my gf is an unemployed web developer, been out of work 4 months and counting. my uncle has 20+ years programming experience, including security clearances. he's still on the street after 3 months.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by QueRAM
[B]I know that this is not the best time to find a job but Troy, NY is killing me.

 

I have to find out about this soon. I do not want to make an ass out of myself when I call the recruiter that asked me if I would be interested in a contract assignment. What exactly is it? I know it is for a limited time but does it have a different status than being a full-time employee.

I have a 1 year Optional Practical Training Permit right now and after that I need sponsorship for the visa. I am curious if I am eligible for a this. Anyone experienced in this?

 

Hey QueRam,

I'm also out of work, but it is mostly from choice rather than from circumstances. I think what a recruiter is saying if you're interested in a contract assignement is if you'd want to be hired short term for a company on a contract basis. You'd be paid by the hour but not considered a full time employee.

basically, that's what I do. I am a consultant and we get hired for projects on a short term basis. We are not employees of the company and do not receive any benefits.

If you get enough contracts, it's a good way to earn a living.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by ICEMAN666
[B]QueRAM,

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by MarkS2K
[B]Hey QueRam,

I'm also out of work, but it is mostly from choice rather than from circumstances. I think what a recruiter is saying if you're interested in a contract assignement is if you'd want to be hired short term for a company on a contract basis. You'd be paid by the hour but not considered a full time employee.

basically, that's what I do. I am a consultant and we get hired for projects on a short term basis. We are not employees of the company and do not receive any benefits.

If you get enough contracts, it's a good way to earn a

 

If you're a new graduate with no work experience, then it's much harder to get a contract job. The only type of people I know that can get contract jobs straight out of school (even high school) are programmers.

Benefits aren't so bad to get on your own since you usually make a lot of money charging hourly. The only bad part about contracting is that the company can get rid of you whenever they want. The income isn't as steady, but you are able to ride out the lulls. That's what I'm doing right now. I finisehd work for a client in the middle of June and haven't found anything yet. I got a good lead on a few new clients and am hoping to be working agin by early to mid Aug.

Good luck with the job search. For a temporary solution, I'd definitely tell you to do contract work. Sometimes, it's a good way to get into a company and hire on as a permanent employee.

[QUOTE]Originally posted by QueRAM
[B]

So, this means no benefits.

 

There are tons of unemployed graduates these days...

How can I afford an S2000 if I don't have a frickin job!