#Entry Level Jobs

[nando161mando]

The state of entry level jobs right now

[smh0217]

“Entry level” job postings be like:

Company: We are hiring anyone for this entry level position! Though, people with college degrees would be much preferred!

Me: Hi, I’m a recent college graduate that would like to apply to this ENTRY LEVEL job that’s in my field of study please!

Company: Great! Do you have 85+ years of work experience in a similar field?

Me: Um… no?

Company: Then sorry, we won’t be hiring you.

Me: But the listing sai-

Company: We know what the listing said. Also, fuck you.

[netscapenavigator-official]

My grandmother filled me in with some grocery store drama, and I thought I’d share it here because it’s interesting.

Basically, her Walmart of choice is now keeping WAY more cashier-lanes open.

In addition, our local Dollar General (which formerly ONLY had self-checkout isles) has hired a cashier.

She also saw on the News how Target was considering doing away with self-checkouts, entirely.

Why all of this? Because people are stealing. Who could’ve guessed this would be the outcome??

Apparently, theft is becoming so common at self-checkouts (in some areas) that stores are losing enough money that hiring human cashiers is actually the cheaper option.

So in other news. We did it! Great work everyone, and keep it up. Steal these companies into the ground and then some.

[performing-personhood]

[snnumntik]

are these no prior education or experience jobs in the room with us?

[starpunkdmc]

hot take:

Jobs should be legally required to tell you the exact reason you weren't hired. There should be a really long and tedious form that employers have to fill out for every single application that gets rejected.

How am I supposed to get a job if I don't know what I did wrong?

[echoofawind]

ITS NOT AN ENTRY LEVEL JOB IS YOU HAVE TO HAVE 2-7 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

ENTRY LEVEL MEANS ZERO EXPERIENCE

ZERO. ZILCH. NADA. NOTHING.

[gradsireninc]

How To Get A Job Without Experience (With 6 Career Options)

Are you wondering if you can get a job without any technical or professional experience?

Getting a job without any prior work experience can seem daunting. But it's not impossible! You can convince employers to take a chance on you with the right strategy and perseverance. This article will take you to some effective ways to land a job without experience. You'll get to know six career opportunities that don't require any experience or minimal expertise.

Let's dive in.

Effective Ways To Land A Job Without Experience

Here are some effective ways to help you make a strong case to potential employers and open doors to intriguing prospects. You can utilize these ways whether you're a recent graduate, switching to a different sector, or simply trying to start over.

Leverage Your Education

Highlight your academic credentials, especially if you have a degree that relates to the field or role you're pursuing. Coursework, projects, internships, leadership activities, and any honors or awards show your capabilities.

For example, if you majored in marketing, emphasize any analysis or campaigns you did for class. Or, if you're applying for a software engineering role, describe coding projects and hackathons you participated in.

Be prepared to talk intelligently about what you studied and how it prepares you for the job's responsibilities.

Showcase Transferable Skills

The fact that you don't have direct experience in a particular job doesn't mean you don't have relevant skills. The key is identifying abilities from other areas of life that translate.

For instance, if you're trying to get a retail job, customer service skills from past restaurant work are highly applicable. For an office manager role, administrative skills from coordinating student group events would be valuable. Make a master list of all your strongest soft and hard skills. Then, customize it for each job by picking 3-5 that fit the role.

Highlight Volunteer Experience

Any volunteer work can help fill in experience gaps on your resume. Nonprofit, community, religious, or other voluntary activities demonstrate responsibility, teamwork, dedication and other qualities employers seek.

Just be sure to frame your accomplishments from a professional standpoint. For example, "raised over $5,000 in donations" is better than "participated in a charity fundraiser".

Complete Internships

Internships are like work experience training wheels. They give you professional skills and knowledge and let you start building a network.

There are abundant internship opportunities, paid and unpaid, that don't strictly require you to already have experience. Look for openings at small or mid-sized companies that may be more flexible.

Successful interns are often converted to full-time hires post-graduation. Even if that doesn't happen, it's still incredible resume fodder.

Showcase Related Side Hustles

Freelancing, consulting, business ventures, etc., demonstrate you have initiative, can generate income, and pick up new skills quickly. Even informal side work like tutoring, web design, or selling crafts has merit.

For example, if you're seeking a full-time marketing position, tout the social media management or influencer marketing services you offer. Anything where you actively had to market yourself and acquire clients is impressive.

Just make sure you can back up any claimed skills if probed in interviews.

Ace the Interview

At the interview stage, how you present yourself matters more than a thin resume. Confidence, professionalism, problem-solving skills, bona fide interest in the company and quick learning ability can all override experience gaps.

Come equipped with thoughtful questions, ideas and visions for how you'd tackle the role. When asked about experience gaps, pivot to your assets.

For instance, "While I don't yet have full-time social media management experience, I learned XYZ skills managing the Instagram account for my college basketball team, which helped increase engagement by 30%."

Sell how you can provide unique value. With preparation and passion, you can make employers believe in your potential.

The key is convincing hiring managers you have the right foundation and can excel on the job. With resilience and utilizing these tactics, you can transition successfully into a new career without directly relevant experience.

Just highlight your transferable abilities, be willing to start at entry level and work hard to prove yourself. The rest will fall into place.

6 Career Opportunities Options You Can Pursue Without Having Any Prior Experience

Entry-Level Customer Service Representative: Customer service roles like call center reps or customer support specialists rarely require previous experience. You'll learn on the job how to interact with customers, troubleshoot issues, and provide excellent service.

Administrative Assistant: Many administrative or secretarial positions are open to those just starting. Your duties may include answering phones, scheduling, filing, data entry and supporting office operations.

Sales Associate/Retail Worker: Retail companies are often willing to hire people without experience for roles like cashier, sales floor associate, stocker, etc. These jobs provide lots of customer interaction.

Teacher's Aide/Assistant: Schools, daycares, and learning centers need paraprofessionals to support teachers in the classroom. No prior experience is necessary beyond a high school diploma.

Delivery Driver: Pizza chains, UPS, Instacart and other delivery companies need drivers to transport packages, food orders or other items. A clean driving record is generally the only major requirement.

Entry-Level Hospitality & Tourism: Hotels, restaurants, parks, and other hospitality providers have many basic operational jobs like a housekeeper, dishwashers, ride attendants, tour guides, etc. These allow you to start in the industry.

The key is being willing to apply for junior roles, learn on the go, provide great customer service, and work your way up the ladder. You can build a career even without direct experience with motivation and persistence. You can also ask for assistance from platforms like GradSiren that offer you entry level jobs. They allow you to find fresher jobs as per your interests and skills.

Conclusion

It is possible to find employment without experience. Put a focus on your education, practical experience, volunteering, internships, and relevant side businesses. Gain confidence and problem-solving skills during interviews.

Take a look at entry-level jobs in administration, retail, education, delivery, or hospitality. You can begin your job adventure and rise through the ranks if you are determined and open to learning. Remember that everyone starts off somewhere, and your potential can emerge with persistence.

[soapdispensersalesman]

[average-emo-enigma]

My sense of individuality and refusal to do things I’m uncomfortable with is going to make getting a job 10 times harder

[munaeem]

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[hms-no-fun]

one of my favorite jobs i ever had was at a gas station attached to a food pyramid grocery store. i got transferred there from cashiering at the main store when they needed help, which was considered a downgrade. the boss there was known for being really strict and punishing, but she literally just had a laminated list of things you had to get done before the end of your shift and as long as those things got done and customers were respected she literally didn't care what you did on company time??? i watched so many other people go through that store and completely fuck up and get on the manager's bad side, meanwhile i (the person who had more than once needed to flee to the bathrooms during peak hours to cry from overstimulation) became her go-to employee for opening and closing shifts because i had a clear set of instructions and an understood boundary of respect between my boss and me. i spent so many hours at that gas station writing and reading and just fucking belting songs that i was playing from my shitty flip phone (it was a small gas station so there was only ever one attendant at a time except during changeovers).

the thing about "entry level" jobs is that they're only a fucking nightmare because management makes it that way. it is actually exceedingly possible to have a pretty good boss, as long as they're not trying to squeeze infinite productivity out of you. i only quit because i moved to another city when i transferred colleges, but that job was SUCH a nice gig compared to pretty much every other service job i ever worked.

googling ‘jobs for autistic people’ and realising that everyone still thinks autistic people are either sheldon cooper or really tall toddlers

[apehardware]

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And if that wasn't enough, two of my older games will be 100% off this week on @itchio:

[jobsnotices]

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[faraige]

Applying for a job nowadays means being one of those old timey merchants who seem like they can pull anything out of their lil old custom briefcase. Heavy machinery permit? *pulls it out* Ship captain's permit? *pulls it out* Five years of paid experience as a NASA engineer? *pulls it out*

This is a data entry level job.

[allresult]

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