I'm a recent graduate with my bachelor's in project management. I'm looking to start my career as a project manager or assistant project manager. I'm currently looking for a job and is willing to rel
Looking to start my career as a project manager. Looking for insight or a job, willing to relocate. All help would be greatly appreciated. Saving Changes...
Anish AbrahamPrivacy Program Manager| University of WashingtonAuburn, Wa, United States
Try to connect with your local chapter or search online and see whether you can get a role as a project coordinator supporting a PM as that will give you some great hands on experience. You can also look for volunteer opportunities.
It's not easy to get a project manager job who has never managed a project, no matter how many certifications or education you possess.
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1 reply by MICHAEL DENNIS
Jul 07, 2018 7:41 AM
MICHAEL DENNIS
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so project coordinator is a good position to start at?
I'm just curious if local chapters could be of any help when it comes to job hunting or is it (most likely) similar to cold calling?
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1 reply by Drew Craig
Jul 07, 2018 7:28 AM
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Local Chapters can help with volunteer opportunities and networking. Simply engaging and getting involved, taking advantage of the events can be valuable in expanding an individuals network. From there, opportunities are more likely to arise. So, a little different from cold calling, though, it is a process. It won't happen immediately.
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Tamer Zeyad SadiqAssistant Cost Manager| Turner & TownsendRiyadh, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia
Maybe I agree with Anish!!! Saving Changes...
RAJESH K LProject Manager, PMP| Bharat Electronics, Bengaluru, IndiaBengaluru, Karnataka, India
Agree with Anish as he has brought out practical aspects to the issue. I suggest simulataneously prepare/plan for PMP certification Saving Changes...
Sharon MaxonProgram Manager, Analytics| ChevronSan Ramon, Ca, United States
I recommend submitting your resume to a staff augmentation agency (i.e. professional temp agency) that places contractors in project management / analyst related roles. Working as a contractor at a company is a great way to "get your foot in the door", build up your experience, and develop a good reputation. When the company has open positions, the contractors are more likely to be hired than an unknown person that they only know through an interview. Saving Changes...
Volunteer, join a PMI chapter, get involved in any project at your current work if possible. And when you are doing that, take a look at the CAPM certification as a stepping stone to the PMP. Saving Changes...
Drew CraigSr. Agile & Product Coach| VanguardPhiladelphia, Pa, United States
Jul 06, 2018 7:28 PM
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I'm just curious if local chapters could be of any help when it comes to job hunting or is it (most likely) similar to cold calling?
Local Chapters can help with volunteer opportunities and networking. Simply engaging and getting involved, taking advantage of the events can be valuable in expanding an individuals network. From there, opportunities are more likely to arise. So, a little different from cold calling, though, it is a process. It won't happen immediately.
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1 reply by MICHAEL DENNIS
Jul 07, 2018 7:40 AM
MICHAEL DENNIS
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I'll try my local chapter but they rarely on here besides events.
Local Chapters can help with volunteer opportunities and networking. Simply engaging and getting involved, taking advantage of the events can be valuable in expanding an individuals network. From there, opportunities are more likely to arise. So, a little different from cold calling, though, it is a process. It won't happen immediately.
I'll try my local chapter but they rarely on here besides events.
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1 reply by Dinah Young
Jul 07, 2018 9:20 AM
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Local chapters do tend to focus effort on events. But if you go to the events you have opportunities to network with other professionals. When I went to my first Monthly chapter event, I was barely there 5 minutes when I was approached by one of the volunteers. She welcomed me, made sure I was comfortable and talked to me about the possibility of volunteering in the future at the event. After the presentation, I was again able to touch base with a few people.
So, I would suggest you find an event convenient to you and attend. Once there you will have the opportunity to discuss how you can gain the experience you are looking for.
Good luck.
Try to connect with your local chapter or search online and see whether you can get a role as a project coordinator supporting a PM as that will give you some great hands on experience. You can also look for volunteer opportunities.
It's not easy to get a project manager job who has never managed a project, no matter how many certifications or education you possess.
so project coordinator is a good position to start at?
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3 replies by Anish Abraham, Dinah Young, and MICHAEL DENNIS
Jul 07, 2018 9:23 AM
Dinah Young
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Project coordinator would mean that you work directly under a project manager. You may be working on scheduling, setting up meetings, documentation, etc. It could help you develop valuable skills in addition to "getting your foot in the door". Job hunting is all about connections. That is what you need right now.
