I really want to start career in IT. Which direction do I go to? Cybersecurity? Data science? Something related to AI?

Looking forward go get some feedback

So long story short, I am very depressed and burnt out of school (5th year studying computer science). I'm burning money paying for classes I'm not even really paying attention in.

I'd like to just get a job, and maybe just finish my degree one class at a time. I figured a help desk job might be my best bet seeing as I don't really have a degree yet.

I'm not like, an *expert* on all things computer related, I've never built or taken one apart, but I can solve most of my own issues that I've had with my computers just by googling stuff.

I'm 31F, transitioning into IT and currently learning ServiceNow. I'm looking for someone experienced in the ServiceNow ecosystem who could guide me on becoming job-ready, choosing the right skills, and navigating my first job search.

I'm learning on my own and could really use some practical career guidance.

Please be kind, guys. The world is already cruel enough out there.

Any advice or mentorship would mean a lot. Thank you!

I'm mainly asking this question because I recently declined an interview last minute on Indeed after seeing the LLC and the interviewer didn't exist.

The meter grant looks like something too good to be true for a student like me and I know this toes the line with promotions and advertisement, but I literally cannot find anything on reddit or the internet about this except for a youtube video and their own blog post and can't help but be suspicious.

Blog Post https://www.meter.com/blog/meter-grants

So I applied for a Tier 1 Helpdesk position and I've done the recruiter interview which was mainly an introduction alongside some technical questions, after that went well I did an interview with the manager of service desk ( the guy who would be my manager in case i get hired) that went really well and they said that I smashed the interview, The interview was mostly technical focused, got asked a lot of technical questions and what would you do if this and that scenario questions alongside some culture fit.

Now I am on to the next round which is with the Head of IT, and I am not quite sure what that would be about. The recruiter mentioned that it will probably be technically focused aswell so i am kinda worried what else shall i be knowing haha. and the one after is with the CEO.

I'd appreciate some insight

This company sent me an email inviting me to a recruitment session where I could potentially get a job, but I am very skeptical. This company is apparently an ISP based in the south around Florida and Georgia, but I have not been able to find much about them outside of LinkedIn and Instagram, and they are not verified on either platform. Not even Reddit has talked much about them and if they’re legit. Should I trust them and sign up for the event? Or should I avoid them at all costs?

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This will be about my second DE class. The previous class was on IT basic fundamentals, but that was so long ago Im pretty sure i forgot a good amount. I (think) i want to enter something networks or systems administration or something along those lines, but im not 100% sure. As long as its not super programming or math heavy, I dont think i mind. I also dont mind the idea of help desk, but ive heard it can be very deadend. Also I can only take one due to my class schedule.

I've got some interviews for help desk positions coming up and I was wondering if there are any good questions I could ask that would make the interviewer think I am worth escalating to the next level of interviews. I already know a question or two, but the trouble is sometimes I'm interviewing with a screener and not someone who actually knows the IT department.

Atm of speaking, my uni plans to conduct an edutech hackathon and as someone still taking a network cert(HCIA) I feel I can enter such a hackathon with my currently developing skills. My rough plan for now is an ap/ru IOT network for immersive teaching environments for lower levels. For demonstrating such network architecture and structures, what are some recommended methods?

This occupation is for a Entry IT Help desk. I'm also a internal employee working at the company for 2 years and also having a HR recommendation and networking with another HR to get me into a interview.

edit: I dont have technical experience but I've gained personal experience with home labs for a year and ticketing simulations for 3 months so I nailed the technical questions. I have 2 years in customer experience as a cashier on-call and face-to-face.

It worked and I got a in-phone and yesterday a in person interview and now tomorrow I have another interview with the director.

I fear deadly that I might not get hired but also what more questions would they even ask me?

I already went through so much and even the 2nd interview they ask repeated questions from the 1st (only like 2 repeated questions.)

What should i prepare for this time?

Something I've been wondering about is how IT teams are expected to keep everything running smoothly, solve technical issues, maintain security, and support other departments, yet they're often treated as a cost rather than an investment.

Is this is common across the IT industry, or does it depend on the company and its management? For those working in IT, does your organization take infrastructure and staffing seriously, or does it usually take a major problem for management to pay attention?

Been working at this company for a little more than a year and got promoted to being the main support/report writer for our new ERP system a few months ago. I do love learning and writing code but literally every day for the past few months has been researching about the system, writing SQL reports, answering questions, helping with ERP-specific floor issues, and I feel like my brain is completely mush most days. Genuinely it's a good job, but a lot of days I sit at my desk and struggle to get my brain both working enough to keep learning/figuring stuff out and modivated enough to do the next step for big projects, and honestly half the time i struggle to even remember what i was just doing/supposed to do.

How do you guys refresh your brains when it feels burnt out from how much learning/problem solving you're doing? I try walking around or going for a bathroom break but it doesn't seem to help much. After work I try not to do anything too thought intensive but it doesn't really seem to refresh it. This is my first full-time job after college so I'm still learning how to mentally manage it all.

Hi everyone, looking for some honest feedback on my resume.

I have a computer science degree and about a year in IT support at a managed service provider. I have been applying to support engineer and integration engineer roles as a step toward software engineering or AI work in the long run.

The problem is I keep getting rejected early and have not landed a single interview yet, so I feel like something is off with the resume itself. Does it read too much like general IT support? What would you cut or change?

Resume: https://imgur.com/a/5p2bRU7

Thanks for any advice.

I’m currently pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) and have advanced to the FINAL interview stage for a Systems Engineer internship. This would be my first professional experience in the IT field.

I currently maintain a 4.0 GPA, hold an entry-level cloud certification, and have completed hands-on cloud networking projects. My academic background also includes a university-awarded Computer Science Mathematics micro-credential, a specialization in software development, and coursework in artificial intelligence and machine learning.

I’m also preparing for my CCNA and plan to pursue Security+ as I continue developing my skills in networking, systems, cloud infrastructure, and security.

During my initial interview, HR mentioned that interns who perform well have a strong possibility of receiving a full-time offer afterward. That makes this opportunity particularly important to me because I’m hoping to establish a long-term career in infrastructure and eventually cloud engineering.
I’ve been advised to prepare using the STAR interview method. However, I’m curious about what else I should focus on before meeting with my final two interviewers.

For those who have interviewed for Systems Engineer internships or worked in similar positions:

What behavioral or technical questions should I prepare for?

How can I stand out against candidates who may already have internship experience?

What qualities do interviewers typically look for in entry-level Systems Engineer candidates?

What advice would you give someone hoping to turn an internship into a full-time engineering position?

I’d appreciate any insight or personal experiences. Thanks in advance!