How to find an entry level software engineering job…?
Hello all. Im a following year Computer Science major, I have few internship positions, one position doing website work with Druple. In college so far I learned Python, C++ and I am learning Java by for myself. I hear a ton of stuff that Software Engineerin job markets are fantastic and there is about a 40% job growth in this field. Computer Science degree holders have probably the best chance of getting a job. But, when I go on Dice. com and Monsterjobs. com I barely see any opening available for access level positions. I know they regard experience over the degree, but some people say with a Bachelors of Masters in Computer Science you can get nearly any excellent access level job you want. I just need an access level job so That I could then get a senior software commerce position. But, I do not know where to look. How should I apply for jobs?? Online?? through websites, but I don't feel like anyone will know that I applied online. I am very baffled. I know the field is packed with demand, since the supply of computer science graduates is at an all time low, but what could I do to know I'll get a job? Any advice. . ??? Thanks. . 
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Comments on How to find an entry level software engineering job…?
Apply for an internship at a IT company, business consulting or commerce consulting company. Internship though usually preferred 3rd or 4th year students since their resume should have more regard in it as compare to 1st and 2nd year.
So how to make regard why looking for an internship.
1) Have extracuricullar activities (e.g. team sports)
2) Have volunteer experiences
3) Demonstrated leadership experience
4) Keep your grades at excellent standing
Companies like talent and talented people should be rounded, team-person, and driven (lead).
Internship/co-op is worth it since you build your professional network which is very vital once you graduate.
You can try applying to companies through sites like Dice, it can’t hurt. Also go to companies’ websites directly – many of them will have a Careers section for you to apply for jobs that way. Many schools also have a job search center, so you should go find out about that, and what services it offers. Yes, start now! My college also invited companies to come on-campus for direct recruiting. Find out if yours does this, and how to sign up. Even if you aren’t applying for jobs now, try to go to the orientation presentations to learn more about the companies. This way, you’ll have a better thought of who’s hiring, what they want, and how to talk to the recruiters.
Internships! You should continue to do these. Everyone in your school is going to take the same classes, do the same projects and learn the same skills. Real world work experience is invaluable in helping you stand out. It let’s you say “This is something I did” as opposed “I learned about this topic…” Even though internships only last a few months, this essentially gives you a leg up on anyone just coming out school with no work experience at all. Internships also give you a chance to make contacts with people at those companies. Many places will prefer to hire an intern into a permanent position than start over with someone else.
Most companies inflate their job requirements. If it says “3-5 years”, apply for it anyways. You never know what will happen. I’ve gone for interviews and finished up getting a job that was really different from the one I was applying for.
Be patient and persistent. I must have done about 50 campus interviews during my final semester. In the end I managed to get 2 different offer letters. After that first job, it starts to get a small simpler to find your next job.