Changing Jobs - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

80s_Fan · 04-12-2007, 06:14 PM

I'm currently employed at "Zellers" as a general merchandise clerk and trying to look for a different; and better job that involves books, etc....

This fall; I'm planning on going to school to take a college program called:
"Information & Library Technologies" and so I decided to start looking for a job in either a libary and/or someplace where I can gain experience and get a feel for it but I'm having no such luck.

Has anybody had this kind of problem? I'm getting frustrated and impatient.
It's hard cause I have no experience. Any suggestions and/or tips?
_________________________________________________________________

Lex Luthor · 04-12-2007, 11:23 PM

You might have to volunteer in order to build up some experience. I am sure you have put thought into your decision for the class you are taking but it seems to me that even with the certification you are very limited in the jobs that it applies to.

Have you talked to people in the industry that you want to work (i.e. an informational interview)? Does this program pretty much guarantee you a job in your chosen feild? If not perhaps you should reconsider your choice of program, there are tons of programs out there that would all but ensure you employment.

It is very common for people in College/University to waste several years and lots of money before finding what they actually want to do. I would suggest at minimum you make an appointment with an academic counsellor at the college, they may also be able to assist you in finding employment in the feild you are looking.

Cheers

Max Whittaker · 04-13-2007, 07:00 PM

A little piece of paper, commonly referred to as a diploma, is important in many careers. But you won't get far without solid experience. Perhaps some volunteer or internships.

04-12-2007, 06:14 PM	#1
80s_Fan Healthcare_Clerk Senior Member Join Date: May 26, 2004 Location: Montreal, Canada Posts: 1,697	Changing Jobs I'm currently employed at "Zellers" as a general merchandise clerk and trying to look for a different; and better job that involves books, etc.... This fall; I'm planning on going to school to take a college program called: "Information & Library Technologies" and so I decided to start looking for a job in either a libary and/or someplace where I can gain experience and get a feel for it but I'm having no such luck. Has anybody had this kind of problem? I'm getting frustrated and impatient. It's hard cause I have no experience. Any suggestions and/or tips? _________________________________________________________________

04-12-2007, 11:23 PM	#2
Lex Luthor I'm bringing Lexy back Senior Member Join Date: Jun 07, 2005 Location: The Great White North Posts: 2,374	You might have to volunteer in order to build up some experience. I am sure you have put thought into your decision for the class you are taking but it seems to me that even with the certification you are very limited in the jobs that it applies to. Have you talked to people in the industry that you want to work (i.e. an informational interview)? Does this program pretty much guarantee you a job in your chosen feild? If not perhaps you should reconsider your choice of program, there are tons of programs out there that would all but ensure you employment. It is very common for people in College/University to waste several years and lots of money before finding what they actually want to do. I would suggest at minimum you make an appointment with an academic counsellor at the college, they may also be able to assist you in finding employment in the feild you are looking. Cheers
	__________________ I look forward to resuming our verbal judo - Lex Luthor It's a complicated world, Clark. Only the naïve view it in black and white - Lex Luthor Genevieve: "I underestimated you, Lex." Lex: "Well, that’s a common mistake." Lionel Luthor: "We don't need to play games, son." Lex Luthor: "Dad, games are all we got."

04-13-2007, 07:00 PM	#3
Max Whittaker I want Serenity back Forum Veteran Join Date: Apr 30, 2001 Posts: 6,180	A little piece of paper, commonly referred to as a diploma, is important in many careers. But you won't get far without solid experience. Perhaps some volunteer or internships.
	__________________ I will get things done for America – to make our people safer, smarter, & healthier. I will bring Americans together to strengthen our communities. Faced with apathy, I will take action. Faced with conflict, I will seek common ground. Faced with adversity, I will persevere. I will carry this commitment with me this year and beyond. I am an AmeriCorps member, and I will get things done.