How to Get a Job after College with No Experience

How to Get a Job after College with No Experience

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Set your goals

Have a clear idea of the type of job you want, including the work environment, culture, salary, location, and specific tasks.  Set a goal for when you’d like to begin working as well. Having clear goals helps you get and stay focused in your job search.

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Update your information

Keep your resume, professional portfolio, and social media profiles updated. As you complete each project or apprenticeship, add the results to your resume.

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Schedule a dedicated time

Set a regular time for your job search, and steer clear of distractions during that time. This will help ensure that you give the job search the time and energy it requires for you to be successful.

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Dive into your network

Tell everyone you know that you’re available and looking for a job. Begin with your family and friends, and remember people you met in school, church, volunteer activities, and online communities.

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Create a list of references

Don’t wait until a potential employer asks for your references. Go ahead and approach people who may be willing to be a reference. You may wonder who’d give you a reference when you don’t have work experience.  Think back to your volunteering experiences. Former professors may be references as well. And, of course, if you’ve completed

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Create a list of references

an Acadium apprenticeship, your mentor will give you a reference that will act as a solid social proof for you.

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Connect with a recruiter

Don’t be shy about reaching out to recruiters. It’s their job to find the right candidates for jobs, and they’re only too willing to connect with job seekers.

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Stay organized

I’ve heard of job hunters tracking their efforts with a spreadsheet. If that’s your style, go for it!

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Be mentally prepared

Stay positive and motivated. Rejections are part of the process. Don’t let them discourage you.

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