Hello,
My name is Javier, and I have had a big, lifelong passion for maps, being able to fully interpret and comprehend them at a very young age and eventually memorizing the whole highway network of my home state. Based on this love of maps, I decided 2 months ago to switch careers and find a meaningful career in GIS.
For the past 2 months, I have taught myself GIS fundamentals on ArcGIS Pro, and last week, I successfully passed the ArcGIS Pro Foundations certification exam. At the same time, I have been looking for an entry-level position (e.g., GIS Technician) that would allow me to develop a career in GIS. However, I did not graduate with a Geography degree and I have no prior career experience in GIS, which makes it a challenge when searching for jobs. Aside from a certification, are there any important skills or programs I should learn that will help me stand out? I am currently learning Python. And to get a job at my level of expertise, what positions should I be looking for? My main interest is within transportation and cartography.
Thanks In Advance,
- Javier