How to Get Them with LinkedIn
If you’ve just graduated or are looking to land your first real job, chances are you’ve been told to “get experience first”—but that’s hard when no one hires you without it. The good news is: some entry-level roles in 2025 not only pay well but also welcome fresh talent—if you know where to look and how to present yourself, especially on LinkedIn.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to specific jobs that are in demand this year and how to use LinkedIn to land them, even with little or no experience.
Top entry-level jobs that pay well in 2025
These jobs aren’t “easy,” but they are realistic, skill-based, and available for fresh graduates, especially in tech, digital services, and remote markets.
1. Data Analyst (Starting Salary: PKR 80,000 – 150,000/month)
Data Analysts are in high demand as companies rely more on data-driven decisions.
Required Skills: Excel, SQL, Power BI or Tableau, basic statistics.
Ideal For: BBA, BSCS, Statistics, or Engineering graduates who enjoy working with numbers.
2. Digital Marketing Executive (PKR 60,000 – 120,000/month)
Brands are investing heavily in online presence. Entry-level marketers are being hired for SEO, content creation, and paid ads.
Required Skills: Social media, Canva, Google Ads, SEO basics.
Ideal For: Mass Communication, BBA, or self-taught creatives with a portfolio.
3. Junior Web Developer (PKR 70,000 – 150,000/month)
Even small companies now need websites and dashboards.
Required Skills: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React or WordPress.
Ideal For: Computer Science students or self-taught coders with GitHub projects.
4. Virtual Assistant for International Clients (PKR 50,000 – 120,000/month)
Many international businesses outsource support roles.
Required Skills: Email management, calendar scheduling, English fluency.
Ideal For: Any graduate with strong communication and organization skills.
5. UI/UX Designer (PKR 70,000 – 130,000/month)
Companies want better interfaces. Designers who know tools like Figma or Adobe XD are in demand.
Required Skills: Figma, wireframing, basic understanding of user flow.
Ideal For: Graphic design or IT graduates, or freelancers with portfolio.
How to use LinkedIn to actually get these jobs
Once you know which role fits your background and interest, the next move is getting discovered—and that’s where LinkedIn becomes your best friend.
1. Design a focused profile, not a generic one
Your profile needs to reflect one clear path. Avoid writing “looking for any opportunity” or “open to multiple fields.” Instead, tailor your profile to match one of the jobs above.
Headline: Use keywords related to the role. Example:
“Entry-Level Data Analyst | Excel, Power BI, SQL | Open to Remote Roles”
About Section: Focus on your recent learning or project experience, even if it’s academic. Example:
“I recently completed a certification in Data Analytics and created a dashboard project using Power BI to visualize survey results. I’m now looking for a junior data analyst role where I can apply these skills and grow.”
Add Certifications: Include free courses from Coursera, DigiSkills, Google, etc. List them under “Licenses & Certifications.”
2. Use the “Open to Work” feature
Turn it on in profile settings. Choose:
Job roles (e.g., “Junior Web Developer”)
Preferred location (e.g., “Remote” or “Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad”)
Job type: Full-time or Internship
This makes your profile searchable by recruiters hiring for those exact roles.
3. Connect with industry-specific people
If you want a digital marketing job, follow:
HR people from ad agencies
Digital marketing trainers
Junior marketers working in companies you admire
Don’t send requests without a message. Add a short note like:
“Hi [Name], I’m starting out in digital marketing and noticed you work at [Company]. I’d love to connect and learn from your posts.”
Even passive connections increase your chances of profile visibility.
4. Start posting once a week
Recruiters click on profiles that show activity. No need to overthink it. Post updates like:
“Just completed Google’s Digital Marketing course. Learned SEO and Google Ads basics.”
“Built my first portfolio site using React. Feedback welcome!”
“Created a Power BI dashboard to analyze student attendance data. Link in comments.”
Even if you're a beginner, these posts show initiative—and that makes a difference.
5. DM your way into internships or trials
Once connected with relevant people, don’t be shy. Reach out with short, polite messages.
“Hi [Name], I’m a recent graduate skilled in [skill]. I saw your company works in [field]. If any internship or trial opportunity opens up, I’d love to be considered.”
Keep it respectful. Don’t beg. And always personalize.
6: Set job alerts and apply smartly
In LinkedIn’s “Jobs” tab:
Filter by “Entry-Level”
Select locations like “Remote” or your city
Save alerts for roles like “Junior Data Analyst,” “Marketing Assistant,” etc.
Apply early. Write personalized messages when the “Easy Apply” option shows the hiring manager.
"Value Skills, Consistency and Presence"
You don’t need to wait for years to earn well. In 2025, companies value skills, consistency, and presence—not just degrees. If you position yourself correctly on LinkedIn, even as a newcomer, you can land entry-level jobs that are not only stable but also pay well. Start by choosing your focus, update your profile today, post something small this week, and begin connecting with people in the space. In a few months, your LinkedIn won’t just be an account—it’ll be a bridge to your first real job.
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