Should I apply to a job that requires 5 years experience?

Ultimately, experts agree that even if you don’t have the required numbers of years of experience, it is still worth applying for the position—within reason, of course. “But if you have one to two years of experience and they are looking for three to five, that doesn’t rule you out, and you could be just as qualified.”

Is a minimum number of years’ experience required for entry level jobs?

A requirement to have a minimum number of years’ experience or previous service is potentially indirectly age discriminatory against younger candidates, who are less likely than older workers to be able to meet the requirement. It would therefore be for the employer to justify the need for a certain number of years’ experience.

Can Employers specify a minimum number of years’ experience in job advertisements?

Can employers specify a minimum number of years’ experience in job advertisements? A requirement to have a minimum number of years’ experience or previous service is potentially indirectly age discriminatory against younger candidates, who are less likely than older workers to be able to meet the requirement.

Should Employers specify years of experience or service on job applications?

However, instead of specifying years of experience or service, which is time-based so potentially indirectly age discriminatory, employers should specify the type, breadth or level of experience needed for the particular job and the skills and competencies required.

Should I apply for a job after 4 years of college?

Ivy Global is a leader in preparing students for the SAT, ACT and PSAT. From my perspective, 4.8 years is almost 5 years, give or take. So, yes, apply; but follow up if you do not get contacted. Lots of people apply and sit and wait. You have to be proactive with a job hunt.