Gain work experience by finding work-based learning like apprenticeships, on-the-job training, internships, and mentorships.
Find an internship,
https://www.txinternshipchallenge.com/vosnet/Default.aspx
Find an apprenticeship,
https://www.apprenticeship.gov/apprenticeship-job-finder
For more information, look for these titles at Rockwall County Library.
Blanchard, Kenneth. One-Minute Mentoring: How to Find and Work With a Mentor.

Morgan, Genevieve. Undecided: Navigating Life and Learning After High School.
Waal, Anastasia de. The Job Ready Guide: How To Set Yourself up For Job Success.
Williams, Lynn. Ultimate Job Search: Master the Art of Finding Your Ideal Job.