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Entry-Level Jobs

What is an entry-level job? It is a job that usually requires minimal skills and knowhow, and offers a small salary. Prerequisites for these jobs may include physical strength or on-the-job training. Several entry-level jobs are part-time and do not provide employee benefits. These positions are generally filled by recent high school or college graduates. A higher salary may be offered for entry-level jobs designed for college graduates; these jobs probably require specific knowledge and abilities. College graduates are offered full-time permanent positions with most entry-level jobs.

Here is some information from Ms. Alison Doyle on how to find your first entry-level job. Teen-agers, on up, who are looking for their first job should first prepare for the job search. Start by collecting information, which include details and the dates of your educational background, skills, and any type of work experience you have had. Just because you may not have had a "real" job that pays you a check, work such as volunteering, babysitting, delivering newspapers, and similar experience do count when writing a resume or completing entry-level job applications.

Check the Rules
If you are of a certain age, you may be limited to the types of entry-level jobs you can and cannot do. For example, a 14 or 15 year old is only allowed to work three hours a day and a maximum of 18 hours a week.

Consider First Job Options
Find something fun for your first entry-level job! Think about what is of interest to you and where you want to do it. What about the beach or the mall? Maybe you want to work at a retail store that offers the perk of an employee discount. Do what is best for you.

Make a List
Make a list of the schools you attended, the dates you attended them, and any extracurricular activities you were involved in such as sports. Also, create a list of work you have done, organizations you are a part of, and volunteer organizations you have assisted. This information is important to fill out entry-level job applications and to write a resume.

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Job Applications
The following is a guide to job applications, which explains how to complete a job application, reviews paper employment applications, online and employer applications, and provides a job application sample to download, so you will know what is needed when applying for an entry-level job.

Writing Your First Resume
Here you will find some resume writing tips and ideas on how to write your first resume. These suggestions on what to include in your resume and how to write it are also necessary for anyone who wants to enhance their current resume.

How to Apply for a Job
When applying for your first entry-level job in person, here are tips on what to wear, what to bring, and the details you need to be aware of before applying for the job.

Getting Your First Part-Time Job
It may seem tough finding your first part-time job. The primary steps in the journey to get your first entry-level job begin before leaving home. Here is a way to prepare for your first job search, and tips and strategies for job searchers looking for part-time work.

Start a Job Search
Begin your job search be checking the websites that focus on hourly and entry-level jobs. Here are some job sites directed toward first-time job searchers along with search tips for them and information on other places to find jobs. Students can find assistance with their job search by visiting the school's Guidance Office or Career Services Office.

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