Looking for a job in Hampton Roads (rent to own, insurance)

[nycricanpapi]

I am a college undergraduate. I have my Bachelors Degree in computer science. I graduated with a good GPA. I moved to VA in Aug 2008 after I finished college in NYC. Now I am doing my Masters Degree in computer security. Moreover, I have been applying for many jobs but nobody is hiring me. Do any of you know where can I apply for a job? Because I really want to work.

[southernsweetie1]

Have you tried the USAjobs site (fedjobs.gov)? The resume has to be in a certain format, however, you may find something there. And what about monster, yahoo hot jobs, craig's list....and other sites like that? Best wished to ya, because I will be in the same boat in about a month.

[nycricanpapi]

ohh lol.. what are you majoring in?

Originally Posted by southernsweetie1

Have you tried the USAjobs site (fedjobs.gov)? The resume has to be in a certain format, however, you may find something there. And what about monster, yahoo hot jobs, craig's list....and other sites like that? Best wished to ya, because I will be in the same boat in about a month.

[southernsweetie1]

When I wrote that I'd be in the same boat, I ment as far as job-searching. I have a bachelors in Psychology, but have not pursued anything in that field. I work in insurance/customer service.

[nycricanpapi]

ohh ok. So when will be moving to VA if I may know?

[Randomdude]

Try the endless temp and placement agencies. Those are the only things Ive ever had any luck with in the area. All three jobs Ive had here since graduating college with a degree in finance Ive gotten through temp or placement agencies.

[nycricanpapi]

Ok thanks. I will try that=)

Originally Posted by Randomdude

Try the endless temp and placement agencies. Those are the only things Ive ever had any luck with in the area. All three jobs Ive had here since graduating college with a degree in finance Ive gotten through temp or placement agencies.

[telemonster]

Originally Posted by nycricanpapi

I am a college undergraduate. I have my Bachelors Degree in computer science. I graduated with a good GPA. I moved to VA in Aug 2008 after I finished college in NYC. Now I am doing my Masters Degree in computer security. Moreover, I have been applying for many jobs but nobody is hiring me. Do any of you know where can I apply for a job? Because I really want to work.

Chrome rim shops, payday loans, and the stores that cater only to E1 and up and government employee rent to own. Those are the big things in Hampton Roads.

Seriously, I'm in IT. So I'll give you pointers.

First thing you should do. HR Geeks. Granted, I help run the site. But yea, a pretty good cross section of people come to the meetings or are on the mailing list. I'd say we had 22 last Thursday. On the list: From computer security college course instructor, to CTO of a group that does computer security (Fortune 500?), to people that work in computer security at the top of the game in the region. Not limited to compsec, there are people into robotics, software development (all langs), and other stuff. Both hobbyist and professional (and as you can imagine, many of the hobbyists are better than the professionals). A friend and myself just presented at the Shmoocon "hacker" conference in DC (Open Source UAV project called openvulture, see 757 Labs). Not to mention, people that work for most of the tech places local frequent the list or the people on the list know someone there. (Note, other people, if you know people that are into technology, robotics, security, computers, etc, feel free to refer them!).

Human networking is the best.

hotjobs, dice, monster, linkedin, careerconnection all have value. But not as much as knowing people.

Also, the ability to get a gov't security clearance ranks high. Higher is actually having one. Secret is okay, TS is better.

[nycricanpapi]

Wow thanks very informative. I will surely consider your posting. Thank you so much!

Originally Posted by telemonster

Chrome rim shops, payday loans, and the stores that cater only to E1 and up and government employee rent to own. Those are the big things in Hampton Roads.

Seriously, I'm in IT. So I'll give you pointers.

First thing you should do. HR Geeks. Granted, I help run the site. But yea, a pretty good cross section of people come to the meetings or are on the mailing list. I'd say we had 22 last Thursday. On the list: From computer security college course instructor, to CTO of a group that does computer security (Fortune 500?), to people that work in computer security at the top of the game in the region. Not limited to compsec, there are people into robotics, software development (all langs), and other stuff. Both hobbyist and professional (and as you can imagine, many of the hobbyists are better than the professionals). A friend and myself just presented at the Shmoocon "hacker" conference in DC (Open Source UAV project called openvulture, see 757 Labs). Not to mention, people that work for most of the tech places local frequent the list or the people on the list know someone there. (Note, other people, if you know people that are into technology, robotics, security, computers, etc, feel free to refer them!).

Human networking is the best.

hotjobs, dice, monster, linkedin, careerconnection all have value. But not as much as knowing people.

Also, the ability to get a gov't security clearance ranks high. Higher is actually having one. Secret is okay, TS is better.

[Steph22679VA]

You and a lot of other college grads are looking for jobs in HR. I'd suggest venturing outside of the bubble a little, you will have much more opportunity... Believe me, I just moved to California from there and the opportunity here is MUCH greater. I may have to come back for another masters program but it will be very temporary.