What is the best advice to give to recent computer science grad, having no internships or past experience in this field?

Let’s learn what is the best advice to give to recent computer science grad, having no internships or past experience in this field. The most accurate or helpful solution is served by Quora.

There are ten answers to this question.

Best solution

Answer:

You should be looking to meet people who hold positions you are interested in, or work at companies...

Read more

Michael Tannenbaum at Quora Mark as irrelevant Undo

Other solutions

Applying and preparing for grad school in the computational sciences

I'm heavily considering pursuing a PhD focused on statistical and computational approaches to scientific problems, mostly those in the biological or cognitive sciences. This is my third year of undergraduate studies, and while I have some research experience...

Answer:

What's the rush? You will be well-served for a number of reasons to wait. I think as a general rule...

Read more

sqrtofpi at Ask.Metafilter.Com Mark as irrelevant Undo

How do I make a career switch from computer hardware to software?

Quick summary: My educational & work experience relates to computer hardware & architecture, but I'm strongly considering making a move to software development. I have no idea how to go about this, what to expect, and can really use some advice...

Answer:

I think Rose Wiegley is mostly on the right track. For the past couple of decades, hardware has really...

Read more

Stan Hanks at Quora Mark as irrelevant Undo

How do get into Science grad school w/an Art undergrad degree ?

I have a bachelors degree in film. I want a Masters in Cell and Molecular Biology. I want to work in a research lab. Getting into grad school in general is a mystery to me, but my special circumstances make it seem that much more impossible...is it?...

Answer:

I think the key here is that you really need to get that upper-level coursework. PIs will take you more...

Read more

Telomeracer at Ask.Metafilter.Com Mark as irrelevant Undo

What now, BS in Computer Science?

What now, BS in Computer Science? I will have my BS in CS at the end of May. I'm worried a lot about my future... I read two posts kind of similar to my situation (Here and Here) But don't get me wrong, I've enjoyed programming through school. I've been...

Answer:

It has been a while since I've had to code something...(many semesters) I don't have much time outside...

Read more

Arashi at Ask.Metafilter.Com Mark as irrelevant Undo

Alternative careers for a science PhD dropout

Alternative careers for a science PhD dropout: Specific ideas for my special snowflake job search after leaving academia. I am considering dropping out of my biomedical sciences graduate program. The only things stopping me right now are guilt at letting...

Answer:

when it takes all the determination I can muster to even show up most days, literally makes me cry....

Read more

twoporedomain at Ask.Metafilter.Com Mark as irrelevant Undo

Why am I not getting an internship in Software Engineering? Seeking advice desperately...

Hi. I am a CS student seeking an intern position in software engineering. Originally I wanted to work in a thriving start-up company, or a big company, but now I am willing to work anywhere in the U.S. I thought my resume was pretty competent, but I...

Answer:

There are too many non-CS stuff in your resume. You might want to add something like this TopCoder,...

Read more

Anonymous at Quora Mark as irrelevant Undo

What non-academic options can a fresh Computer Science grad pursue to work in the renewable energy industry?

I'm a student at University College London (UCL), finishing up my bachelors (which is really an integrated Masters) in CS. I'm currently on a year abroad at ETH Zurich, where among other things, I am taking a couple of renewable energy courses. I've...

Answer:

The Holy Grail will be organics or nano solar.  There is tremendous work to be done attracting more...

Read more

Michael Orshan at Quora Mark as irrelevant Undo

As a fresh PhD graduate in computer science with no industry experience but a proven track record, how can I best negotiate my job offer?

I am possibly in the top 0.1% of all new grad hires with multiple publications, top-tier open-source contributions and great internships. Edit: Since some of the early answers seem to indicate a bit of hostility, let me say that I am really sorry if...

Answer:

Edit: Important note: I sympathize you a lot, believe you'll make it in the best way possible, make...

Read more

Dima Korolev at Quora Mark as irrelevant Undo

What IT training courses are good to begin a career in the IT field of Canada?

Hello all. I am a new Permanent Resident of Canada and am presently residing in Toronto. I plan to get my Masters degree in Computer Science but classes doesn't begin until September next year. While I wait for my classes to begin, I want get some experience...

Answer:

The university of Waterloo is building a state of the art facility that will be the absolute best in...

Read more

TR1 at Yahoo! Answers Mark as irrelevant Undo

Just Added Q & A:

Find solution

For every problem there is a solution! Proved by Solucija.

  • Got an issue and looking for advice?

  • Ask Solucija to search every corner of the Web for help.

  • Get workable solutions and helpful tips in a moment.

Just ask Solucija about an issue you face and immediately get a list of ready solutions, answers and tips from other Internet users. We always provide the most suitable and complete answer to your question at the top, along with a few good alternatives below.