Certificate/Diploma/Undergrad/Grad Qualifications

[Charu]

Re: Certificate/Diploma/Undergrad/Grad Qualifications

I am a very recent graduate (May 2018) with a BS in computer science and can attest to the job market being huge, but it's still incredibly hard to find an entry level job.

The biggest problem is what companies are labeling as an "entry level position" as well as the sheer amount of fields within computer science. For example, some companies label entry level as including professional experience and/or a master's degree while other simply want some experience in XYZ skills.

This is the problem with literally any company and I hate it.

I'm so happy the job I've been working at for the last 5 years was just looking for anyone to fill in the blank spot (They just wanted to know if I was good with people and if I was extremely patient). Nowadays, if you want the job where I work, they want a year or more experience, and it's just... why? (It's also only part-time too, which is even more hilarious)

Feel like I got lucky landing this job.

...Also, unlike some of you, I only have a measly associates degree. I decided not to pursue any higher due to funds with inevitable loans I would need to pay off for the restof my life and not believing I'd be happy slaving away at something I consider a fun past time. I might reconsider though, but I don't know. I feel like I'm in a rut myself in terms of career choices.

[choof]

Re: Certificate/Diploma/Undergrad/Grad Qualifications

i dropped out of college because i'm a worthless piece of shit
that said, i have mcsas in win 10 and server 2016, and am currently working on an mcsa for database development (specifically studying for the t-sql exam). i'll get an mcse in the next year probably

[Shxfted]

Re: Certificate/Diploma/Undergrad/Grad Qualifications

Going into the last semester of my CS bachelors, but having no luck finding any internships; haven't gotten a single call back or reply other than rejections in this entire year. Hoping that things will change once I graduate (if I can actually pass this damned senior project).

[Soundwave-]

Re: Certificate/Diploma/Undergrad/Grad Qualifications

I'm something like 3/4 of a college quarter credit away from a high school diploma, and last year for Associate's in Science for Transfer (a pretty useless qualification, since I'll be applying as a freshman anyways).

I'll be applying for a major somewhere between game development and computer engineering (with computer science being the middle ground).

I'm a 1st-2nd quartile applicant for Ivy league. This has an exactly anti-intuitive effect, and destroys any confidence in applications one may have previously had.

The next few months are looking to be a turmoil of regretful reflection, mental preparation, last ditch efforts, and a healthy dose of finger crossing.

がんばります。