{"id":889,"date":"2017-03-31T17:24:55","date_gmt":"2017-04-03T20:50:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wayup.com\/guide\/?p=889"},"modified":"2018-06-29T14:13:43","modified_gmt":"2018-06-29T14:13:43","slug":"land-job-tech","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wayupstudent.wpengine.com\/land-job-tech\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Land a Job in Tech"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the most exciting industries around, the tech industry has built its reputation on growth and innovation. This is great news for recent grads who are passionate about technology and interested in contributing to its development.<\/p>\n

Here are the steps you need to take if you want to land a job in tech.<\/p>\n

1. Develop your knowledge of the tech industry<\/strong><\/h4>\n

When it comes to starting your career, few things are as important as knowing the industry inside and out. Although this may sound a bit overwhelming at first, it\u2019s actually good news because your knowledge doesn\u2019t have to be academic. While computer science and business classes can be a good way to learn about the tech industry, there\u2019s also a lot you can do to develop that knowledge on your own. Tech-focused websites like Forbes Tech<\/a> offer a lot of insight into industry trends and emerging technologies. Beyond that, it\u2019s about learning about specific companies and the kind of work they do.<\/p>\n

2. Determine what aspects of tech you\u2019re interested in<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Once you have a strong grasp of what\u2019s happening in the industry, it\u2019s time to narrow your focus and pick a career path the matches your skills and interests. For example, if you\u2019ve been coding since high school and want to take a hands-on approach to creating new technologies, you might want to focus your attention on engineering. On the other hand, if you\u2019re more interested in sales or marketing, focusing on those aspects of the industry might make more sense for you.<\/p>\n

3. Intern with a tech-focused company<\/strong><\/h4>\n

With industry knowledge under your belt and a strong focus in mind, it\u2019s time to get some hands-on experience by interning with a tech company. This is a great way to deepen your knowledge of the tech field while also figuring out what type of role is best for you. Depending on the type of company you work for (and the internship you choose) you may be involved in different aspects of a company\u2019s operations from engineering to marketing or even human resources. While smaller companies can provide a more cross-functional internship experience, larger companies can give you a chance to truly specialize in your field and gain the kind of experience that might take you a year or two to develop at another company. This is an important thing to keep in mind as you apply for internships since you\u2019ll want the internship you choose to reflect your career goals moving forward. If you\u2019re a recent grad without a tech internship under your belt, don\u2019t worry. You can still stand out from the crowd by developing your industry knowledge and studying the companies you want to work with.<\/p>\n

4. Know what tech companies look for<\/strong><\/h4>\n

While tech companies definitely have their share of differences, they also have a lot of similarities. One of these is the desire to hire bright, motivated people to join their teams and give them the chance to create solutions that are truly game changing. Since tech companies place so much emphasis on talent and passion, being able to demonstrate these qualities is extremely important to landing a job.<\/p>\n

By following these tips and developing your skills and knowledge, you\u2019ll have no problem finding a tech job that\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n

Next, get more career tips for internships and entry-level jobs such as the\u00a0Top 10 Skills Employers Want in an Intern<\/a>\u00a0and find answers to common interview questions such as Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years?<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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