Concerned
So, I recently graduated from college in May with my Bachelor's of Science in Experimental Psychology. I am having such a hard time finding a job. I've applied to so many jobs and can't even get a call back. I have 2.5 years of desk experience and I know it's not much, but it's experience ya know? I worked at my college so I don't have any "real job" experience and don't know much about job hunting. Any advice? I'm wanting to work in a medical office, preferably as a receptionist or office assistant. :)
Congratulations on completing your degree! Part-time work during college definitely counts. Look into different resume formats. Some are better for new graduates... such as a skills-based format. If you want to stay in experimental psychology you will almost certainly need to get an advanced degree. But if you want to stay in that area, there are some jobs you can try for... research assistant at a university, usability testing or design for technology, office support in a psychology office, using your statistics experience in "big data" or actuarial work. If there is a professor you got along with well, ask that prof for advice. Good luck!
Good luck Ashlee. It seems that we are all in the same boat. You are in my prayers and I really hope that you find that job really soon.
Look for a job in a different state. I did that two years ago. I was in Ohio and I moved to Iowa . I now working in my trade. That's the truth look somewhere that you met joy but think this in your mind that your doing this for yourself and grow. I know people don't want left behind someone or something
Email me your resume, I have a friend that's in charge of hiring at his firm. I can forward it to him so he can get in touch with you
Ashlee, what I am going to say to you may be viewed on the negative, but I assure you that is not the case. I gave up a scholarship on my last year while completing my degree in Architecture. This was due to the market and what its needs were and continue to be at this point in time. So, I switch majors and instead completed my BSCE - I became a structural engineer. Is it fair that I had to do this to get a good job? Well, parhaps at the time I would have answered - yes it is not fair. However, today I say - it is fair. Here is why, and I'll get to your situation soon, it is fair because technology has advanced so much that in order to be an architect one must have a good solid science background - something i was not getting form my coursework. As an engineer I've always had a job and a good paying job at that. What i recommend to you is to complement your degree with a science curriculum. For instance, Computer science is a good complement to your degree...there must be other areas that can complement your chosen career...the key is to do a market analysis and complement your education with a subject that is more marketable. In the end, once you have the experience and you begin to network...things will start to open up for you and you will never need to worry about getting a job - they will come to you!!!
Go over to McLean Bible Church, VA on Leesburg pike. There's a host of career networking volunteers champing at the bit to attack your market challenges. It could be resume reviewing you need, or marketing strategies, a dynamic LinkedIn profile. At this point, as your sharpest shooter, I would recommend as my wing woman that you would come attend the Tuesday evenings (7:30-9:30)p.m. career meetings routinely.
I'll see you when I see you Ashlee.
Best,
King Allan
Ms. Tines, a very good place to start is at the VA Medical Center. They are always looking for program specialist . I am not 100% sure but the job title for the admin person sitting on each floor is program assistant . Go to USJOB.com to see which locations are hiring and their positions. The VA has a lot of good benefits and job security as well as great people that work there. If you get hired on, you can apply for tuition assistance to work on your Masters. The VA Medical Center also have a Intern program for students and recent graduates. Plug into those opportunities being offered. God bless you, and don't give up.
Kathy baumgartner Ashlee, just go to any hospital and applied for Nurse Assistant then you can work you way up that what I did at Buffalo Mercy Hospital, Buffalo NY.
learn how to speak Spanish and your hired
Volunteer. Do some leg work and find two or three places where you would like to work. Walk-in with resume in hand and ask to speak with someone about volunteering. If they ask why, explain your situation. This exact scenario happened to a friend of mine who was beyond desperate for a job. He went for it and found his way into a position that was unpaid. Once they saw he was reliable and a hard worker, they made him an offer. Today, many years later, he runs the clinic he first started at.