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Entry Level Job Categories

Below are descriptions of the most popular entry level job categories and their associated skills:



Foreign Language - All Categories:

You will use your ability to read, write and speak in both English and any second language in any job category.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • The ability to read, write and speak proficiently in English and any second language


Accounting:

You will be trained to track and control the money and/or assets that move into, go out of and/or remain in a company or organization.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • The ability to understand and follow process and procedure
  • An analytical mind
  • Above-average math or numbers skills
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • A detail-oriented, well-organized nature
  • Good computer software skills

Example Job titles: Accounting Assistant, Accounts Payable Support, Accounts Receivable Support, Payroll Clerk, Debit and Credit Clerk, Cash Applications Clerk, etc.



Administrative / Office Support:

You will be trained to support and assist senior, professional and/or creative staff within a wide variety of industries and fields.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • The ability to take direction and work well with others
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Good computer software skills
  • Good internet research skills
  • The ability to prioritize duties and multitask effectively
  • A detail-oriented, well-organized nature

Example Job titles: Office Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Sales Assistant, Department Assistant, Receptionist, Clerical Assistant or Support, etc.



Banking:

You will be trained to assist customers with their finances and/or other assets.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • Above-average math or numbers skills
  • Great people skills
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Good computer software skills
  • A detail-oriented, well-organized nature

Example Job titles: Teller Trainee, Financial Assistant, Mortgage / Loan Processor, Customer Service Representative, New Accounts Representative, etc.



Customer Service:

You will be trained to assist customers and/or solve problems in person, by phone or via email within a wide variety of industries and fields.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • A friendly, upbeat attitude
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong listening skills
  • Great problem solving skills
  • The ability to work well under pressure
  • Good computer software skills

Example Job titles: Customer Service Representative, Customer Service Coordinator, Customer Service Specialist, etc.



Event Planning / Exhibits / Trade Show / Travel:

You will be trained to assist in the planning, organizing and execution of events that companies and/or organizations host and/or attend and, in many cases, track and manage related expenses.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • A creative, innovative mind
  • A “take charge” attitude
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • A detail-oriented, well-organized nature
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Good computer software skills

Example Job titles: Travel Coordinator, Event Planner, Trade Show Assistant, Exhibits Coordinator, etc.



Graphic Design:

You will be trained to the process of creating innovative designs for a company’s products, packaging, visual marketing and/or website materials.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • A creative, innovative mind
  • The ability to connect art to technology
  • Familiarity with web design and the associated software(s)
  • The ability to communicate with others effectively in order to transform ideas into a finished product
  • A detail-oriented, well-organized nature
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Good computer skills

Example Job titles: Web Designer, Marketing Specialist, Web Developer, Web Production Designer



Human Resources:

You will be trained to recruit, hire and train employees, administer benefits, salary, payroll, and handle matters of policy, procedure and employee safety plus handle inquiries, disciplinary matters, mediate conflicts, etc.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • Great people skills
  • A mature and confidential manner
  • A desire to develop and/or uphold policy and procedure
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • The ability to prioritize duties and multitask effectively
  • A detail-oriented, well-organized nature

Example Job titles: Human Resources Assistant, Benefits Coordinator, Recruiting Assistant, Payroll Coordinator, etc.



Information Technology:

You will be trained to perform various duties relating to a company's successful use of technology and/or technology products, such as internet connectivity, network capability, hardware needs and/or software development and/or needs, individually or as part of a team.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • Knowledge of basic coding and/or software development
  • An analytical mind
  • Above-average math skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Above-average computer software and/or hardware skills

Example Job titles: IT Support, Network Specialist, Help Desk, Software Developer, Applications Developer, Web Developer/Designer



Management:

You will complete management training and/or work directly under an experienced manager in order to develop people and/or project management skills.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • Strong leadership skills
  • The ability to see the “big picture” when working with people and/or projects
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • The ability to make decisions effectively
  • The ability to prioritize duties and multitask effectively
  • The ability to work well under pressure

Example Job titles: Management Trainee, Assistant Manager, Project Manager, Project Coordinator, etc.



Marketing / Advertising / Public Relations / Social Media:

You will be trained to utilize various methods and/or platforms to promote a product, brand and/or service.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • A creative, innovative mind
  • The ability to communicate with others effectively in order to transform ideas into a finished product
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Good computer software skills
  • Good internet research skills
  • The ability to work collaboratively and/or as a team

Example Job titles: Social Media Specialist, Marketing Assistant, Advertising Assistant, Branding Specialist, etc.



Purchasing:

You will be trained to the process of buying certain products and/or raw materials to be used by a company in their manufacturing and/or distribution processes.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • Great negotiation skills
  • The ability to budget and plan effectively
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • An analytical mind
  • Great math or numbers skills
  • A detail-oriented, well-organized nature

Example Job titles: Buying Assistant, Purchasing Assistant, Junior Buyer, Procurement Assistant, etc.



Real Estate / Property Management:

You will be trained to sell, lease and/or manage industrial, commercial and/or residential properties to a variety of clients.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • Enjoys face-to-face interaction
  • A self-starting, goal-oriented attitude
  • Great geography and/or navigation skills
  • Good internet research skills
  • Great math or numbers skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Good computer software skills

Example Job titles: Commercial Leasing Assistant, Real Estate Sales Assistant, Property Manager, etc.



Sales / Business Development (Inside):

You will be trained to identify, qualify and develop sales opportunities with new customers and/or build and develop relationships with existing customers via phone and/or email in order to promote a product or service.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • A customer-focused approach
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • A self-starting, goal-oriented attitude
  • The ability to work well under pressure
  • Great problem solving skills
  • Good computer software skills

Example Job Titles: Inside Sales Representative, Sales Coordinator, Lead Developer, Business Development Specialist, Inside Sales Trainee, Junior Account Executive, etc.



Sales / Business Development (Outside):

You will be trained to travel locally, regionally, nationally and/or internationally to identify and qualify sales opportunities with new customers and/or build and develop relationships with existing customers in order to promote a product or service.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • A customer-focused approach
  • Willingness to travel to meet clients in person
  • A self-starting, goal-oriented attitude
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • The ability to work well under pressure
  • Great problem solving skills
  • Good computer software skills

Example Job Titles: Outside Sales Representative, Outside Sales Trainee, Junior Account Executive, etc.



Supply Chain / Logistics:

You will be trained to assist administratively (not from the actual production and/or warehouse floor) in the successful production, packaging, shipping and/or delivery of a product.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • The ability to understand and follow process and procedure
  • Great follow-through skills
  • The ability to work well as a team
  • Strong attention to detail and/or paperwork
  • Great problem solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Good computer software skills

Example Job titles: Import / Export Coordinator, Logistics Coordinator, Production Scheduler, Distribution Coordinator, Warehouse and Shipping Coordinator, etc.



Quality Control:

You will be trained to review, inspect and/or test certain products or systems to make sure they follow standard procedures and protocols for safety, reliability, etc.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • The ability to understand and follow process and procedure
  • Superior attention to detail
  • Superior accuracy in your work
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Good computer software skills
  • Strong math or numbers skills

Example Job titles: Document Control Specialist, Quality Control Inspector, Quality Assurance Assistant, Receiving Inspector, etc.



Web Content Development:

You will be trained to create marketing and/or informational content for a company’s website.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • Basic web programming skills
  • Above average writing and proofreading skills
  • The ability to distill complex information for a variety of audiences
  • A creative, innovative mind
  • Good internet research skills
  • Good computer software skills

Example Job titles: Web Content Developer, Web Content Manager, E-Commerce Specialist, Website Maintenance, etc.



Writing / Editing:

You will be trained to write, edit and proofread any written content for a company, including instructional manuals and/or marketing material.

SKILLS NEEDED:

  • Above average writing, editing and/or proofreading skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Good computer software skills
  • Love of the written word

Example Job titles: Technical Writer, Editorial Assistant, Industry Journalist, Publishing Assistant, Documentation Specialist, etc.



Other:

If none of the categories above seem to fit your interests and/or skills, you will have the opportunity to tell our staff what other type of job interests you have when you fill out our Recent Grad Application.

Complete the Recent Graduate Application Form

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