This is often assessed by a computer aptitude test. Communication skills and a mature personality are needed. Age may be seen as an advantage for dealing with customers, but entry may be difficult without previous relevant technical experience. Competition Competition is moderate, though graduates with a combination of technical aptitude and the right personal qualities will be favoured. Find out about potential employers.
Recruitment starts in the autumn term and continues all year.
Attend campus presentations. Apply to computer manufacturers, suppliers, systems and software houses via advertised vacancies and speculative application. Recruitment agencies commonly handle vacancies. See agency entries in Computer Weekly and Computing. Also use the internet.