Yes, it's possible to get a software engineering job with an engineering degree and no prior experience. First step is usually a recruiter call.They are looking for red flags and whether you are really interested in their company. Whether you have to apply to 1 job or 1,000 jobs, all that matters is the one that sends you that offer letter that you accept. Plenty of companies hire new grads. They don't expect you to have experience. They are ideal opportunities for anyone who is new to a career field because they require the least education, training, or professional experience to perform. So you fill out the application form, press submit and wait and hope for a positive response. Your results will be varied: Phone Interview ? This means that you must hold a degree in Engineering AND passed an exam to join the Engineers' professional association to use the title.