Re:Ask HN: I'm an 18 year old programmer; How do I get a job?
by eli on Wednesday August 11, 2010 @02:16PM
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Where are you located? I'm trying to hire a junior-level web developer in DC. Send me a message if you're interested. Seriously.
Anyway, a few things:
- You're not going to get a reply from many/most jobs you apply for. This isn't necessarily you. It's just the way it is.
- This is just a hunch, but I think you're going to have more luck with smaller companies and startups than with big companies that filter all applicants through an HR department first.
- Don't sell yourself short. I got tons of applicants with Comp Sci degrees who are totally clueless. I would consider someone who is smart but lacks a college degree without any hesitation. Apply for jobs even if the requirements say "BS Degree."
- Send a letter/resume to companies you'd really, really like to work for
Anyway, a few things:
- You're not going to get a reply from many/most jobs you apply for. This isn't necessarily you. It's just the way it is.
- This is just a hunch, but I think you're going to have more luck with smaller companies and startups than with big companies that filter all applicants through an HR department first.
- Don't sell yourself short. I got tons of applicants with Comp Sci degrees who are totally clueless. I would consider someone who is smart but lacks a college degree without any hesitation. Apply for jobs even if the requirements say "BS Degree."
- Send a letter/resume to companies you'd really, really like to work for