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What jobs can I get?
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If I'm 18, have my high school diploma and the A+/Net+/Security+/CCENT certifications and don't plan on starting college right away and willing to relocate anywhere in the US, what entry level IT jobs can I get and what would the starting pay look like?
And I know that having certifications isn't the same as having experience which is why I'm looking to gain experience by landing an entry level position.
And I know that having certifications isn't the same as having experience which is why I'm looking to gain experience by landing an entry level position.
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markulous Member Posts: 2,394 ■■■■■■■■□□
Totally depends. The area you are in will determine a pay range. In an average cost of living area, I'd guess anywhere from $10-$16 with no experience working at a help desk or NOC. -
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Betrayal Member Posts: 108
Totally depends. The area you are in will determine a pay range. In an average cost of living area, I'd guess anywhere from $10-$16 with no experience working at a help desk or NOC.
Thanks for the answer mark, this seems pretty realistic to me and helps give me a better idea of what to expect when starting out. -
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rsutton Member Posts: 1,029 ■■■■■□□□□□
At 18 the most important thing for you is to get a few years of transferable experience. If you know where you want to be in a few years, you can look for a job that will give you relevant experience now. If possible, I wouldn't worry at all about pay - think of your first job as an investment. -
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[Deleted User] Senior Member Posts: 0 ■■■■□□□□□□
Rsutton is spot on. However, make sure you are making enough to make ends meet! Do a little research if you are considering moving and know what the COL is in the area. I started at a help desk around 19. If you work hard and learn as much as you can in every role, you will easily find yourself in a position to be gainfully employed in the future. -
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tahjzhuan Member Posts: 288 ■■■■□□□□□□
I joined the Air Force not too far from that age, it was like an internship. It's also a way to gain experience and possibly a clearance.