"We are looking for someone with some more experience. We apologize, but even though you decided to pursue education and get a Master's degree, we are looking for someone with more experience."
Experience?! THIS IS AN ENTRY-LEVEL POSITION!
If any of you have felt that way then you are not alone. I have been looking for a job for a few months now and the response italicized above is the most common (with some creative liberties added of course).
I have always just wondered one thing....how can I gain that experience if NO ONE WILL HIRE ME!
I understand that the job market is weak and that the economy is weaker, but please do not give me that response. That is the WORST thing that a person can here - especially one that put the job on hold in order to gain a better degree.
I work extremely hard, prove my worth, and dedicate myself to everything I do. I have excelled in all my programs, and in my professional relationships. I communicate effectively, poignantly, and clearly. And in fear of over-tooting my horn - I am well traveled, I understand behavior, and I thrive on challenge.
I'm sorry - no experience?
Like all young adults, I desire independence. I desire a thriving professional life. I desire a career that means something to me. Well, unfortunately all of the effort and time I have put in to furthering my education and bettering myself have helped little. I do not reject the education because I feel that it has made me a stronger candidate. I know that I can offer ideas and work that other cannot.
It would be wonderfully nice is an employer would give the - little-experience, educated, applying for entry-level position, and committed - candidates a fighting chance.
