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How good would a CCNA look for Internships? (lemmy.world)
submitted 11 months ago by freebdsm@lemmy.world to c/networking@sh.itjust.works
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I am a computer networking student and i'm in an extremely lucky position next semester. I only have to work weekends and complete a few elective courses. I basically have four months to study and attain the CCNA.

Unfortunately, I think that employers seeking interns might see my certification as me compensating for my grades (2.6 gpa with a bunch of withdrawn courses). Is this a well founded fear?

Thanks. I also have a couple months repairing laptops as experience but I'm thinking of leaving that out.

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[–] besmtt@lemmy.world 3 points 11 months ago (1 children)

I don't see getting a cert as a bad thing. As far as "how good" that would be hard to gauge. IMO, a better way to look at it is what are the downsides of studying and getting the cert.

[–] freebdsm@lemmy.world 2 points 11 months ago (1 children)

In my case, I guess I would have to decide between continuing to work in a field unrelated to IT or taking a break to attain the CCNA. Not sure if there's a right choice here.