Entry Level Jobs

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An entry level job is the first job that a new trainee or graduate takes upon completion of a training or degree program. Entry level in this sense refers to the entry point into a specific chosen profession.

This type of job may or may not require (or at least prefer) some level of work experience. Most often, this work experience may be gained through internship, which are most commonly offered for 10-12 weeks during the summer break from college, or cooperative education (i.e. coops or co-op), which are often offered concurrent to the semester or quarter of education and are therefore in place of (or in addition to) the student's normal education schedule.

The title for many entry level careers and professions is known as a staff role. Staff Accountant, Staff Engineer and Staff Auditor are all examples of typical job titles at this level. Many jobs simply list the title without any additions like Senior, II, etc. Listings for Programmer, Software Development Engineer, Sales Representative are examples of entry level jobs. However, these titles may or may not be entry level. For example, once the individual is in the job at least a year, the job is no longer entry level, even though the title may not have changed. So the title by itself is not always an indicator of the level of the position.

Some employers will add the two words "Entry Level" to the position title for the purpose of posting externally to indicate to prospective job seekers that hiring is at the entry level.

The generally accepted crossover point from entry level to experienced is when the candidate has gained experience in the chosen field or profession beyond graduation. However, it is usually only after a year of experience that the new job seeker is competing at an experienced level rather than entry level. For example, if a new hire were to be terminated after only 3-6 months of work after graduation, that person would likely still be competing at the entry level for the next role. While one year of experience is arbitrary—and may be inaccurate, depending on the experience gained—it is the standard for most corporate recruiters when reviewing the resume of candidates.

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Border Patrol Agent (Entry Level) – Up to $60,000 Hiring Bonus - United States Customs and Border Protection - Columbus,OH
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SERVICE TECHNICIAN - Atlas Machine and Supply - Hilliard,OH
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Call Center Rep Work From Home - Rowan Agencies - Columbus,OH
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Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent – $20,000 Sign-On Bonus - U.S. Customs and Border Protection - Bexley,OH
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Entry-Level Financial Services - The Mutters Agency - Columbus,OH
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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives - United States Customs and Border Protection - Columbus,OH
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Entry-Level Customs and Border Protection Officer (GS-5/7) - U.S. Customs and Border Protection - Grandview Heights,OH
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Assembler - $23/hr, No Experience, Weekly Pay - Adecco - Dublin,OH
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Entry-Level Benefits Advisor - Training Provided - The Mutters Agency - Columbus,OH
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Entry Level Benefits Rep - Customer Service - The Whittingham Agencies - Cincinnati,OH
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Full-Time Store Associate - ALDI - Columbus,OH
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Warehouse Worker-Lift Truck Operator -2nd Shift - Penske Logistics - Lockbourne,OH
Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing attitude who want to excel in a warehouse...
HVAC Install Helper - COLUMBUS WORTHINGTON AIR - Hilliard,OH
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Warehouse Worker-Lift Truck Operator -1st Shift - Penske Logistics - Lockbourne,OH
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Entry-Level Customs and Border Protection Officer (GS-5/7) - U.S. Customs and Border Protection - Bexley,OH
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Entry Level Retail Merchandiser (Get Paid Next Day!) - SPAR Group - Columbus,OH
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Entry-Level Automotive Detailer / Lot Attendant - CARVANA - Heath,OH
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Music Store Associate - Music & Arts - Westerville,OH
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Insurance Sales Representative - Work From Home - Rowan Agencies - Columbus,OH
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Maintenance Worker - Sevita - Columbus,OH
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Customer Service Sales - Entry Level - The Mutters Agency - Columbus,OH
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Trainee Entry Level Home Daily, Weekly, and Every 2 weeks - SkillConnect LLC - Columbus,OH
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Apprentice Baker - Giant Eagle - Grove City,OH
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Blowmold Production Operator - 1st Shift (12 Hour) - G&J Pepsi Cola - Columbus,OH
G&J Pepsi Cola - - Responsibilities: Operates blow mold facility equipment (e.g. blowmolder, labeler, palletizer, conveyor, airveyor, wrapper) according to established company standards to ensure highest level of quality and efficiency.;...
Injection Operator- Nights - Niagara Bottling - Columbus,OH
Niagara Bottling Inc - - Responsibilities: Prepare, set up, start and run injection equipment for PET and HDPE lines; Perform minor adjustments to injection equipment as directed; Accurately complete and update logs and forms (injection...
Machine Operators 1st shift - $20-26/hour - Kelly Services - Dublin,OH
Kelly Services, Inc. - - Responsibilities: Program and operate vertical milling machines utilizing G-CODE for the production of stamping dies, fixtures, and parts; Prepare raw materials by cutting, facing, and trimming to specified dimensions...
Machine Operator - Aerotek - Columbus,OH
Aerotek - - Responsibilities: Operate equipment that fabricates metal products, including stamping machines; Ensure efficient production by managing machine operations; Perform preventive maintenance to ensure machinery runs smoothly;...
Seasonal Alterations & Tailor Shop - Tailor - Easton Town Center - Nordstrom - Columbus,OH
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CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACT CENTER REPRESENTATIVES - PART-TIME - Micro Center - Hilliard,OH
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Commit to Serve Your City Year! (Full Pay/Benefits – Academic Mentor) - City Year - Columbus,OH
Student success coach and mentor (entry level, paid,...
Washroom Operator - Vestis - Columbus,OH
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Laundry Attendant Full Time OR Part-time, Weekends required - Fairfield - Columbus,OH
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Maintenance Supervisor - Asset Living - Columbus,OH
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Cake Decorator - Market District - Hilliard,OH
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Loan Sales Specialist - OneMain Financial - Columbus,OH
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Plastics Machine Operator - AMCOR - New Albany,OH
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