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[JGCD]

I read the first post of this whole topic and it hit me like a sack of bricks. Trying to relax and have fun but I keep thinking I shouldn't have fun or relax ehhh...

Had a pretty good interview with a contract healthcare place today, very relax and was being interviewed by two people at once (never did that before).It felt nice and really cool, laughing and such, and if they call me back they told me I could start next week or the week afterward.

Good lord I'm praying and cashing in my good krama at this point but man its a bummer. The worse thing is all my buddies wanna hang out and get these get togethers and I cant help being a bit annoyed that they all have better jobs than me.

God I HATE feeling that petty about it but I dont know what else to do ya know?

 

[Garrus Vakarian]

Spent the last couple hours reading through this thread, saw a lot of (depressing) parallels to my own experiences.

It really bothers me when someone tries to lecture me on getting work when they themselves got their job through knowing someone, we can't all be so lucky.

So tired of being told in the knock-back call that I was excellent in the interview and it came down to me and another person, the reasons always being the other person had more experience, more qualifications, was a referral from a neighbouring business, was an internal hire, etc.

With the current online application system where you are one of a hundred or more applicants there is always someone better, more experienced, more qualified. It is great for the business because they can dismiss applicants so easily but for one of the 99% of applicants you're reduced to being a number which will likely never even get a rejection notice.

My current situation feels so absurd, I am volunteering at a place I love 5 days a week, 9-5. I go in to work every day and I love it. I do it because I love the feel of working, being busy and productive, and my work interests me. Yet I am not technically in paid employment, and I deal with all the stigma and hurdles that come with such a position.

It is reassuring to see long-struggling people in this thread finding employment however, we all get lucky at some point.

 

[grkazan12]

I am currently working as clinical trial assistant/project assistant at a CRO (Clinical Research Organization) company. So far it involves a lot of document/data analysis electronically and communicating with various trial sites.

Is there a lot of growth and promotion in this type of role?
Can you transition into other positions like a CRA in this industry?
How is the clinical trial/research industry viewed as whole? Is it healthy?
Do you need more than a B.S. to be promoted in this industry?

Any information would be helpful at this time since I'm very curious about this type of work and career.

 

[Sora_N]

I read the first post of this whole topic and it hit me like a sack of bricks. Trying to relax and have fun but I keep thinking I shouldn't have fun or relax ehhh...

Had a pretty good interview with a contract healthcare place today, very relax and was being interviewed by two people at once (never did that before).It felt nice and really cool, laughing and such, and if they call me back they told me I could start next week or the week afterward.

Good lord I'm praying and cashing in my good krama at this point but man its a bummer. The worse thing is all my buddies wanna hang out and get these get togethers and I cant help being a bit annoyed that they all have better jobs than me.

God I HATE feeling that petty about it but I dont know what else to do ya know?

Everyone's life is different, even if you guys started in the same place (if they're school friends, etc). You should try not to bummed out about that and focus on bettering yourself to a standard you can agree with, then continue to improve.

I know it's tough but as long as you put in the time to do your job hunting, you can allow yourself to relax. I have a friend that wanted to get a better job but it felt like he wasn't even putting any time into it, nothing I can say to him about that because in the end you gotta want it yourself to do it.

Life can be tough especially in these days, so we should try to make the best of it.

The job I landed 8 months ago has been decent but the pay is not the best, I'm starting the CPA program soon so if I stay at this company at least they will pay me more if I finish the CPA.

 

[oni_saru]

Does it usually take more than a day to get a call back? Should I be worried or just be patient? If... let's say 5 days pass... should I go back and follow up on it, or just assume they don't want to hire me?

Be patient. Wait 5 days. If no response, call for an update.


I wish i could call for an update at the places i'm applying but it's places where they get lots of applications so they specifically say not to call

Also regarding my earlier question, i ended up pleading my case to the Dr. It was still a no go. He didn't want to "steal" me from the other team. I'm still leaving this team. Just waiting to hear back from places i applied.

*sigh* it's really depressing. I know my situation is different from many on here since i currently have a job. However this place has been such a drain on my mental health. This past year working here has been the worst year i've had. And tbh i don't even know if i want to continue this career plan. I'm applying for a Masters in counseling psych. I'm honestly settling for a Masters b/c i don't think i have what it takes for a PHD in psych. sorry. Just had to vent a bit.

 

[EMT0]

Being a non-US national studying in the greater DC area, finding internships is hard. Everybody either wants a top secret clearance or a finished bachelor's degree. Meanwhile, everything I've ever read keeps pounding into my head that I should be doing internships as an undegrad. Anybody got any suggestions for searching out local companies that aren't also security contractors?

 

[Kittygirl]

I screwed up. Once. 15 years down the drain. Now my ex-boss/owner wants "to call me when she has questions."

Sure, why not? It was just her and I in the office. (Medical field; Good luck dealing with insurance) I don't have to pick up the phone. After all, between my new baby boy (cat) Frederick, and friends trying to keep me occupied when I'm not actively job hunting, I'm still quite busy, and must screen calls.

I called my former therapist for a reference, and she was appalled at how things went down. And I painted myself as the bad guy when I told her what happened. Yes, she's honored to provide me a reference.

 

[Deleted member 1159]

So with my wife and I deciding to make our relocation more of a permanent thing, I've applied to a number of places to get into a full time career position.

One place has a former colleague of mine working there, I hit him up and he thought I'd be a great candidate.

They finally got back to me after 3 months and I've had two phone interviews. First one with the HR rep, went ok. Second one with the Director over the department who is the hiring manager which I think it went really well, and she wanted to bring me in.

I get an e-mail this morning: I'm set for this week, 6 interviews 30 minutes a piece, back to back, then lunch with the director. I almost had to pick my jaw up off the floor...I've had back-to-back interviews with different managers before, but 6 in a row followed by lunch? Damn son. Has anyone ever had to do that kind of thing before? I feel like I'm going to bring a thermos of coffee and wear a diaper.

 

[Bacon]

So with my wife and I deciding to make our relocation more of a permanent thing, I've applied to a number of places to get into a full time career position.

One place has a former colleague of mine working there, I hit him up and he thought I'd be a great candidate.

They finally got back to me after 3 months and I've had two phone interviews. First one with the HR rep, went ok. Second one with the Director over the department who is the hiring manager which I think it went really well, and she wanted to bring me in.

I get an e-mail this morning: I'm set for this week, 6 interviews 30 minutes a piece, back to back, then lunch with the director. I almost had to pick my jaw up off the floor...I've had back-to-back interviews with different managers before, but 6 in a row followed by lunch? Damn son. Has anyone ever had to do that kind of thing before? I feel like I'm going to bring a thermos of coffee and wear a diaper.

That honestly sounds like my worst nightmare. Good luck to you.

 

[mrklaw]

Are there any good CV/resume review services? I've had a few emails which just seem like spam as they're related to recruitment agencies I signed up to. But considering how modern online applications seem to work, I want to make sure my CV ticks the boxes for using the correct phrasing/keywords etc.

Or is there an online resource I can refer to, to help me optimise it?

I'm normally quite self deprecating but I've really put effort into a more 'saleable' CV, but my hit rate on applications is really low.

 

[mrklaw]

So with my wife and I deciding to make our relocation more of a permanent thing, I've applied to a number of places to get into a full time career position.

One place has a former colleague of mine working there, I hit him up and he thought I'd be a great candidate.

They finally got back to me after 3 months and I've had two phone interviews. First one with the HR rep, went ok. Second one with the Director over the department who is the hiring manager which I think it went really well, and she wanted to bring me in.

I get an e-mail this morning: I'm set for this week, 6 interviews 30 minutes a piece, back to back, then lunch with the director. I almost had to pick my jaw up off the floor...I've had back-to-back interviews with different managers before, but 6 in a row followed by lunch? Damn son. Has anyone ever had to do that kind of thing before? I feel like I'm going to bring a thermos of coffee and wear a diaper.

Who is interviewing you - everyone and the office cat? This kind of thing confuses me. HR and the hiring manager I can understand, and perhaps the manager of the team you'll be working in (if different from the hiring manager). But who else? If you get the job, will you actually be involved with these people much? Interviews these days feel way more complicated than the actual job will be.

 

[Tyreese Victoria]

Hey, hoping to get some advice.

A few months ago I applied for a copy editing role with a large scientific publisher. I didn't get the job, but I was considered a top candidate. The lady who interviewed me has just e-mailed me to let me know that there's another position opening up as they have expanded upon this role, she asked me whether I would like a a second interview for this new role. (I would).

This is quite an unusual situation, so I'm asking whether anybody here has been through something similar. I have no idea what they might ask me this time round, and I'm also unsure how to approach this interview.

Thanks.

 

[Fonds]

Going for a job interview in an hour.

I just graduated as an occupational therapist this summer. This would be my first steady job besides freelance work I'm doing now. I sent them my CV and letter and got a reply within 15 minutes.
The job is for an occupational therapist that is to be schooled as a specialised hand therapist. Awesome job, really hope I get it.

Any last minute tips?

 

[mrklaw]

Going for a job interview in an hour.

I just graduated as an occupational therapist this summer. This would be my first steady job besides freelance work I'm doing now. I sent them my CV and letter and got a reply within 15 minutes.
The job is for an occupational therapist that is to be schooled as a specialised hand therapist. Awesome job, really hope I get it.

Any last minute tips?

Just think to yourself over and over - "I really want this person to give me a hand job"

other than that - relax. Be honest with your answers, appear interested and curious about the company and what the role will entail - imagine you're already working there - what kind of questions would you ask?

 

[Admiral Woofington]

Fuck me. I just had an initial phone call with one company that I'd be fine for working for... except the lady outright told me from the beginning "it's a field position and you'll be travelling 90% of the time"

I still pretended like I was interested as hey I lose nothing in hearing more of the position but that fucking just guaranteed I'm likely to say no if a job offer is extended relatively soon.

Why? Because I have my dog. And the last thing I want to do is be forced to give my dog away because I'll be away from home most of the time. If the reality comes up I have to do this, my parents already offered to take care of him if necessary. But I love my dog. He's my whole world. I don't wanna give him up. I'm hoping I'm misunderstanding and that she meant that jobs required travelling as I won't stay in one city for more than a year. I'm fine with moving every year as long as I can keep my dog.

So I'm really hoping the other position that has long projects (each project lasts like 3-4 years in one town) pans through because shit I don't wanna have to give him up.

 

[kayos90]

Fuck me. I just had an initial phone call with one company that I'd be fine for working for... except the lady outright told me from the beginning "it's a field position and you'll be travelling 90% of the time"

I still pretended like I was interested as hey I lose nothing in hearing more of the position but that fucking just guaranteed I'm likely to say no if a job offer is extended relatively soon.

Why? Because I have my dog. And the last thing I want to do is be forced to give my dog away because I'll be away from home most of the time. If the reality comes up I have to do this, my parents already offered to take care of him if necessary. But I love my dog. He's my whole world. I don't wanna give him up. I'm hoping I'm misunderstanding and that she meant that jobs required travelling as I won't stay in one city for more than a year. I'm fine with moving every year as long as I can keep my dog.

So I'm really hoping the other position that has long projects (each project lasts like 3-4 years in one town) pans through because shit I don't wanna have to give him up.

Not to be cruel but why is your dog everything. I could understand if it was your wife or your child but your dog? To give up a job entirely because you would have to give up your dog? It's not like you're even putting him to sleep.

 

[B-Dubs]

Not to be cruel but why is your dog everything. I could understand if it was your wife or your child but your dog? To give up a job entirely because you would have to give up your dog? It's not like you're even putting him to sleep.

Some people really love their pets, they become members of the family. Also, not everyone is OK with having to constantly travel for work. It makes setting down roots and meeting someone hard.

 

[opticalmace]

Not to be cruel but why is your dog everything. I could understand if it was your wife or your child but your dog? To give up a job entirely because you would have to give up your dog? It's not like you're even putting him to sleep.

It's not that strange. I wouldn't take a job if we had to give up our pets.

 

[Yawnier]

Anybody here ever get called by an employer for a job interview with like 2-3 days notice for it? Got a call last night from a medium-sized company that is a relatively close distance to me, and they want me to come in for an interview sometime friday.

Just found it a bit odd because the several interviews I've had usually give a week notice or so, or sometimes even longer.

 

[Admiral Woofington]

Not to be cruel but why is your dog everything. I could understand if it was your wife or your child but your dog? To give up a job entirely because you would have to give up your dog? It's not like you're even putting him to sleep.

Well for one thing I'm not married nor am I in a relationship, so my dog is my company 100% of the time when I'm not hanging with friends. If I leave to a new city for this job and it's a job with constant travelling, I can't keep him and I love him.

I can't really make the argument as to why someone would be sad at the idea, but i guess pet people really love their dogs. He's my family and my best friend and while he'd likely get over it decently fast (he's only 1 year old and loved my mom when she came to visit) I know it'd break my heart to not have him with me.

 

[kayos90]

Well for one thing I'm not married nor am I in a relationship, so my dog is my company 100% of the time when I'm not hanging with friends. If I leave to a new city for this job and it's a job with constant travelling, I can't keep him and I love him.

I can't really make the argument as to why someone would be sad at the idea, but i guess pet people really love their dogs. He's my family and my best friend and while he'd likely get over it decently fast (he's only 1 year old and loved my mom when she came to visit) I know it'd break my heart to not have him with me.

I guess when you put it that way I can empathize. I would say that if when it comes down it I personally would choose the job especially if it would affect my livelihood. I think a bit more logically in my head like: "Do we both suffer together or do I succeed and help the other a bit with the benefits I reap though the sitaution isn't as great."

If you help support your dog while you have a job I don't think it's the worst thing in the world.

 

[Codiox]

Anybody here ever get called by an employer for a job interview with like 2-3 days notice for it? Got a call last night from a medium-sized company that is a relatively close distance to me, and they want me to come in for an interview sometime friday.

Just found it a bit odd because the several interviews I've had usually give a week notice or so, or sometimes even longer.

Yeah this is sometimes a good sign. The company I now work for (engineering) got with me through the whole process (from first writing them to the contract signing) in just 2 weeks. Other company's needed 6 weeks to just call me back to say "yeah we got your info, hold on till we decide if you will get invited for a interview."

 

[Kingsora]

Anybody here ever get called by an employer for a job interview with like 2-3 days notice for it? Got a call last night from a medium-sized company that is a relatively close distance to me, and they want me to come in for an interview sometime friday.

Just found it a bit odd because the several interviews I've had usually give a week notice or so, or sometimes even longer.

That's probably because they want to be quick and really like your profile. I have always been a recruiter and I also tried to get interesting candidates to come as fast as possible.

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Looking for a new job right now and I really have a very interesting profile for HR, but I want to do something completely else. It's however not easy to find a job, often they think my profile is 'too good' or else I don't have the right experience.

Got a call last friday and we talked about 25 minutes on the phone, he said he found me interesting and will let me now something soon. Still haven't heard back from him however, he's not gonna call back anymore is he?

 

[BannedEpisode]

My best advice is to use craigslist and search for temp jobs in technical areas.

Once you get in the door latch onto every project they let you work on. Once they realize that you are doing things that require training and need to be done you have a solid shot of being hired full time.

That's what I did anyway.

 

[Admiral Woofington]

I guess when you put it that way I can empathize. I would say that if when it comes down it I personally would choose the job especially if it would affect my livelihood. I think a bit more logically in my head like: "Do we both suffer together or do I succeed and help the other a bit with the benefits I reap though the sitaution isn't as great."

If you help support your dog while you have a job I don't think it's the worst thing in the world.

yeah I'm saying I'll likely say no, but it won't be an obvious answer like that. I'll have to really think it through, and hopefully I have other offers as well.

 

[Fonds]

yeah I'm saying I'll likely say no, but it won't be an obvious answer like that. I'll have to really think it through, and hopefully I have other offers as well.

That's a tough choice indeed. Do you have friends family that can take care of your dog every now n then?
Hope something comes along thats more close and suits your life.

On another note. My interview went quite well. Also talked some very practical things such as when I can start and if I'd be open to doing courses and workshops.

Guess that's good?

 

[XiaNaphryz]

Who is interviewing you - everyone and the office cat? This kind of thing confuses me. HR and the hiring manager I can understand, and perhaps the manager of the team you'll be working in (if different from the hiring manager). But who else? If you get the job, will you actually be involved with these people much? Interviews these days feel way more complicated than the actual job will be.

That sort of interview setup is pretty typical for manager type roles, I've had a few like that for project manager positions. Those sorts of roles are where you have to work with multiple managers and their teams, as well as other senior managers/staff. I've had long interview days where I would talk to a couple dev folks (a few engineers and maybe some QA), several dev team leads/managers, a few department leads, a few senior managers, and a few execs.

Thaedolus, I suggest asking for some water at the very start, and take sips throughout. After an hour or so, in between sessions ask for a few minutes to quickly take a quick walk to the restroom. Main thing is to remember to keep hydrating, that much talking can dry you out making it more uncomfortable to talk later on. Also, if you get a hold of who will be interviewing you and their titles/departments, be prepared to cater your answers in a way that would most apply to them. You may get a couple similar questions from multiple people, and by trying to individualize some of your answers this way it will help prevent you from giving the same sort of generic answer to everyone, which they may notice if they all follow-up later with each other to compare notes. The answers should still be somewhat consistent though of course.

 

[mhayes86]

Hey, hoping to get some advice.

A few months ago I applied for a copy editing role with a large scientific publisher. I didn't get the job, but I was considered a top candidate. The lady who interviewed me has just e-mailed me to let me know that there's another position opening up as they have expanded upon this role, she asked me whether I would like a a second interview for this new role. (I would).

This is quite an unusual situation, so I'm asking whether anybody here has been through something similar. I have no idea what they might ask me this time round, and I'm also unsure how to approach this interview.

Thanks.

This happened to me, too, but under different circumstances. I had multiple interviews for a company and was stringed along for a good while, then had another interview. I was a top candidate, but the project lost funding and I wasn't able to get the job. They kept in touch and helped me find another open position (different project) a few weeks later, which lead to another interview where I got the job.

Anybody here ever get called by an employer for a job interview with like 2-3 days notice for it? Got a call last night from a medium-sized company that is a relatively close distance to me, and they want me to come in for an interview sometime friday.

Just found it a bit odd because the several interviews I've had usually give a week notice or so, or sometimes even longer.

Not for a job per se, but for an internship. It might be a good sign that they need someone to fill a position, and you fit the bill. Good luck!

 

[Admiral Woofington]

Anybody here ever get called by an employer for a job interview with like 2-3 days notice for it? Got a call last night from a medium-sized company that is a relatively close distance to me, and they want me to come in for an interview sometime friday.

Just found it a bit odd because the several interviews I've had usually give a week notice or so, or sometimes even longer.

i mean if it's nearby it's not an issue. I got one for a small company in a city 2 hours away that they wanted me there like 2 days from the day they called me.

 

[Tyreese Victoria]

This happened to me, too, but under different circumstances. I had multiple interviews for a company and was stringed along for a good while, then had another interview. I was a top candidate, but the project lost funding and I wasn't able to get the job. They kept in touch and helped me find another open position (different project) a few weeks later, which lead to another interview where I got the job

Was the second interview very similar to the first?

To be honest I'm new to this, I'm trying to figure out why'd they'd want to interview me again as opposed to using my recent interview to judge me against the other candidates.

 

[XiaNaphryz]

Was the second interview very similar to the first?

To be honest I'm new to this, I'm trying to figure out why'd they'd want to interview me again as opposed to using my recent interview to judge me against the other candidates.

I once had five rounds of interviews with different groups of people because they were trying to better narrow down their choices as it was too close to call throughout. I ended up being runner up on that one.

 

[Admiral Woofington]

Hmmm. If I don't hear anything about the position I really want tomorrow it'll be supposedly 'the week' they said they'd call back in. I'm not expecting them to email back but at least send then an email after the time frame given asking if they need anything else from me or if they could give me an update on the timeline.

 

[diaspora]

Having spent the month sending out resumes it feels like I'm pissing in an ocean of piss.

 

[Admiral Woofington]

Having spent the month sending out resumes it feels like I'm pissing in an ocean of piss.

It's like that for everyone. I've been out sending resumes for 2 months, and all I have to show for it is a couple of interviews (video or real) and phone calls. It's not the best season to be looking for jobs. Things will pick up January.

 

[Tuck]

Applied to a company a month and a half ago.they said they'd just completed a round of hiring but would keep me in mind.

Turns out, they wrrent lhing. They just emailed me back and asked me to have a phone interview. They're hiring for February.

Pretty excited. Of all the companies I applied to, this was very close to the top of my most desired places to work list. Hopefully the interview goes well.

 

[oni_saru]

It's like that for everyone. I've been out sending resumes for 2 months, and all I have to show for it is a couple of interviews (video or real) and phone calls. It's not the best season to be looking for jobs. Things will pick up January.

This is what's keeping me hopeful despite the no call backs or emails. It's a pretty bad time to be applying with the holidays and all.

 

[Syphon Filter]

I have an interview tomorrow for an entry level customer service position with a marketing agency. I mainly apply only for what my degree is based on which is the web and ui/ux design but I know that I need to expand to at least get a job so I applied for this position. They said the interview is to inquire more about my career plan and discuss my previous experience. Should I tell them that my career plan is to be a ui/ux designer or something that they more likely want to hear like a customer service plan?

 

[Admiral Woofington]

This is what's keeping me hopeful despite the no call backs or emails. It's a pretty bad time to be applying with the holidays and all.

very few companies are hiring or giving offers atm, and when they do it's for an early 2016 position. My friend aced his interviews with two small/mid companies that were looking to hire right now and got offers from both (super jelly) but his experience is not the norm atm.

 

[XiaNaphryz]

very few companies are hiring or giving offers atm, and when they do it's for an early 2016 position. My friend aced his interviews with two small/mid companies that were looking to hire right now and got offers from both (super jelly) but his experience is not the norm atm.

End of year is hard for many reasons - people off for holidays, end of year wrap up work, budgets/headcount not resetting until the new year flips over, etc.

 

[Kite]

Anybody here ever get called by an employer for a job interview with like 2-3 days notice for it?

That is nothing, I had an employer call me at 6 at night to go interview the next morning at 10. I had been hired a few days before so I turned it down, but it seems like it could be a good sign.. they could be desperate and need someone fast.. But probably bad, I looked up the company on Glassdoor and the reviews say the company that called me is known for being disorganized and having high turnover.

 

[Google]

very few companies are hiring or giving offers atm.

Absolutely not true.

A lot of 2016 budgets have been agreed and set and now is recruiting season. The best employers are getting their interviews and offers done before the end of the year for a Jan 4th start and others are waiting until the Chrimbo holidays are over.

 

[Kite]

Just something to consider.. I spent about 4 months after I got out of the Army trying to get a job the traditional way; went to job fairs, sent out hundreds of applications online through sites like indeed, linkedin and glassdoor, networked through friends and relatives.. I was always one of dozens of applicants and never got anywhere. Had 4 interviews total over those months, no offers.. shit was depressing.

So I decided to change it up and apply to jobs that have far fewer applications ie local government/county/state agencies and government funded places like local universities, hospitals. My current job had two open spots, 3 people interviewed, and I got in. Two of my buddies tried it the same thing, one now works IT for the local library system and the other does IT/network stuff for the local VA hospital. It's not the most exciting things in the world, but a job is a job and it is experience that all the better companies want and there was much less competition.

 

[B-Dubs]

Absolutely not true.

A lot of 2016 budgets have been agreed and set and now is recruiting season. The best employers are getting their interviews and offers done before the end of the year for a Jan 4th start and others are waiting until the Chrimbo holidays are over.

I haven't seen any postings in the last month. It feels like everyone's holding them for after Christmas.

 

[Admiral Woofington]

Absolutely not true.

A lot of 2016 budgets have been agreed and set and now is recruiting season. The best employers are getting their interviews and offers done before the end of the year for a Jan 4th start and others are waiting until the Chrimbo holidays are over.

they might be posting jobs to start early 2016, but many jobs, at least engineering side, have explicitly said it's for early 2016 interviewing/consideration. They might start to separate resumes now but hold the desired ones till 2016. At least entry level when they try to time it with graduates

Just something to consider.. I spent about 4 months after I got out of the Army trying to get a job the traditional way; went to job fairs, sent out hundreds of applications online through sites like indeed, linkedin and glassdoor, networked through friends and relatives.. I was always one of dozens of applicants and never got anywhere. Had 4 interviews total over those months, no offers.. shit was depressing.

So I decided to change it up and apply to jobs that have far fewer applications ie local government/county/state agencies and government funded places like local universities, hospitals. My current job had two open spots, 3 people interviewed, and I got in. Two of my buddies tried it the same thing, one now works IT for the local library system and the other does IT/network stuff for the local VA hospital. It's not the most exciting things in the world, but a job is a job and it is experience that all the better companies want and there was much less competition.

I've been applying to local government engineering jobs whenever possible, hopefully this is true.

 

[Tuck]

I have a gov't job now and its boring as fuck >_> Thats what I'm trying to get out of.

That said, a job is probably better than no job (Especially if you've been out of work a while), and they're definitely stable, and also it might just be that my gov't position is an unfortunate exception (I mean, my coworkers all seem to like their jobs).

 

[Syphon Filter]

I have a gov't job now and its boring as fuck >_> Thats what I'm trying to get out of.

That said, a job is probably better than no job (Especially if you've been out of work a while), and they're definitely stable, and also it might just be that my gov't position is an unfortunate exception (I mean, my coworkers all seem to like their jobs).

Which gov't job you have if you don't mind me asking?

 

[Yawnier]

Yeah this is sometimes a good sign. The company I now work for (engineering) got with me through the whole process (from first writing them to the contract signing) in just 2 weeks. Other company's needed 6 weeks to just call me back to say "yeah we got your info, hold on till we decide if you will get invited for a interview."

That's probably because they want to be quick and really like your profile. I have always been a recruiter and I also tried to get interesting candidates to come as fast as possible.

Not for a job per se, but for an internship. It might be a good sign that they need someone to fill a position, and you fit the bill. Good luck!

i mean if it's nearby it's not an issue. I got one for a small company in a city 2 hours away that they wanted me there like 2 days from the day they called me.

That is nothing, I had an employer call me at 6 at night to go interview the next morning at 10. I had been hired a few days before so I turned it down, but it seems like it could be a good sign.. they could be desperate and need someone fast.. But probably bad, I looked up the company on Glassdoor and the reviews say the company that called me is known for being disorganized and having high turnover.

Yeah okay... I guess only having a few days notice isn't all that crazy really.

Anyways I go in for the interview tomorrow at 3:30. First interview since late september so I'm a bit nervous lol.

 

[Tuck]

Which gov't job you have if you don't mind me asking?

Its a civil engineering (in training) position. But they just have no work for me, I don't even know why they bothered hiring me. I'll refrain from saying which government it is though.

 

[dodgeme]

Graduated in May with my Bachelors in Computer Information Systems and haven't been looking too hard, however have been applying here and there over the last few months. Kind of just enjoying being done with school for once.

I had an interview a few months ago for a college IT Banner Associate position and made it to the second interview even with my lack of experience, however I did not end up getting that offer.

Fast forward a few months and I finally got another interview, this time at a small in employee size but big VoIP distributor in my area. Made it through the first inteview and think I did pretty good, but hadn't heard from them and sent a thank you. They invited me back for another inteview that I just had today, on one day notice but I had the day off so it worked for me.

Think I aced it, interviewed with the owners and they both seemed like they were interested in me. Said my lack of experience isn't a problem as VoIP experience isn't widely available in our area. Said they would be in touch with me Monday or Tuesday and the one owner told me if I'm here a third time I got the job. I was apparently the only person they brought back from their first round of interviews too.

If I get it I will be an IT associate for them for a great starting salary in my area. Definitely beats fast food thats for sure, but I will say that 5 years of continuous service there has gotten me both of my interviews as the place I've been to have commented that that has stuck out to them greatly.

Anyways I am hoping for some good news on Monday or Tuesday, got my thank you emails sent out.

 

[Codiox]

Graduated in May with my Bachelors in Computer Information Systems and haven't been looking too hard, however have been applying here and there over the last few months. Kind of just enjoying being done with school for once.

I had an interview a few months ago for a college IT Banner Associate position and made it to the second interview even with my lack of experience, however I did not end up getting that offer.

Fast forward a few months and I finally got another interview, this time at a small in employee size but big VoIP distributor in my area. Made it through the first inteview and think I did pretty good, but hadn't heard from them and sent a thank you. They invited me back for another inteview that I just had today, on one day notice but I had the day off so it worked for me.

Think I aced it, interviewed with the owners and they both seemed like they were interested in me. Said my lack of experience isn't a problem as VoIP experience isn't widely available in our area. Said they would be in touch with me Monday or Tuesday and the one owner told me if I'm here a third time I got the job. I was apparently the only person they brought back from their first round of interviews too.

If I get it I will be an IT associate for them for a great starting salary in my area. Definitely beats fast food thats for sure, but I will say that 5 years of continuous service there has gotten me both of my interviews as the place I've been to have commented that that has stuck out to them greatly.

Anyways I am hoping for some good news on Monday or Tuesday, got my thank you emails sent out.

Nice, I hope it works out for you! Good luck!