I was actually going to use this thread for something a bit different. I have been working for the Computer Science Department at Kansas State University as their Webmaster for almost two years now. I am nearing the completion of my degree (Computer Science in December of 2005) and I am looking very hard for a job in Web Developement (preferably working in a LAMP architecture). I have had a couple of hits in my job search, but nothing solid as of yet. I was wondering if any of you web guru's might have any good ideas for employment based on my resume and coding portfolio ... companies, locations, ect.
I believe that I am have a large amount of experience for my age, but since I have never been in Industry I thought that some advice from those wiser than me could be invaluable.
(FYI: I am open to going anywhere in the country, possibly willing to relocate myself)
http://www.cis.ksu.edu/~ryand/portfolio/
Thanks so much for any advice, I'm still wet behind the ears and am very eager to get out to see what I can do.
Megan posted this at 18:05 — 18th August 2005.
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Sounds like you've got a good base to start on. Having a proper CS degree will help a lot. Also good that you're willing and able to relocate.
August is a bit of a bad time to be looking for jobs. Everyone's on vacation and business is generally pretty slow.
Does KSU have a career advisor you can see? That would be a good first stop. I saw the counsellor here at UW and they have a lot of resources available. I don't know much about LAMP but it would be good to find companies are using that and target them specifically.
I hope that helps. I'm not too great at this stuff myself (been looking for months!).
Megan
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r3a1 posted this at 18:15 — 18th August 2005.
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Well I have talked to Career and Employment Services (CES) and all they really did for me was give me access to large DB to search out companies with job openings that are not open to the public. I would much rather try to do some personal networking because I believe that leads to more positive contacts ... but I may be wrong and there is no reason to explore all my options. I will keep you informed as to the journey through the world of industry.
robfenn posted this at 12:38 — 22nd August 2005.
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Just remember ultimately you have to sell yourself. People buy people.
Be pro-active and get phoning companies that need people like you. Make sure you make it obvious you a passion and confident with what you do.
-Rob
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