Why do some entry-level positions ask for 2 to 5 years experience?
What’s the deal?
So, the first thing. What’s the deal? Why is this being put on job listings? Well, a lot of job listings are like wish lists. They’re everything the employer wants but not expecting. Two years may also be designed to cull out a whole heap of applicants because they get so many.
Here’s the deal!
But here’s the deal! If you have 80% of the listed requirements in a job advertisement, don’t overthink it; apply. The next thing is to stack the deck in your favour when you do apply.
Make sure your cover letter and your resume target the requirements in the role.
If you have anything relevant, put it in your resume.
If you have transferable skills that you can bring from another job, put them on your resume.
If you have done something similar in any role, put it on your resume.
Or UNI students, graduates – you may have a UNI project or an internship or something like that. Put it on your resume.
Bottom Line!
So the bottom line is – whether or not you qualify for the role is more about the full package that you present. An employer is far more interested in someone who has a passion for the role and can demonstrate some of the skills needed than someone who’s got five years of experience.
So, don’t let the fact that you have or have not got 100% of the skills required in a job listing STOP you from applying.
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Why do some entry-level positions ask for 2 to 5 years experience?
What’s the deal?
So, the first thing. What’s the deal? Why is this being put on job listings? Well, a lot of job listings are like wish lists. They’re everything the employer wants but not expecting. Two years may also be designed to cull out a whole heap of applicants because they get so many.
Here’s the deal!
But here’s the deal! If you have 80% of the listed requirements in a job advertisement, don’t overthink it; apply. The next thing is to stack the deck in your favour when you do apply.
Bottom Line!
So the bottom line is – whether or not you qualify for the role is more about the full package that you present. An employer is far more interested in someone who has a passion for the role and can demonstrate some of the skills needed than someone who’s got five years of experience.
So, don’t let the fact that you have or have not got 100% of the skills required in a job listing STOP you from applying.
If you would like to know more about the author Kathryn Burke, click here.
Do you need help putting together a professional cover letter for your resume?
Contact our Career Consultants at Résumés for Results TODAY to discuss how we can assist you. You can call us on 1800 155 895 or send us an email to find out more.
We also provide and specialise in cover letter writing, interview coaching and job search advice.
We offer services across Australia, including all capital cities and regional areas. Resume Writers bring years of experience to the table, with a full range of career services available. Résumés for Results are here to assist you to succeed.
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