YOUR FIRST JOB IS A 509(a)(2) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
Guiding College Students To Their First Job.
We work with ambitious college students to implement a proven methodology connecting their unique aptitudes to employers seeking talent — through personalized coaching, structured preparation, and our proprietary Professional Aptitude Profile matching technology.
3 EASY STEPS FOR ALL
Students
- Take your 10-minute Professional Aptitude Profile, and get your “Killarney Score.”
- Provide your resume — which will be automatically standardized as part of the exclusive applicant pool for employers.
- Receive personalized assistance from Your First Job coaches (if desired).
Parents
- Review the 3 options for assistance best fits your student’s needs.
- Select one option and immediately turn your student into an "applicant” in our accelerated, personalized process for finding opportunities.
- Get updates (if requested) regarding progress.
Employers
- Register your company with Your First Job (10 questions).
- Select the criteria (college major, GPA, skills, Killarney Score, etc.) of applicants.
- Receive standardized information on applicants matching your criteria.
Ready to Start Your Career?
Whether you’re a student chasing your dream role or an employer searching for the next generation of talent — our structured process is built to deliver results.
Get Started with Your First Job
Tell us who you are and what you’re looking for. We’ll be in touch within one business day.
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