How to Find Entry Level Jobs
Entry level jobs are everywhere, but not every job labeled "entry level" is open to someone without experience. The fastest way to find real ones is to search for the right phrases, focus on industries that train new hires, and skip postings that ask for years of experience under an entry-level title.
The market right now
Entry-level hiring has slowed nationally. Entry-level job postings fell 7.5% in the year to May 2026, while senior-level postings rose 14.7% (Indeed Hiring Lab).
Fewer postings means more applicants per opening. That's a reason to apply sooner and to more jobs, not a reason to stop.
Entry level vs. no experience
These two labels sound the same but mean different things:
| Label | What it usually means |
|---|---|
| **Entry level** | The lowest level for that job at that company. Experience may still be asked for. |
| **No experience required** | The employer will hire someone who has never done the job. |
| **Will train / paid training** | The employer expects to teach you the job. |
"Entry level" tells you where a job sits. "No experience required" tells you who can get it. When you search, use both.
Where to look
Hourly jobs in these areas regularly hire people starting out:
- Retail and grocery: cashier, stocker, sales associate
- Food service: crew member, barista, prep cook, dishwasher
- Warehouse and delivery: picker, packer, loader, package handler
- Cleaning and facilities: janitor, custodian, housekeeper
- Customer service: front desk, call center, store customer service
- Security: unarmed security officer (licensing rules vary by state)
For retail, the Bureau of Labor Statistics lists the typical entry-level education as no formal educational credential, with no related work experience required.
What to expect for pay
The floor is minimum wage, and it depends on where the job is. The federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour and hasn't changed since 2009. Thirty states and Washington, D.C. set a higher minimum, and some cities set their own rates above that. Employers must pay whichever rate is highest where you work (U.S. Department of Labor).
Some states and cities require employers to list pay in job postings. Where pay is listed, use it to compare jobs before you apply.
How to search smarter
- Search by phrase, not just title. Try "no experience required," "will train," or "entry level" plus a job type and your city.
- Read the requirements, not the title. A posting titled "entry level" that asks for 2+ years of experience isn't built for beginners.
- Check required vs. preferred. "Experience preferred" means you can still apply.
- Sort by newest. Recent postings get the most attention.
- Apply to several at once. Five or ten applications gives you real odds.
- Set job alerts so new postings come to you.
Red flags
- "Entry level" title, 3+ years required. The label and the job don't match.
- A degree required for a job that doesn't need one. Check whether it says "required" or "preferred."
- Anyone asking you to pay to apply. Legitimate employers don't charge applicants.
Where to find jobs
NoProbJobs lists jobs that hire without experience or will train you:
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