I've only had one job in my entire life! im 20 years old and worked in one retail store for 2 years. I decided to leave because the hours that they would need me would conflict with my class schedule for this summer and fall. Plus I thought that with me leaving I could do something that would relate to my major, which is Business Administration. So I have applied to a bunch of student assistant positions for the state. My bf introduced me to this website where he got his state job and I've just been applying almost everyday when there is a new job posting. And none of them has given me a call, not even for an interview at least! Im so frustrated...should I lie on my resume, make something up? Like that I have worked in an office environment before or something? I have done some filing, entering data, printed out incoming mail for my manager, and some paper work because I was a shift leader for like 6 months. I can answer phone calls and communicate well. So I dont know what else I could put on my resume.

Honestly I have applied for 20 positions! seriously...Im sure they go through each student who has applied first or like probably the first 15 students who apply they interview, but damn it somebody give me a call for an interview at least. My bf got his job a week after he applied! argh...Now I've started to apply at retail jobs...I've applied for a few clothing stores and a book store. None has called me...I will have to call them back to see whats going on...ugh Im so depressed. I barely have any money in my bank now from all the gas and the economy now isnt that great. I just hate the whole hiring process...i wish someone could just hire me on the spot! I might just have to work at a fast food restaurant or just anywhere to make some money. bleh im so sorry I just had to rant! I should be taking the time right now to look for a job in every street corner of the city here! lol

Is anyone having trouble finding a job right now?

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Me! I've applied EVERYWHERE! I've applied at all the pharmacies in my town (My major is pharmacy tech) and no one will hire me. I decided to try to find a retail job that way I can still get good hours while going to school 4 days a week. So I applied at all the stores in my town, including Rite-Aid & Walmart. I'd really like to get hired at Walmart because I'd most def. be able to get enough hours in, but I swear, they will hire everyone else in my town BUT ME! It's so frustrating.

Definitely don't lie on your resume!

There's lots of programs available for creating a resume. Sometimes a format change or a bit of tweaking can really help. Have a couple friends look at your resume and offer advise.

Good luck on the job search

Wow I'm in the same exact situation, it's so similar that I could have written this post. We're the same age and I also worked in retail for 2 years. I'm starting to feel that no one calls me because retail looks bad on a resume but then again, just like you I have some other skills. Grr, I don't know thinking about this always bums me out

Good lord, don't lie on your resume - it will catch up with you!!

That out of the way...I'm having problems myself, so you're definitely not alone. When I went to law school, the economy was booming and I'd just left a job where I was making decent money using my degree (although I'd probably would've lost my job within a year due to downsizing). Now, I've graduated, but it seems the only places hiring want 3-5 years experience. How the hell am I supposed to get experience if I can't get hired?! I've got a mortgage's worth of student loans and an addiction to all things pretty - not a good place to be in, lol!

Just keep doing what you're doing - applying for any and everything. Something will come your way, soon!

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I know how you feel. I'm almost getting ot the point where i'm afraid to apply to anywhere now because i've had no replies from anywhere

I've had my CV checked numerous times by different people and they all think it's fine.

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Have you submitted a cover letter with your resume? A cover letter or "letter of interest" is a great way for a potential employer to get to know you better and see how well you communicate.

Also, doing some volunteering work in your field of study is a great place to start. You could do marketing for a nonprofit a few hours a week to get your feet wet.

I know this is a frustrating place to be, especially when you're ready and willing to work! I hope things work out for you!

Never lie on a resume! try volunteering or something...

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I work for the state so hopefully I can help you a little bit.

1. Don't lie on your application. Even if you do get hired and they find out after you start working, they will either fire you or force you to resign. This has happened to 2 different people I worked with.

2. To qualify for state (CA) positions you have to be on a list. In order to get on a list you have to take an exam. I'm not sure if that applies to the student position though.

You can apply to take the Office Assistant exam, which is the entry level position, they give it a few times a month in Sacramento. If you don't live near Sac, it is very rare that they give them throughout the state, so if you are looking for a job ASAP that would be your best bet. Also, when you apply for the exam you have to be quick about it. The day that they release the test dates, they have sometimes filled up within 1 hour. Lots of people are trying to work for the state and will drive hours to take the tests.

That's about all I can think of. Oh, if you take the test and fail you have to wait one year before you can take it again so be sure you're prepared.

Once you get on the list, the different departments will send you inquiries to interview, and you can also apply from the open positions.

Hope that helps

aw I can totally relate except I have never had any job. I think I applied to every retail job in my city, haha. I've been applying since May and still have yet to find a job!

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I hear you. I graduated in June of 2007 and worked for six weeks during the holidays, but aside from that I've done nothing! I apply my ass off and I've gotten five interviews in a year! Don't stress too much, the economy sucks. Only downside is that when you do get offered a job (in retail atleast) the pay sucks, but my logic is no job is worse than a crappy paying one.

why don't you apply for temp agencies where they will help you look for a job. thats what i will be doing in the next week. since i don't have experience in the job i'm looking for, having a temp agency help me find temp jobs will give me experiences in the job that i am looking for.

Have you tried calling these places you've applied to and asked if they've looked over your resume? I'm no good at getting jobs, but hey, if you call them, they'll know you're serious and interested, right?

Don't lie, but try thinking out of the box. What skills have you learned from your previous job that you could market in another way. Did you do some accounting/bookkeeping, management responsibilities, etc.

Don't give up, the job market is tight at the moment, it may take some time to land one.

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