As a recent college graduate from Southern New Hampshire University unsure of which job route to pursue, Lauren was introduced to Softworld. An entry-level position with a well-regarded training program seemed ideal with no prior knowledge of technology or recruitment expertise. “I loved the pace and information the program provides,” she said, “I remember Jonathan would say ‘no question is a stupid question’ repeatedly for the next six weeks. It was reassuring that everyone progresses at their own pace in this business, and Jonathan can adjust to accommodate anyone from a natural born recruiter to someone who requires a little more guidance.” It’s critical to learn from someone who sincerely wants you to succeed, and ERT is meant to provide that opportunity.

Like most entry-level candidates on the job search, Lauren wanted to join a company that had a potential for growth down the road. Before Softworld came along, she had a marketing internship and had always considered marketing to be her true calling. “From my first interview with Softworld, it was made clear to me that there are numerous opportunities here. Softworld is always looking to “find the right person for the right seat”, whether it be sales, marketing, HR, or other positions. Even though I grew to enjoy recruitment, when a position in marketing became available, I knew it was meant to be, and my coworkers supported me to pursue my passion, for which I am grateful.”

Upon graduating from Colby College in 2019, Carly’s very first job was providing administrative support to iHeart Radio’s Sales Team. “I learned quickly that administrative work was not for me. I knew I would excel in an environment where I could build my own book of business and have uncapped earning potential.” From there, she explored recruiting, which a friend in the business had suggested would be a good fit. She applied and interviewed with multiple recruiting companies but knew that Softworld was the right place for her after visiting the Waltham, MA office and meeting with Johnathan Anderson as well as a few other members of Sr. Leadership. “Everyone was friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and adamant about wanting to see Entry-Level candidates succeed.”

Carly reflects on the first 4 weeks of the program in a classroom setting, where she was slowly introduced to recruiting processes, technology, and the different practices at Softworld (IT, Life Sciences, Engineering, Government). “The program is designed to gradually transition candidates to the phones, which I felt prepared for by the many practice calls we would have amongst the class, with managers, and with experienced recruiters. I remember taking 5-10 minutes to mentally prepare myself to make that first dial, where now it is like second nature to get on the phone!” Carly has been with Softworld for just over 2 years now and has grown into the IT RecruitingTeam “After working on all sorts of jobs while in the ERT program, I quickly knew that I was both most interested in and the best at clearing candidates for Functional Roles. Softworld supported my interests, and within the first year I was promoted twice into the role I am in now. I work alongside and learn from 20-year recruiters who I can confidently say are the best in our field.”