What is the best way to break into Human Resources and get a job?
I have a JD but never really practiced. I was looking at a certificate program in Human Resources online offered through Cornell University. It is only 6 months.
What certificates do I need? How do I begin? What about recruiters?
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2 Comments on What is the best way to break into Human Resources and get a job?
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stockpicksxxx on
Tue, 6th Jan 2009 10:14 am
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Mel on
Fri, 9th Jan 2009 3:27 pm
The companies like to hire young women with strong clerical skills and approachable hr is being outsourced and approachable hr is all know.
The companies like to hire young face it is tough field wish would have gone into something else but it is also helpful if you are seen as.
You don’t necessaryily need a certificate, but it’s helpful. Try the site listed below for more info on certificate programs in HR.
What might be helpful is to decide what area of HR you’re most interested in. It’s a big field - comepnsation, benefits, risk management/safety, employee relations, training, recruitment, organizational development and/or design, HRIS system management, labor law, communications, ethics, mediation - there are a lot of specialty areas to pick from. You can also pursue a generalist role, which is a little bit of everything.
Your local chapter of SHRM (Society for Human Resources Management) or NHRA (National Human Resources Association) can also be of assistance. They often offer subsidized memberships and provide networking and educational opportunities.
It’s a great field - every day is challenging but fun. 
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