[ciapug] Looking for guidance

[Jerry Heiselman]

>
> •       How possible is it to get a programming job at such places as
> Principal without a programming
> degree or any certifications?


Very difficult.  Principal is a very sought after company and they have
their choice of any candidate they could  possibly want for whatever
position they want.  I don't mean to say this to discourage you (I apply
every once in a while and have never even so much as received a call or a
Dear John letter), but my wife worked in their hiring department for a time
and she said they generally have around 200 candidates for any position they
are looking to fill.

•       What suggestions would you offer to help prove to a possible
> employer that I can do the job?


Definitely get some education.  Another thing to try is putting some stuff
out there, freeware, open-source, etc... and build a portfolio.  Sometimes,
those speak louder than anything.

•       Do you know of any companies that offer Internships or would
> consider hiring someone cheaply
> just to get more experience?


Sorry, can't help you there.


-Jerry
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