Re: Help! Help!!

You could try going to work for Oracle for a couple of years. Hirers (in the UK at least) seem to think that ex-Oracle employees are a good bet.

It also gives you a chance to acquire a good understanding of how the product actually works.

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Jonathan Lewis
Yet another Oracle-related web site: www.jlcomp.demon.co.uk

dejayhx_at_my-deja.com wrote in message <7ns1va$8dc$1_at_nnrp1.deja.com>...
>Hello, I have a Ph.D. degree in a scientific field (but not
>computer related). However, I use computers a lot and also use
>Personal Oracle. In fact, I became so interested in Oracle that I
>got certified as Oracle DBA by studying myself. Now I want to
>become an Oracle DBA and started to look for an entry-level job.
>I am really frustrated that once a recruiter or company see my
>background, then they lose interests. I am a quick learner and
>very analytical. I am confident that given the opportunity, I can
>get enough required DBA skills in a few months. I don't mind
>being paid less, I just want to get the experience and show my
>capability. Any advice or suggestion on how I can get into this
>or an intern opportunity is greatly appreciated. Thank you for
>your help and time in advance.
>
>
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Received on Fri Jul 30 1999 - 10:17:21 CDT