
{"id":20870,"date":"2022-12-07T09:37:05","date_gmt":"2022-12-07T08:37:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/?p=20870"},"modified":"2023-02-13T14:57:52","modified_gmt":"2023-02-13T13:57:52","slug":"entry-level-tech-jobs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/career-change\/entry-level-tech-jobs\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to Entry-Level Tech Jobs (You Can Get with No Experience)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many career changers, the fear of starting from scratch in a junior position is high on the list of concerns. It doesn\u2019t help that the term \u201centry-level\u201d is often associated with other, more negative terms like \u201clow-skilled,\u201d or \u201clow-paid\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other end of the spectrum, you might have read that it\u2019s impossible to get your foot in the door of the tech industry\u2014and that even entry-level tech jobs require years of previous experience or a relevant college degree.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In reality, <\/span><b>this is just not true.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An entry-level tech job is simply the access point into the industry\u2014and a gateway into a long and fulfilling career path.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From day one, you\u2019ll get to enjoy all the benefits of working in tech: Flexible working, rewarding salaries, limitless career growth, and the chance to work on the world\u2019s most exciting and innovative digital products (to name a few).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this blog post, we\u2019ll walk you through the top entry-level tech jobs you can get without any previous experience\u2014and the soft skills employers expect in entry-level candidates.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ll round off with some practical advice about how to land your first entry-level tech job and the tools and strategies you can use to stand out in today\u2019s red-hot job market.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"#jobs\">What entry-level tech jobs can I get with no experience?<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><strong><a href=\"#ux-designer\">UX designer<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><strong><a href=\"#cybersecurity-specialist\">Cybersecurity specialist<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><strong><a href=\"#web-developer\">Web developer<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><strong><a href=\"#data-analyst\">Data analyst<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><strong><a href=\"#ui-designer\">UI designer<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><strong><a href=\"#digital-marketer\">Digital marketer<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#skills\">What skills do I need for entry-level tech jobs?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"#first-job\">How do I land my first entry-level tech job?\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"#roundup\">Roundup<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"jobs\">What are the top entry-level tech jobs (no experience needed)?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s dive right into the top entry-level tech jobs. All salary averages are taken from Glassdoor.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"ux-designer\">UX designer<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Entry-level salary: US$55,924 per year<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UX designer is a well-established tech role\u2014and a go-to choice for career changers. Why? Because it overlaps so many other fields; including psychology, UI design, research, and business strategy. Unlike many other digital professionals, having a diverse background (and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/career-change\/what-are-transferable-skills\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">transferable skills<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) in UX design is seen as an asset rather than a drawback.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At its core, UX design is the process of designing the functionality, usability, and overall experience of a digital product. User experience (UX) designers will conduct user research and create user personas to understand what their needs are. They\u2019ll also create user flows and wireframes, working with the UI designer to make sure users can navigate through each page as seamlessly and intuitively as possible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UX design job market has seen steady growth over the last 10 years and shows no signs of slowing down. Glassdoor even added \u201cUX designer\u201d to their list of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.glassdoor.com\/List\/Best-Jobs-in-America-LST_KQ0,20.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best 50 jobs to have in 2022<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The best part is that UX design is an incredibly easy field to pivot into\u2014especially in light of the numerous credible UX design schools and bootcamps available to beginners.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To learn more, check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/ux-design\/ux-job-no-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guide to getting a job in UX with no industry experience.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Or read these tips from a seasoned UX designer on the <a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/ux-design\/creative-tech-careers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">top creative tech careers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>And to get an idea of what a UX job interview is like, check out the video below, where UX designer Dee Scarano shares the four most common UX interview questions:<\/p>\n<style>.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style>\n<div class=\"embed-container\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vu3xcQm7cEo\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 20px; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<h3 id=\"cybersecurity-specialist\">Cybersecurity specialist<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Entry-level salary: US$64,793 per year<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cybersecurity refers to the process of protecting company data and software from cyber threats \u2014 including cyber attacks, and data leaks. A cybersecurity specialist&#8217;s responsibilities might include analyzing security threats and vulnerabilities, auditing a company\u2019s security systems, and researching IT security trends. However, it\u2019s important to note that cybersecurity is a broad field that encompasses several more specialized entry-level positions, like\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Penetration testers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, who\u2019ll (ethically) hack their company\u2019s security systems to identify potential areas of weakness.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Security auditors,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who\u2019ll run ongoing audits to ensure a company\u2019s security systems remain compliant.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Information security analysts,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who\u2019ll develop cybersecurity strategies, and monitor networks for ongoing protection against cybercrime.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As more organizations move their operations online and into the cloud, there\u2019s a skyrocketing demand for cybersecurity professionals who can protect their digital assets. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the cybersecurity field is expected to grow by 22% over the next decade\u2014with a projected 1.4 million jobs in cybersecurity by 2024. For newcomers to the field, the global cybersecurity talent shortage means you\u2019re almost guaranteed to land a job (no previous experience needed).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"web-developer\">Web developer<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Entry-level salary: US$72,006 per year<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Web developers build digital experiences using programming languages and frameworks. They\u2019ll work closely with UX and UI designers to turn their prototypes into real, responsive digital experiences that users can interact with. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As well as building interfaces, web developers are also responsible for maintaining systems over time; including <a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/web-development\/what-is-debugging\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">debugging code<\/a>, using libraries and frameworks, and contributing to web development best practices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are three kinds of web developer:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Frontend developers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> build and add interactivity to the graphical elements of a user interface, like the menus, forms, and layout.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Backend developers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> work on the application\u2019s server, which the users don\u2019t see. They\u2019ll make sure any information the user inputs gets processed.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Full-stack developers <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">work on both the frontend and backend of a digital product.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because of the beginner-friendly nature of frontend programming languages, like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, frontend web development is usually seen as more entry-level than backend development. But it\u2019s also possible to land a more general web development role, <a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/web-development\/junior-web-developer-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">like junior web developer<\/a>\u2014and build your way up to a lucrative full-stack developer role.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/web-development\/how-much-will-i-earn-as-a-web-developer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guide to web developer salaries<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to get a sense of what you could earn from day one.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"data-analyst\">Data analyst<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Entry-level salary: US$51,685 per year<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data analytics is the process of analyzing raw data to make predictions, identify trends, and find patterns. Data analysts don&#8217;t just crunch numbers\u2014they leverage their acute business acumen to help decision-makers make smart choices about how the company should move forward. They\u2019ll filter, clean, and interpret the data to extract maximum value from the insights. Then, they\u2019ll create custom reports, which they\u2019ll use to find less obvious solutions to business problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data analytics is one of the hottest (and most accessible) career paths in tech\u2014although it\u2019s important to note that it\u2019s not exclusively a tech role. As so many industries handle overwhelming amounts of data, beginner data analysts can choose from a variety of different industries and sectors to go into, from healthcare to finance, e-commerce to agriculture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/math\/operations-research-analysts.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">US Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> forecasted that the field of data analytics will grow by 23% between now and 2031\u2014so there\u2019s truly never been a better time to get your foot on the data career ladder. To learn how we\u2019ve written a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/data-analytics\/data-analyst-job-with-no-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guide to getting a data analyst job with no experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"ui-designer\">UI designer<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Entry-level salary: US$83,171 per year<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you spend hours scrolling through beautiful images on <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinterest<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/instagram.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a career in UI design just might be the right entry-level tech role for you. User interface (UI) designers are responsible for the look and feel of a website or app. They\u2019ll design the:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Graphical elements (i.e., icons, buttons, and forms),\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Information architecture (i.e., the layout and order of information on the page); and\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visual design (i.e., color and typography) of a user interface.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They\u2019ll also work closely with the UX designers to ensure the digital product is intuitive and functional\u2014as well as visually appealing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In today\u2019s increasingly digitized world, good design is becoming less of a nice-to-have and more of a business imperative. Businesses understand that users expect well-designed, modern digital experiences\u2014which has led to increased investment in UI design teams across the tech industry (and beyond). If you pride yourself on your keen eye for detail and creative flair, you\u2019ve already got the baseline soft skills needed to succeed in UI design. To <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/ui-design\/ui-designer-with-no-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">become a UI designer with no experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, all you need is the technical skills (like prototyping and color theory), which can be taught in a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/courses\/become-a-ui-designer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UI design bootcamp program.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"digital-marketer\">Digital marketer<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Entry-level salary: US$52,476 per year<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital marketing involves marketing to a specific audience through digital channels, like search engines, social media, or email.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital marketing is a broad field that includes a number of different specialisms, from content marketing to search engine optimization (SEO). Generally speaking, digital marketers will create and oversee marketing campaigns in order to acquire new customers, drive conversions, and develop the company\u2019s relationship with its audience. This involves two main types of activity:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Paid<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (i.e., Google ads or paid influencer campaigns); and<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Organic <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(i.e., Blogs or emails).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the way we interact with brands online is constantly evolving, digital marketing is an exciting and innovative field\u2014which involves staying abreast of emerging trends and audience insights. The discipline also involves a nice balance of analytics and creativity; looking at the full picture to deliver the right message to the right audience at the right time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital marketing also promises limitless career growth and earning potential, with the option to go down specialized routes and work in pretty much any industry in the world. Learn more through our blog post: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/digital-marketing\/digital-marketing-specialist\/#role\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What does a digital marketing specialist do?<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24146 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/entry-level-tech-job-salary.jpg\" alt=\"A graph showing the salaries for entry level tech jobs\" width=\"2400\" height=\"2000\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/entry-level-tech-job-salary.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/entry-level-tech-job-salary-300x250.jpg 300w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/entry-level-tech-job-salary-1024x853.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/entry-level-tech-job-salary-768x640.jpg 768w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/entry-level-tech-job-salary-1536x1280.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/entry-level-tech-job-salary-2048x1707.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"skills\">What skills do I need for entry-level tech jobs?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ok, but it&#8217;s still no less scary to shift to a brand-new career. Especially since, when researching how to break into tech, the emphasis is usually placed on technical skills. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>But it\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/career-change\/what-are-soft-skills\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the soft skills<\/a> that make junior tech workers attractive to hire.<\/strong> And these are what entry-level joiners should emphasize.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s look at five in-demand soft skills every entry-level tech professional should have:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Problem-solving<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So much of the tech industry is about solving problems. What do the users need? What are their pain points? How do we stay competitive?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter what entry-level tech job you\u2019re going into, you\u2019ll need to approach the work with an analytical mind: Looking beyond the obvious to identify practical, efficient solutions. You\u2019ll also need to be able to tackle problems collaboratively with your team, whether that\u2019s through workshops or whiteboarding sessions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Communication\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a lot of moving parts involved in the process of creating\u2014and maintaining\u2014a digital product. To make sure everything runs smoothly, tech workers are expected to have exceptional communication skills. This includes presenting your work, delivering (and receiving) feedback, active listening, and being able to communicate the value of the work that you do to stakeholders.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tech involves a lot of autonomous work\u2014but overall, tech workers are pretty much in constant communication with one another. Even when working remotely.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Adaptability<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tech is an ever-changing field that will keep you on your feet. Tech professionals are expected to quickly respond to changes at both company and industry levels\u2014which often means adapting their strategy or quickly changing priorities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Particularly in startups, where change is rife, you need to be able to quickly adjust to new situations, tools or software, people, and ways of doing things. Being able to maintain a positive and proactive attitude during periods of turbulence will definitely stand you in good stead as an entry-level tech worker.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Empathy<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empathy is a crucial pillar of the tech industry. In order to build and design digital products that your users will love, you have to be able to put yourself in their shoes. Quite often, entry-level tech professionals are easier at being empathetic and advocating for the user than senior professionals, which makes them an asset to any tech team.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empathy is most commonly associated with UX and UI design, but being empathetic is a core skill for pretty much any entry-level tech job that involves some proximity to the end user. Empathy can also help you integrate into a tech team, and collaborate effectively with colleagues who are balancing different priorities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Proactiveness<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an entry-level tech worker, your employer won\u2019t expect you to have all the technical skills of your new job. But they will expect you to be proactive about learning the skills and taking on more responsibility.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This includes taking initiative about solving a problem, coming up with ways to work more efficiently, and making difficult decisions. Easier said than done as a tech newbie\u2014but a proactive attitude will likely see picked first for promotional activities, which means moving from entry-level to mid-level positions on a faster timeline.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information, read about <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/career-change\/what-are-soft-skills\/#soft-skills-in-tech\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the best soft skills for tech<\/a>, or why not hear directly from real people working in tech. We asked some recent career-changers what they consider the most important transferable skills for working in tech are, and asked them how they leveraged their soft skills when making a career change into tech. Check out what they had to say in this video:<\/span><\/p>\n<style>.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style>\n<div class=\"embed-container\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/g3jX_QsGiiI\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"first-job\">How do I land my first entry-level tech job?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now we have a sense of which entry-level tech jobs are worth your consideration, and which skills you would be expected to have, you still might be wondering \u201cBut how do I land my first job with no previous experience? What do I even put on my resum\u00e9?\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s take a look at the practical (and realistic) steps you can take towards getting that very first \u201cyou\u2019re hired\u201d phone call.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Do a career-focused course\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many courses and bootcamp programs have been specifically designed to turn complete beginners into job-ready professionals. If you\u2019re looking to forge a career in tech, but you\u2019re not sure how to get started\u2014a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tech bootcamp program<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will teach you all the in-demand technical (and soft) skills you need to land your first role. Some programs also have built-in career support, which means you\u2019ll be completely supported on your entry-level tech job hunt.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Have a killer portfolio<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone can say they\u2019ve got the technical skills to succeed in an entry-level tech job. But you have to prove those skills to employers so they can feel confident in your ability to perform the role. To do this, you need a technical portfolio.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A standout tech portfolio will demonstrate your skills\u2014and skill level\u2014with real-world examples. Through your portfolio, employers can get a sense of the kind of projects you\u2019ve worked on\u2014and the approach you\u2019ve used to tackle the work. It also showcases your ability to explain and defend certain technical decisions and walk stakeholders through the step-by-step process you\u2019ve taken to arrive at certain conclusions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Build a personal brand\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When embarking on your job hunt, it\u2019s important to have a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/career-change\/personal-branding\/#why-do-you-need-a-personal-brand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">personal brand<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that differentiates you from other candidates. Having a strong and consistent online presence that communicates your values, personality, and USP will help you stand out in a competitive tech job market.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal brands are all about storytelling. What led you to your chosen field? What are you inspired by? How do you intend to positively impact users through your work? Having a narrative beyond being a bootcamp graduate or tech newcomer will make you more memorable to recruiters\u2014and demonstrate a vested passion for your new field.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Network, network, network<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In conjunction with building up an online presence, you have to put yourself out there in the real world too. Networking is so much more than an industry buzzword; it provides invaluable opportunities to get face time with potential employers and get your name out there in the tech community. You\u2019re much more likely to get hired if people get a sense of the personality behind your resum\u00e9, and are able to engage you in conversation about your journey and career goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by attending meetups, workshops, and webinars. Before you know it, you\u2019ll have built up a network of connections who can vouch for your personality\u2014and will think of you when a role pops up that they think you\u2019d be right for.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Find a mentor\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think back to your first day of school. You were scared, overwhelmed, and intimidated. But it\u2019s likely there was one teacher who went out of their way to offer support; guiding you through this scary new experience and helping you understand what to expect.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For tech newcomers, mentors work in the same way. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mentor is an experienced, industry-leading tech professional who\u2019ll offer tailored guidance and support as you navigate the industry. They\u2019ll help you hone your skills with feedback and critiques, and help you understand what it takes to succeed in your chosen field. They\u2019ll also go beyond the generic career advice, pulling from their own experiences to help you market your new-found skills and accelerate your tech career. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To learn more, check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/career-change\/the-importance-of-having-a-mentor-and-how-to-make-the-most-of-yours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guide to making the most out of your mentor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"#roundup\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roundup<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to entry-level tech jobs, you don\u2019t have to have a take-what-you-can-get mentality. As our lives become increasingly integrated with technology, the demand for motivated tech professionals is booming\u2014and there are more than enough roles to go around.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, even entry-level tech jobs require a baseline skill level\u2014which varies depending on the role you\u2019re pursuing. To give yourself the best shot, you\u2019ll want to invest in a tech program that teaches you the skills and tools that employers look for in today\u2019s tech job market. The good news? You can learn these skills in under a year, as long as you\u2019re committed to making the switch.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To learn more about breaking into tech, check out these blog posts:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/career-change\/which-tech-career-path-is-right-for-me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which tech career path is right for me?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/career-change\/best-paying-jobs-in-technology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Best Paying Jobs in Technology<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/career-change\/new-job\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How To Find Your New Job: The 7-Tip Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/careerfoundry.inbearbeitung.de\/en\/blog\/career-change\/remote-jobs-no-experience\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9 of the most popular remote jobs (no experience needed!)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For many career changers, the fear of starting from scratch in a junior position is high on the list of concerns. 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