Dont give up it takes time but due to all the spare time on your hands seems like ages. When on paper its ot that long to be looking.Originally Posted by cryBaby
Thank you for the reply.
I researched about the Philippines Driver's License, site says I need international driver's license, and can use it for a year in UK. I have to take lessons anyway, since I have no driving experience in UK.
So I have started cold calling, and it is difficult and nerve wracking.
I am applying for junior or graduate positions as a way in.
But I didn't know that the university and country I graduated from meant a lot.
Most of the companies want a 2.1 or first class graduates, I didn't even know what that meant since we have a different grading system in the Philippines.
Seems like all my programming experience in the Philippines and Japan doesn't matter at all
Dont forget to research if thecompany you are applying to has a Japanese divison or does business there. Most likely the person reading your CV will have no idea but you may be able to add into cover letter something which drops a hint how your experience will be useful.
As burdock mentions reserach on each company you apply to is vital.
Also think creatively when reading Job adverts can your skills be of use (you dont need all the skills and experiences they mention trust me) often people we employ have less than 50 percent of the skills requested on the job requirments. The rest they will learn or pick up. Even say ananylast or adminstrator in a programing enviroment may mean you get your foot in the door and can potentially move over. With your understanding of programing and programers will be a big avantage. You may find a new career path who knows
As James mention get your qualifications assessed or see if you can find a link to an offcial website which shows how the degree you posses equates to a UK one. You can state what it equates to and then the company at least have an idea and can check out themsleves..
