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6 Comments on “how hard is it fo a A+ student finding a job after college?”

1. 
   Bev B
   March 26th, 2010 at 6:22 pm

   Same as it is for a D- student. When you are lying on the road in a pool of your own blood, do you question whether the Paramedic approaching you was the first in his class or the last? Nope, you are just glad he is there.

2. 
   El Tecolote
   March 26th, 2010 at 7:05 pm

   Depends on what that A+ student is willing to do for a paycheck.

   I have a bachelor’s degree, the equivalent of three undergrad minors and a graduate-level certificate.

   When I’m between movie crews, I deliver pizzas to carry me through until that next movie shoot that I can get a job on.

   It just depends on what a college grad is willing to do until the break comes in the chosen field. That’s all there is to it.

3. 
   Boss H
   March 26th, 2010 at 7:08 pm

   Not hard if you are Mexican, Chinese, or Indian.

   for a biology major?
   depends on your specialty or track that you chose, and your minor.

4. 
   Its tottally gay-er
   March 26th, 2010 at 7:51 pm

   That would really depend on your major.

   People with poor social skills often end up majoring in computer science or math and their chances of getting work are very high.

   People that major in liberal arts fields like psych, history, english & others will find it harder to get by. They will have to rely on their people skills to charm their employer and constantly reassure him/her that they are qualified.

   Alot of people have the same concerns going into college and making sure they get their money’s worth once they graduate. The fear is that there won’t be great job opportunities for people outside of the math-science fields. That’s when the liberal arts people decide to go for a fallback option like continuing their education through law or business. California has the worst unemployment situation currently – its at a 11.9% high.

   I’m really concerned about the job market in the next 3 years. The high in demand fields in teaching are only math and science, which ironically enough are the types of subjects people major in to earn a higher salary. Teaching positions are scarce for social studies which means any investment a person makes in the 4-5 year period might be all for nothing. Seniority is preferred if you’re going to end up filling up a history teacher’s position….

   To address the detail you added into your question – yes, I think its still hard to find a job if you’re going to be a B.S. in biology. People that are paid to do research for corporations like G.T. have phDs or similar work experience to back up their credentials. Its really unlikely to find a job as a B.S. in biology, especially when most biotech jobs are looking into your background in molecular/cellular biology and chemistry. The best thing that you could do while in school is to get interned as a research assistant (ask your professors about this). This will give you some hands on experience and it’ll look good when it comes to applying for a job.

5. 
   Jerry O
   March 26th, 2010 at 8:38 pm

   Depends on your willingness to relocate. Right now there are jobs in Dallas, Austin and Houston. Avg starting salary w/BS, BA $35,000.

6. 
   Jane
   March 26th, 2010 at 8:43 pm

   I would imagine that if applying for a job in your chosen arena with an A+ and your personality is what their looking for, then you have a very good chance of finding a job. In the mean time just take what you can to tide you over. Admittedly college students are deemed as unreliable by some, this being due to their age and partying habits, but most are generally hard working and committed.
   Just show that your a competent, driven person who is willing to go the whole nine yards and you will get there.