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Discussion in 'New Members Introduction' started by Gareth2061, Nov 29, 2007.

  1. Gareth2061

    Gareth2061 New Member

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    Hi, Im new

    Great site for the IT community to get involved with.

    Im studying for a masters in computer science right now, hoping to get into networking when I graduate.

    Any advice on getting a foot in the door will be greatly apreciated.
     
  2. hbroomhall

    hbroomhall Petabyte Poster Gold Member

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    Hi and welcome to CF!

    Harry.
     
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  3. greenbrucelee
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    Hi Welcome :)
     
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  4. BosonMichael
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    Welcome!

    Do you have any real-world IT experience yet? If not, you should do everything you can to build business IT experience before you graduate. To get into networking, you'll need experience, first and foremost. :)
     
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  5. nXPLOSi

    nXPLOSi Terabyte Poster

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    Welcome to CF :)
     
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  6. Kitkatninja
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    Hi & welcome to CF :)

    I agree with BM, you may find yourself starting off in an entry position in your first IT job.

    -Ken
     
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  7. rax

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    Welcome
     
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  8. Island3r

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    Welcome dude8)

    yeah like the guys have said, real world experience is a must. you could try doing some Voluntary IT work just to get a bit of experience it all adds up in the end - good luck buddy.
     
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  9. Finkenstein

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    Welcome... I guess I can be a part of the welcoming committee now. :)

    As far as getting experience, many colleges around here are always looking for interns to do entry level work. It's a good jumping on point for IT major's to start to get hands on experience.
     
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  10. BosonMichael
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    Absolutely! Quality post, Fink! :thumbleft
     
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  11. Rafek

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    Hello & welcome
     
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  12. wizard

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    Hi there and welcome 8)
     
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