Jobs for degree holders in the U.S.

[Tuanv 2]

I work in auto/home insurance (as an actuary, which btw does not require any degree beyond a bachelors to make very good money as long as you're willing to study to pass the credentialing exams) and we are always hiring customer service representatives. Those with the motivation to do so will usually progress through the different areas of the company - sales, claims, underwriting, etc. Some will leave to work for independent agents elsewhere.

This sound promising. I actually googled actuary and I found it is to be one of the careers that will be in great demand. I am willing to study and pass any exam. Any more info would be helpful. Of course, I am going to google it too

[Jenn! 918]

This is a good site for learning more about the field: http://beanactuary.org/

Are you strong in math? Are you interested in analytical work?

[Jenn! 918]

Are there book to prepare this kind of exam? What kind of subject does it cover?

Look up "license to sell insurance". Yes, they sell books to help prepare. From what I've heard the exams are mostly about all the different types of insurance there are and what the coverages are. Basically, the ins and outs of an insurance contract.

[Boiler 45,501]

It includes law aspects and regulations as well.

I did the Colorado one, 2 day course then the exams which we multiple guess type format.

Pretty basic stuff.

[Tuanv 2]

This is a good site for learning more about the field: http://beanactuary.org/

Are you strong in math? Are you interested in analytical work?

Wow, I don't think being a actuary fits me after I research it. There is simply too many mathematical requirements

Look up "license to sell insurance". Yes, they sell books to help prepare. From what I've heard the exams are mostly about all the different types of insurance there are and what the coverages are. Basically, the ins and outs of an insurance contract.

I am going to look into it.

It includes law aspects and regulations as well.

I did the Colorado one, 2 day course then the exams which we multiple guess type format.

Pretty basic stuff.

This sound easy enough. Thank for info.

[adiiann 163]

If you have a degree, a BA specifically, what kind of work did you find? I'll be getting mine in a double major of English and Book & Media studies and living in HI.

I assume most people get a really basic job at first just to start getting and income, but after that, what has your experience been looking for a job that you know will fully appreciate your degree?

Or if you haven't found it yet, what are you looking for?

Personally, I want to get into printing or publishing specifically; I'm a dying breed

I hope this suggestion helps you.

It took me almost a year after I got my EAD and green card before I found job in my field of expertise. I have BS degree in my country, and my field of expertise is kinda rare. It's hard to find a job in my field because there's not much demand for it though in other hand, not so much professionals also. So, my game plan is keep looking and always checking the companies that hold such positions for an opening.

I also started to work part-time in which I just need to bend and I wanted to meet other people too. I didn't start looking jobs that are so far from our home because I wasn't yet driving. So, right after I got my driver's license I am so active looking jobs in my field. I got various interviews that ended up not choosing me which really upset me because they seem so eager to hire me, and then they will told me that they found a better one. Anyway, it didn't stop me from keep applying jobs, I got 5 unsuccessful interviews. And then, I decided to apply outside of my state, but I started to neighbor states. I applied for 3 states, got calls from them but I choose the first one who responded to my application. So, I got the job in my field, me and my husband is relocating.

I don't think that companies here are really keen on where you get your college education as long as you have the experience for the job you are applying for. Maybe except for medical professions which really required some sort of certifications, as well as teaching professions.

My suggestion, try to find companies/employers that cater your profession in your area. Keep checking their website's career page for an opening or just send your resume to them. They probably won't need someone that have expertise like yours at the time you applied, but at least they already had your resume in their system when they need one. It's alright to get frustrated but never lose hope.

Good Luck!

[Afrikan Queen 11]

My fiance has a bachelor degree plus a teaching degree from his country. Would it be difficult for him to find a job or would additional education be useful. The economy is very slowly getting better, but it could still be difficult. Any thoughts?

[Boiler 45,501]

Doing what?

[Afrikan Queen 11]

Doing what?

What I'm trying to ask is, would it be difficult to find a job with a degree from another country?

Edited January 12, 2011 by Joyjoy

[Boiler 45,501]

That would depend on so many factors.

[tallcoolone 102]

I suggest becoming a Registered Nurse in the USA.

All you need is a 2 year Associates Degree, You can go to a Nursing College.

Get you 2 years in, sit for NCLEX and then you are RN in the USA with starting salary anywhere between $20 per hour to $45 per hour depending on what part of the USA you work

[Hugglebuggles 60]

It includes law aspects and regulations as well.

I did the Colorado one, 2 day course then the exams which we multiple guess type format.

Pretty basic stuff.

Yes, exactly. I bypassed the class and did self-study, which is essentially the 2 day class in a book.

It's not difficult if you can absorb information well.

I was hired by an independent agency in April of last year with no experience, and they trained me from the beginning, helped me learn all of the ins and outs of the industry, and paid for my licensing. There are lots of companies out there that are able and willing to do that. If you're interested in insurance, I would look for an entry-level position at a willing to train company. I think it would have been harder for me to go out, study, and write the licensing test without the help of my coworkers.

[VinhBao MyTam 3]

Good to hear that, like you i also have a Political Science degree and at the same time Bachelor of Laws degree so i would really like to practice my profession although i know i need to take further studies when i get there then if all things will go as planned then take the state bar, but as what you said i'm not closing my doors to any possibility for a starter, wish me luck! Thanks for the info.

Over here a Bachelor of Laws degree doesn't really mean anything. You can take Pre-Law here, but Law Schools will take people regardless of what they took in undergraduate. And you must have the graduate level education to sit for the bar. At best, it's a good foundation for you to transition to law school more easily.

[-teRe- 9]

Over here a Bachelor of Laws degree doesn't really mean anything. You can take Pre-Law here, but Law Schools will take people regardless of what they took in undergraduate. And you must have the graduate level education to sit for the bar. At best, it's a good foundation for you to transition to law school more easily.

On the contrary, i think having LL.B degree is still better than not having any degree at all regardless of the country i had it. Thanks but what do you mean Pre-Law? I already had my pre-law studies so i will not waste another 4 yrs to take it again. What i want is to get a masteral studies at least, besides i don't have plans of competing with the American lawyers doing stuffs like handling cases in courts, for a fact most American law firms look down on asians. I just want to practice my profession, making it sure the 9 years of studying is worth it. Thanks for the info though.

[lynJer 7]

Hey....Im an Australian Banking Manager with 10 years experince in commeerce and personal lending , insurance and all the other bank stuff....and have commerce degree triple major and currently in the middle of doing my jd/mba which I sort of dont think ill bother finishing or maybe I should..not sure....As I have already completed many insurance courses through my previous Aussie Bank....do you think ill have much trouble getting work in the insurance business...and will i need to resit insurance tests....not that I would mind.?