jobs when you have 0 experience, like when you'r
by cliveowen 13y ago
I see really interesting and articulated responses here, so I'm wondering if anyone has tips on how to apply to jobs when you have 0 experience, like when you're straight out of college. I know most of you might be thinking "you have to build a portfolio/repository on github WHILE you're studying and then build from that" but often that's not an option. Maybe I'm particularly stupid but I don't have really time to do anything beyond studying for my courses. So I'm wondering, if you're just out of college and you don't have anything to show, plus you don't have much experience in terms of programming 'cause you just did 2-3 projects during your years as a student, what's the best course?
- ambiate 13y agoFirst option: Drive downtown and write down every business you see. I would imagine 99% of them need technology, 75% of them have some form of technology, and 50% of them are using legacy software. Call them. Something is running at O(n^5) and they need your help. Second option: Connections. Find that person that knows someone. Use your alumni network. Third option: If you're fresh out of college, expand out of city or state. Watching students stagnate in their hometowns is a shame. Persistence pays off regardless of the field. 'Hi, I'm wondering if you have any computer related jobs available? No? Do you happen to know anyone applying?' Build a network out of people you're only talking to for 5 minutes!
- brnstz 13y agoTry working for your college. The IT department probably has work study jobs, which will give some "real world" experience but not intrude into your studies too much.
- hackula1 13y agoInternships are definitely your best bet. Once you get to a year of experience, the rest is gravy.