Tips for finding your next IT job

If you are an IT professional, your skills are in high demand. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, information technology jobs will grow approximately 15 percent over the next decade. This is over 600,000 new IT jobs in the U.S. The median annual wage for IT workers is $97,430. Your salary will vary based on your level of experience and education.

Here are some tips for helping you land your next IT job.

Update your resume: You must have an up-to-date resume that details all your education and experience, no matter how insignificant you think it may be. If you worked as a camp counselor during your summer break and worked with computer programs, include that experience.

Don’t forget about social media: Any social media websites where you have an account may have a job opening list, particularly professional ones such as LinkedIn. If you can find ideal companies you’d like to work for, you can visit their page and see if they have any job openings or contact them for more information.

Check out company websites: The same as with an organization’s social media page, you can find job openings on the company’s website and in many cases, you can also upload your resume. Looking at the company website will also give you a feel for what the company is about. Be sure to look at the company’s vision and mission statements to make sure they align with your values.

Take an Internship: Many companies offer IT students internships that will give you valuable experience, and it may lead into a full-time position. An internship is your opportunity to shine and prove your value to the company.

Seek the assistance of a staffing agency: There are many good reasons to consider a staffing agency to help you find your dream IT job. Even if the job is part-time or temporary in the beginning, it could lead to a permanent well-paying IT job. Jobs can be more readily provided to staffing agencies if a company is looking to hire an IT employee quickly to find a new vacancy. The staffing agency takes care of all the work including interviewing you to see if you qualify for the position. If you are approved, all you have to do is show up for work.

If you are seeking a job in information technology, the experts at eStaff specialize in providing qualified IT applicants to Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, and the surrounding areas, as well as other areas of the country. Are you ready to find your next IT job? Give us a call today! (512) 848-7953