How to Get Your First Jewellery Job Without References

This trade runs on references, which is hard when you have none. There are ways in.

Build something to show

Even a few finished practice pieces, photographed clearly, substitute for a reference.

Offer a trial

Ask for a paid trial week rather than a job. It is a much easier yes.

Be findable

A complete online profile means employers can find you instead of you finding them. This is the change of the last few years.

Start adjacent

Helper, packing or store roles inside a jewellery business put you in the building. Moving inside is far easier than getting in.