Why is it that when ever I look at “entry level” jobs in IT they always want 2-4 years of experience. It’s entry level that means maybe some certifications if they didn’t major in the field or a degree in the field. Not 2-4 years already working in the field. Can someone please explain this to me?

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Just apply anyways, I was contacted by a recruiter when I just graduated from university. I went through the entire interview process and got an offer. They asked me to apply through the official website for “fairness” and the job listing said it wanted someone with 5 years of experience.

Moral of the story: companies just bullshit on job postings, apply to whatever job you want.

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It doesn’t necessarily mean work experience. Internships and other relevant experiences counts.

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Did you google it? I think I watched something that it's because the hr software doesn't upload properly into indeed and other job listing sites

That's also one of the things I cannot understand. But you can still try. Better if you have some certification in that field in lieu of the required YOE. Best of luck!

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