what does the man mean?

W: Do you know Jim works as a dish-washer at that restaurant around the comer?
M: It isn’t a bad job to start with. I wouldn’t mind that job for the summer if no others are available.

W: How was the job interview? I think you’ll make a good journalist. I remember you as the best writer of the class.
M: Well, in fact, my application was turned down. They were looking for people with experience in the profession.