A lot of it has to do with networking--favors etc...My AS has no job history secondary to his being an alcoholic/substance abuser.Now that he is sober-it is hard--but he has an interview in our state called Mass Rehab that deals with just this sort of thing--people who have not worked in a long time--who have criminal records--they help find you a job or can get you back into school if needed for training for a job. My AS is college educated and is also a RMA--so he needs help--his first appointment is tomorrow--I will write you and let you know what they offer.