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MontyBrunswick

Jun 13, 2011 10:06 PM
Raw Dawgin' it;801458 wrote:Also, find some temp agencies. You could probably find some IT jobs that way

Most IT work in temp agencies is for programming work. Hire programmer to program a program to do XYZ.
Jun 13, 2011 10:06pm
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Jun 13, 2011 10:06 PM
dlazz;801461 wrote:Yeah, I've been looking at government/state postings for stuff. I've only put out a handful of applications though.

When you say "print" job postings, are you referring to newspapers and such?

Seriously, cruise indeed.com and idealist.org
Jun 13, 2011 10:06pm
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Jun 13, 2011 10:08 PM
dlazz;801464 wrote:Most IT work in temp agencies is for programming work. Hire programmer to program a program to do XYZ.

I don't care about the specifics of the IT work i was just giving an example based on your previous posts. Temp agencies allow you to back door in, by that i mean you can usually go temp to perm.
Jun 13, 2011 10:08pm
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Jun 13, 2011 10:12 PM
Raw Dawgin' it;801462 wrote:This sounds like terrible advice. Reputable companies will almost exclusively only accept online applications (either through a website or emailing HR a resume and cover letter)

That was sort of my point. The reputable companies will likely have too much competition for a criminology major looking for a job in another field.

I don't know much about IT, but are there not certifications in that field? Pay a little bit of money to get certified and you instantly become more qualified.
Jun 13, 2011 10:12pm
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Jun 13, 2011 10:15 PM
thedynasty1998;801484 wrote:That was sort of my point. The reputable companies will likely have too much competition for a criminology major looking for a job in another field.

I don't know much about IT, but are there not certifications in that field? Pay a little bit of money to get certified and you instantly become more qualified.

From personal experience, i would set a few hours a side each day to only apply to jobs. Personally, even though there is competition applying online is your best bet, IMO
Jun 13, 2011 10:15pm
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Jun 13, 2011 10:20 PM
Raw Dawgin' it;801488 wrote:From personal experience, i would set a few hours a side each day to only apply to jobs. Personally, even though there is competition applying online is your best bet, IMO

I'm not saying to ignore Internet postings. I'm just saying to be more creative than monster and indeed.
Jun 13, 2011 10:20pm
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Jun 13, 2011 11:05 PM
A degree in criminology but have a interest in Information Systems, have you thought about something like Homeland Security or some of the other cybercrime offices of the State or Federal Government. That type of job will hinge on you not having a rap sheet. Congratulations on Graduating!
Jun 13, 2011 11:05pm
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MontyBrunswick

Jun 13, 2011 11:18 PM
password;801620 wrote:A degree in criminology but have a interest in Information Systems, have you thought about something like Homeland Security or some of the other cybercrime offices of the State or Federal Government.

I have. I browsed casually today, I will look more in depth tomorrow.
Jun 13, 2011 11:18pm
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Jun 13, 2011 11:31 PM
Franklin county is home to a lot of government offices, you may want to stop by the courthouse and ask them how to go about applying for Homeland and Cybercrime jobs. Good Luck!
Jun 13, 2011 11:31pm
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balk14

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Jun 14, 2011 3:23 AM
Move to Austin, tx...every start up is looking for a network admin guaranteed
Jun 14, 2011 3:23am
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Jun 14, 2011 10:37 AM
dlazz;801298 wrote:This statement is correct. I graduated from OSU.

The fact that you apparently already haven't been offered a high-ranking position in the FBI or CIA makes me think this is false, since I've heard that simply having a degree from OSU makes you better than a score of jebuses.
Jun 14, 2011 10:37am
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Jun 14, 2011 10:45 AM
balk14;801914 wrote:Move to Austin, tx...every start up is looking for a network admin guaranteed

Agree with this to an extent. Lots of small companies need computer nerds, probably would post on craigslist.
Jun 14, 2011 10:45am
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Jun 14, 2011 1:02 PM
OneBuckeye;802029 wrote:Agree with this to an extent. Lots of small companies need computer nerds, probably would post on craigslist.

Yep...working for one now that I found on Craigslist
Jun 14, 2011 1:02pm
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Jun 14, 2011 1:48 PM
My company, InfoCision, is always hiring.
Jun 14, 2011 1:48pm
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Jun 14, 2011 2:43 PM
What kind of IT skills do you have? To be honest, most of the Criminal Justice guys I knew in college could barely turn a PC on, let alone work in an IT field. I guess the point I'm getting to is, are you being realistic?
Jun 14, 2011 2:43pm
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MontyBrunswick

Jun 14, 2011 5:02 PM
Bigred1995;802246 wrote:What kind of IT skills do you have? To be honest, most of the Criminal Justice guys I knew in college could barely turn a PC on, let alone work in an IT field. I guess the point I'm getting to is, are you being realistic?

I built my first computer at 13, if that means anything.
Jun 14, 2011 5:02pm
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FairwoodKing

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Jun 14, 2011 5:13 PM
You might consider looking for a position out here in Seattle. There are probably hundreds of companies that need IT people. You could start with the giant of them all, Microsoft. Boeing also hires a lot of IT people.
Jun 14, 2011 5:13pm
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Jun 14, 2011 5:56 PM
Careful, FwK wants to have butt secks with you
Jun 14, 2011 5:56pm
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Jun 14, 2011 8:07 PM
You better find a way to get movitated very soon. The longer you wait the harder it will be to find something. "Browsing" for jobs won't cut it, you can waste months doing that. Set out some goals as far as number of jobs applying for each day and get it done.
Jun 14, 2011 8:07pm
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Jun 14, 2011 9:03 PM
dlazz;802394 wrote:I built my first computer at 13, if that means anything.
It does if you want to work at Best Buy on the Geek Squad. Building a computer isn't that complicated. Putting that on a resume really won't impress an employer.
Jun 14, 2011 9:03pm
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Jun 14, 2011 11:06 PM
dlazz;802394 wrote:I built my first computer at 13, if that means anything.

Only if you want to work for the Geek Squad which, honestly, might not be a bad option while you try to figure out what you want to do.

Idk, you've obviously got a nice skill set, but your resume doesn't seem like it would scream "give me this IT job." If you had actually graduated with your computer science, computer engineering, etc., degree, you would be in a lot better shape.

But, just being a "help desk" sort of guy isn't the easiest thing in the world, at the moment. Too many of those folks, and not enough jobs, from what i've seen.
Jun 14, 2011 11:06pm
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Jun 15, 2011 2:12 AM
If you're interested in IT jobs you should definitely get a certification. Honestly, it is so competitive in the job market today, that just going to school to for a degree that was "easy and quick" to obtain was not a good choice.

Get an IT certification. It will give you that edge over other applicants.
Jun 15, 2011 2:12am
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Jun 15, 2011 8:55 AM
dwccrew;802934 wrote:If you're interested in IT jobs you should definitely get a certification. Honestly, it is so competitive in the job market today, that just going to school to for a degree that was "easy and quick" to obtain was not a good choice.

Get an IT certification. It will give you that edge over other applicants.
I've actually considered this as well. Do you know what kind of cost is typically incurred getting certified?
Jun 15, 2011 8:55am
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Jun 15, 2011 9:01 AM
O-Trap;803043 wrote:I've actually considered this as well. Do you know what kind of cost is typically incurred getting certified?
In a lot of cases, (if you decided to take the classes to prepare) it's almost as much as a obtaining a 4 year degree from a state school. On top of that the test aren't cheap either!

If you're serious about IT and don't mind moving, I'd consider working in India. I remember reading somewhere that they love hiring American's. Obviously the pay won't be great, but to build experience, both life and job, would be great!
Jun 15, 2011 9:01am
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MontyBrunswick

Jun 15, 2011 12:43 PM
cbus4life;802683 wrote:Only if you want to work for the Geek Squad which, honestly, might not be a bad option while you try to figure out what you want to do.

I wasn't trying to be cocky, I was giving proof that I am not just talking out of my ass when I say that I'm good with computers.
Jun 15, 2011 12:43pm