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May 2009
 

LaughingPart-time jobs you can get with no experience

All you want to do is find a good part-time job that pays the bills. But it seems like every employer you talk to is looking for two years of experience in the field. Sound familiar?

We have a few ideas to help you find a part-time job, no experience necessary. First, look for part-time job descriptions that emphasize personality traits, not experience. As you browse the job descriptions on SnagAJob.com, you’ll notice that many employers care more about who you are than where you’ve worked before. Look for a job description that matches your personality, and when you apply, emphasize the traits that make you perfect for the job. Here are some part-time jobs that fit the bill.
  • AMC Entertainment jobs require that movie theater staff be friendly, outgoing and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • WIS International jobs in merchandising and inventory are great for people who are flexible, self-motivated and have a strong work ethic.
  • Home Instead Senior Care jobs are a good fit for people who are compassionate, reliable and have a knack for working one-on-one with clients.
Read on for more no-experience-required part-time jobs.

Cartwheel
The upside of being unemployed

If you’re one of the nearly 14 million Americans who are unemployed, it can be very hard to find a silver lining amongst all the bad news. It may surprise you, but many job seekers have told us that being laid off changed their lives for the better! Here are a few ways for you to cope.
  • Set goals for yourself — Even if it’s just vacuuming the carpet, setting a goal every day and meeting that goal can help keep you busy as well as remind you just how valuable you are. Try to do something to help your job search, try to do something for your family, and of course, take time to do a little something for yourself!
  • Take a chance — Maybe you’ve always wanted to work outdoors but never had the opportunity to do so. Perhaps you’ve dreamed of going to nursing school but never had enough time. Now is the perfect time to take a chance on a new career.
  • Volunteer — As bad as things may seem, there is always someone who has it worse than you. Volunteering not only helps someone in need, but it feels really good — and it looks great on your profile or resume. Who knows? You May even get your next job through the networking you do in your volunteer position.
  • Stay focused on what really matters — Keep reminding yourself that money isn’t everything. Take stock of the things that really matter, like your friends and your family, and don’t be afraid to lean on them when things get tough. Once you see how many good things there are in your life you just might realize how lucky you really are!

Continuing Education

Unexpected careers in human services
Human Services
Online degrees in human services are becoming more and more popular — but what kind of career can you get with this degree? Many people think that human services and social services are the same thing, but the field is much wider than that. With a human services degree, you could become a community outreach worker, nursing aide, counselor and more. Learn more about careers in human services.

Online Degrees - Search Associate & Bachelor Programs

New GI Bill benefits! If you served in the military at any time after Sept. 11, 2001, you may be eligible to have the new GI Bill pay up to 100% of your college costs. Not bad, huh? See if you qualify and learn more about the new GI Bill.