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dolariI also got a very good idea why I'm NOT getting callbacks as part of the interview. I'm applying for any tech support job and entry level IT job. The tech/customer support jobs are calling back with $9/$10/hr. But I get almost no entry level IT job callbacks.
The interview began with the caller saying ""Well, you have a ton of experience, and this is an entry level IT job. To be honest, you're likely going to be bored here." I mentioned that I have a lot of customer support, but only one job with IT support that didn't last very long. I'm trying to transition into an IT career, and am willing to do entry level IT in order to learn from the ground up. At that point, the interview became more upbeat.
Apparently, I look too awesome on paper for the jobs I'm applying for, even though my experience in IT itself is VERY limited.
Later we began talking about compensation, and again, it took a bit of a sombre mood. "$12-15 depending on experience, and you're very experienced. Is that....okay?"
My reply: "I'm about to lose my apartment and move back to San Antonio, and this is an entry level job in what's going to be a long term IT career. I'll be happy with that."
The job is in South Austin, which is going to be hell commuting from where I am now, but as I'm looking for a new apartment, it may be a good time to start looking at affordable studios in the area of the job. Bee Cave, Cedar Valley, Manchaca and South Austin are all in the job area...might be time to start looking for apartments in THAT area.
The interview began with the caller saying ""Well, you have a ton of experience, and this is an entry level IT job. To be honest, you're likely going to be bored here." I mentioned that I have a lot of customer support, but only one job with IT support that didn't last very long. I'm trying to transition into an IT career, and am willing to do entry level IT in order to learn from the ground up. At that point, the interview became more upbeat.
Apparently, I look too awesome on paper for the jobs I'm applying for, even though my experience in IT itself is VERY limited.
Later we began talking about compensation, and again, it took a bit of a sombre mood. "$12-15 depending on experience, and you're very experienced. Is that....okay?"
My reply: "I'm about to lose my apartment and move back to San Antonio, and this is an entry level job in what's going to be a long term IT career. I'll be happy with that."
The job is in South Austin, which is going to be hell commuting from where I am now, but as I'm looking for a new apartment, it may be a good time to start looking at affordable studios in the area of the job. Bee Cave, Cedar Valley, Manchaca and South Austin are all in the job area...might be time to start looking for apartments in THAT area.
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Date: 2014-10-03 06:02 pm (UTC)But, before this post disappears in the feed i did want to say i think it's great you're giving IT another shot. I know it's not exactly your specialization, but it is a career path with a much stronger prospect for growth than phone support. Changing careers is a real bitch. The job sites are right when they recommend making different résumés for different jobs. I have 3 different "stock" résumés that i use for different positions even within my field, and i will customize for specific jobs if i am really interested. When i was looking for a career change i also had an "abridged" version that didn't give away how old i was or how much experience i had. Once your foot is in the door it will be much easier, and with your background i think your employers will recognize that and you will move up quickly.
But for now, sending healing vibes and i hope you feel better soon.