FlexJobs Announces Top 10 Entry-Level Remote Careers for New Graduates
Customer service, accounting and finance, medical and health among most in-demand remote-friendly fields for Class of 2023 career seekers
BOULDER, Colo., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Despite a changing job marketplace and uncertain economy, the National Association of Colleges and Employers reports that employers plan to hire 3.9 percent more graduates from the Class of 2023 than from the Class of 2022. For new Gen Z grads and job seekers in particular, remote and hybrid work options remain a priority when looking for a post-college career. In fact, recent studies have found nearly a quarter of Gen Z students and new grads ranked remote work as the most important job factor, and more than three out of five said they prefer a hybrid environment. To help new graduates and early job seekers better evaluate their remote work options this spring, FlexJobs has shared the top 10 career categories for entry-level remote roles, based on data between January 1 and April 30, 2023.
"Whether you're a recent graduate or just new to the workforce, today's job landscape can be incredibly tough to navigate," said Keith Spencer, Career Expert at FlexJobs. "Fortunately as this research demonstrates, entry-level workers don't have to choose between flexibility or finding a job. As is the case with any new job search, having clear career goals, organizing a job search plan, and consulting resources like our latest list of top entry-level jobs are essential in pursuing early career paths," Spencer added.
FlexJobs identified the top 10 careers for entry-level, remote roles by analyzing more than 50 career categories in its database and determining the fields with the highest number of entry-level job postings between January 1 and April 30, 2023 that offered any level of remote work, including hybrid work options.
The following categories are ordered from highest to lowest according to the number of remote entry-level positions available to job seekers as of April 30, 2023.
1. Customer Service
2. Accounting & Finance
3. Medical & Health
4. Administrative
5. Bilingual
6. Computer & IT
7. Bookkeeping
8. Sales
9. Marketing
10. HR & Recruiting
The most common entry-level job titles with remote work opportunities during that same time period include:
1. Administrative Assistant
2. Customer Service Representative
3. Business Development Representative
4. Data Analyst
5. Graphic Designer
6. Marketing Coordinator
7. Staff Accountant
8. Therapist
When launching a career search, FlexJobs' career experts encourage new graduates and first-time job seekers to keep the following tips top of mind.
1. Create a Well-Developed Career & Job Search Plan
Even if a job seeker is unsure of the industry they want to work in, it's best to have a tangible objective that can be communicated to employers––and an organized job search plan should be right behind it. This means creating daily and weekly goals to stay on target, conducting informational interviews, scheduling time for follow-ups, and dedicating time to researching companies so that submissions are tailored to the role and company's culture.
2. Establish a Personal Brand
Tying into the tip above, the more streamlined a candidate's personal brand, the more attractive they are to prospective employers. When companies compare a job seeker's resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile, they should match well enough to see that this isn't just any job for them, but a coveted first career step. Additionally, building a website related to an industry can help provide a future employer with insight into how a worker will fit into their company culture.
3. Network, Network, and Network Some More
When just starting out in a career, it's understandable that workers won't have a vast or deep network established yet. That's why it's wise they widen their perception of what counts as a "network." Consider becoming a member of a business networking group specifically focused on a given industry. By attending that group's events, job seekers can open up to people who share their professional interests and goals. Plus, don't forget to actively engage in LinkedIn groups and interact with alumni groups.
4. Utilize Freelance and Volunteer Opportunities
One of the best ways to support a resume is to start getting experience. Try volunteering, which is enticing to employers, or freelancing to provide other avenues to grow tangible experience and transferable skills. Often, companies onboard freelancers and then offer them permanent roles down the road as they become available.
5. Seek Out Expert Advice
Most colleges have career counseling offices that provide resume reviews, tips on interviewing skills, and job search advice. Also consider reaching out to a professional career coach, who can help with creating a focused career goal and advice like formatting a resume for applicant tracking systems or determining existing transferable skills that align well with various career paths.
For more information, please visit https://www.flexjobs.com/blog/post/entry-level-remote-jobs-new-college-graduates-v2/ or contact Shanna Briggs at [email protected].
About FlexJobs
FlexJobs is the leading career service specializing in remote, hybrid, and flexible jobs, with over 135 million people having used its resources since 2007. FlexJobs provides the highest-quality database of vetted remote and flexible job listings, from entry-level to executive, startups to public companies, part-time to full-time. To support job seekers in all phases of their career journey, FlexJobs also offers extensive expert advice, webinars, and other resources. In parallel, FlexJobs works with leading companies to recruit quality remote talent and optimize their remote and flexible workplace. A trusted source for data, trends, and insight, FlexJobs has been cited extensively in top national outlets, including CNN, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, CNBC, Forbes magazine, and many more. FlexJobs also has partner sites Remote.co and Job-Hunt.org to help round out its content and job search offerings. Follow FlexJobs on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
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