Im in the same boat as you. Im a final year law student and I have been looking for work experience, volunteer work, cadetships, etc for almost 2 years and I have got nothing to show for it. "I cant get a job because I have no experience because..." loop.

"You keep using that word. I don't believe you understand what it means"

unfortunately for you your gonna have to take that low paying crappy job to get the experience to get that entry level job that pays better.

been there done that, doesn't hurt to apply, worst that can happen is that they reject you. there were quite a few positions that said that in their qualifications when I was job hunting, including the one I'm in

I'm curious about what field of work this is.. and what company.

The answer is probably volunteering or an internship. Yes it sucks, it won't pay the bills and you may need to moonlight as well, but it is possible. I got my experience required job with no experience by working for FREE for a week. That's the only way I could convince them to take a chance on me, but I worked my ass off that week, proved myself and six months later I'm making decent money at the same company.

Ignore those experience year stamps and apply anyways. The worst that can happen is that they don't call you.

Unfortunately, most entry-level jobs are like this. trying doing an internship. paid if possible. This will give you the experience you need to get started on your career path. good luck OP!

Best one is "2-5 years paid work experience". So uhh, How do I get experience?

Even mcdonalds won't hire anyone but high school or college kids because they believe they'll bring in more business. Yet those friends are getting free meals. And those that actually NEED money to support their families don't get the hours and have to deal with the kids who rather stand around and talk than do their jobs.