I am currently an automotive technician, and for many reasons I am deciding to switch careers and become a software developer. I am currently going to school for a degree in computer science and I would like to get an internship but I feel when employers see "Automotive Technician" on my resume it's a big turn off. Which is my assumption as to why I haven't heard a peep from any one of the dozens of companies I have sent an application to.

So my question is: What can I do to keep my current career from hurting my future career?

I am currently an automotive technician getting a degree in computer science and applying for internships. Despite sending off dozens of resumes, I haven't gotten any offers at all, partially because of my resume clearly stating that I am currently an automotive technician.

When coming from a blue-collar background/work experience, how can I prevent employers from making judgments about my skill based on my current job?