I would recommend anyone who is unable to find job go to the IT route. Rather than working for some 8-10 dollars per hours its better to earn 25-30 per hour. You will find lots of challenges. But that's how the new person will be born. If u love challenges and ready to learn new stuffs, you are always welcome to the IT field. But make sure, you need to work at least 6 months to year just to be little settled. I was kind of hesitant too in the beginning. But now having worked for almost 3 years, I would recommend anyone to join the consultancy.
Also, look for IT companies that provide good training and you give your interview on your own. No mock interviews. This will screw you.