Definitely stay tight with your roomate. If his dad is still there when you meet the mins, he might be willing to help you as well. One captain can't necessarily get you an interview, but he can definitely keep "nagging" the right people to look at your resume/application. Make sure you have some time flying with either your roomate, his dad or someone who works there. That make a world of difference when someone recommends you. Keep you logs in good order. Try to get a meet and greet at both the cargo companies. Letting the right people be able to put a face with a name helps plus them knowing you'll spend the time and money to come in doesn't hurt either.