It’s the old catch-22. You need experience to get a job, but how can you gain experience if you can’t get a job? Fortunately, it is possible. Whether you are looking for your first job ever or trying to switch industries, here are a few ways to get a job with no experience in the field.
How Can You Get a Job With No Experience?
Focus on Academics
If you’re newly out of high school, college, or trade school, it’s okay to focus your resume on the things you accomplished at school. Think about projects you did, presentations you gave, or papers you wrote. What relevant skills did you gain? Maybe you picked up some hard skills like writing or data entry, along with some soft skills such as leadership or public speaking.
Get Certified
There are certification programs available for literally thousands of different career specializations. Look at job descriptions that interest you, and then focus on earning a certification that can get you in the door. Whether you want to be a forklift operator or an IT specialist, a certification can help.
List Volunteer Roles
Don’t overlook volunteer experience. It’s a great way to fill in your resume, even if it doesn’t translate exactly into the role you want. Did you direct the school play or run a Get Out the Vote campaign? That’s leadership experience, along with technical skills in budgeting, project management, and more.
Develop Your Network
It’s not what you know, it’s who you know. This is especially true when you are trying to get a job with no experience. Let everyone in your circle know what kind of work you are looking for. Or consider working with a staffing agency. We have the skills and experience to place you with just the right company that will help you build your new career. We can even assist with your resume and help you practice your interview skills. Best of all, our services are entirely free for job seekers!
Ready for a New Position?
If you’re ready to jumpstart your career, Pirate Staffing can help. Take a look at our open opportunities or simply submit your resume today!