Thanks dandorotik, that was pretty nice of you. By the way, in case I do try to improve my resume, is it a bad idea to send it to the companies I've already sent it to? Just so they could see a more elaborate, better version?
If they let you, I would. I think a lot of it is automated anyway and they wouldn't notice. But if you have applied before, the system might not let you. Or it might let you update your resume.
Everybody is hiring right now. If you're not getting interviewed, it something to do with your Resume. Either it needs to be better prepared (format, wording, etc.) OR the lack of any experience whatsoever is hurting you. You have to be able to spin your experiences to relate to the job you are applying for somehow. Each job is unique, treat it that way. Have you had any interviews yet? Please let us know when you do start preparing for interviews. Be patient. This can take a while. Keep trying, don't slow down. Once you're in, I am sure it'll be smooth sailing. I'm glad people are throwing companies out there that are hiring, but like I said, almost every company is hiring; for some companies it depends on the time of year. That said, every time you apply or send out your resume, follow up and ask what your application status is. There are more job sites than Indeed.com you know? And don't just apply through indeed, go to the actual company site, do some research, and apply directly. Show them you've done your homework. Good Luck
It depends on the company and/or industry but in many cases the engineering tech does exactly what the engineer does but the "tech" is added because the employee doesn't have an engineering degree from an accredited university. This is a good option if you want to get a job and earn decent pay but are fine with never progressing into a leadership position. For a guy like you it's sort of a trap. You'll like the money but then engineering tech experience won't help you get an engineering job. Still, I really think it would be better for your career for you to get your masters here. If you don't have money you should be able to get full grants and student loans to carry you over for the time being. Outlier, I don't want to discourage you but sometimes you can get a sampling of advice here from folks who don't know as much about your specific situation. I'm telling you what I've seen from experience.
Normally, you do some research on the company and you call their HR representative thanking them for the opportunity and politely reminding them you sent your email. If you want to do a rewrite, some of them allow you to upload your resume online and also to edit them. For now, invest some time and effort with dandorotik as he's been really solid to people around here. Still do the follow up, and if you haven't already, keep all your potential jobs on one spreadsheet with statuses and next course of action ie... 2/01/13-Sent resume 2/13/13-Received response from hr 2/16/13-Sent reply to hr's questions 2/21/13-Follow up on my reply with hr The best way to get feedback is to call/email them and thank them/show enthusiasm. They'll get the hint and respond with your status. p*rn-again no-fap expert hasn't shown up on the indeeds yet.
OP, Try these guys. I'm buddies with one of the owners: http://www.careerstage.com/ They're very wired in for local entry level opportunities.
Nice site! I noticed one hiring: David Weekley Homes. It is walking distance from where I live. They are hiring a "Home Designer/ Drafter" who mainly deals with AutoCAD. I'm hesitant about considering this job because a drafter sounds like a dead end job that won't really advance my career as pmac said it. (Yeah, I heard what you were saying pmac about taking my masters, but right now that will be my last resort - I will wait two/three months first) So, should I consider being a drafter?
So, I recently just got rejected from a company that I thought I was gonna make it into. This is my fifth month in trying to search for a job. This is sad.
Maybe I should re-word it. Yes, I could get a job at McDonald's or Home Depot. But I'm aiming higher because I know I'm capable of better.
Good luck with that. My coworker went to college overseas (not in europe), thought he could get a job here, but ended up working in gas stations. He had to go to graduate school here to get a decent job.
This may sound like it's straightforward advice, but considering it's the internet age: Check the newspapers - companies really do still advertise a lot of jobs in there e.g. Chevron recently placed a huge ad about their "recruitment day" where they were interviewing and/or talking to interested candidates for positions ranging from rig-men to engineers (petroleum, process etc). What job is it that you are exactly interested in or what job were you hoping to get out of college? I'm not familiar with industrial engineering, but what job does an industrial engineering degree gear you towards? Something like a process engineer with Bayer in Baytown?
Look into the oil industry. There are plenty of jobs there. You can always find a job and go offshore. It pays well but you will be gone a while. If you are looking for a 9-5 office job then you need to start applying for everything that says "executive assistant". Maybe you get lucky. Also, when you send your resume's and don't hear back for a week. Make a phone call. Some companies like when someone calls to follow up. It shows initiative and character.
