What jobs for entry level?

[xsubxwooferx]

Hey all, I have about 5 to 7 classes before I will have a AAS Network Specialist Degree with Microsoft option along with Help desk, Microsoft Advanced Networking,Network Technician, PC Repair, and Computer Forensics certificates. I was wondering what Jobs I could search for in my area for entry level? I have yet to find a job that would want a fresh out of college guy but are wanting 2+ or 4+ years experience. Also, for my best terms, should I go ahead and go for bachelors in Technology Management/ or Management Information Systems, or find job with AAS degree for few years than go for bachelors?

Any help with my future is greatly appreciated!

 

[itsp1965]

I currently work for a large outsourcer and your best bet would be join a IT contracting company. Unfortunately with the current state of outsourcing, I see these types of companies hiring people fresh out of school since they are "cheap". This could be good for you from a learning perspective (sink or swim environments) but not necessarily for your future customer.
Also try volunteering your time to help with fixing computer support issues (churches, non-profits) in order to get more exposure. Also try to find a mentor in the field who would be willing to let you tag along on some projects.

 

[xsubxwooferx]

Well. I do have a cousin that said he could get me on with making network cables and installing them. Its call

http://www.concentric.com/

but he works for telephone part of the company. Also, the company is within 10 mins from me too which is a plus. Would that be good start judging by the site?

 

[itsp1965]

If all you will be doing is running cables, it's not going to help you develop your skillsets unless you are actually connecting said cables to network devices and configuring them. It could be a good starting point if you have the ability to move into an IT/network function but the longer you stay performing this type of work, you will start to lose what you have learned.

 

[JordanCN2]

When I first got out of school there were a lot of places where I could have gotten a job doing one or two things. I would not have learned much and would have been boxed in.

The best thing to look for once you are out of school is a job where they want you to try to do as much as possible - even if it is for short money to start you should take it. You are going to find out that it is only a small company that will let you do that.