Salon.com ran a great piece this week with advice for teenagers looking for a summer job. The article acknowledges that Yes, it is tougher than ever before to find a summer job if you are a high school or college student. You are suddenly competing with recent college grads and the growing ranks of unemployed […]
Have you always wanted to be a chef? Maybe you have dreamed of working in the finest restaurants of Paris or New York. But ten this recession-riddled economy turned you off and convinced you that you should pursue a more “secure” field. Well, then, check out this post about recession-proof culinary jobs. They may not […]
TGIF! Have you caught all the new content at the JobMonkey since Monday? If you missed a day or two, here’s a rundown on all our posts this week: >> How to Land an Outdoor Job >> Hot Jobs 29 (with some cool outdoor and adventure job opps this week) >> Reader Mailbag: Jobs in […]
Every Thursday (oops, in this case … Friday), the JobMonkey blog answers reader questions about their job search. From how to write a cover letter or negotiate a salary offer to finding a summer job at Disney World and avoiding work at home scams, we’ve got you covered. Dear JobMonkey, I am looking for some […]
Or perhaps a bottle of rose instead… Just a little FYI that JobMonkey has recently updated its section on Wine Jobs to include several articles on the job of a Wine Sommelier. At fine restaurants, wine sommeliers help patrons select wines that compliment their food, ensure that proper stemware is provided, and open, decant and […]
Happy Wednesday! The week is half-way over, which means it’s time for Hot Jobs. This weekly post features three hot new jobs posted on the JobMonkey Job Center. Are you in the market for a new job? Then make the Job Center your first stop. We feature a trove of jobs from around the country […]
Volunteering has become a popular theme here lately at the JobMonkey blog. The New York Times reported earlier this week on the burgeoning ranks of volunteers in New York City. Laid-off workers are turning in droves to volunteer organizations to help them fill their time and contribute to people in need, while still aggressively looking […]
Apropos to my post yesterday about following your dreams despite the recession, the USA Today just ran a review of a new book about the very same topic. Career Renegade by Jonathan Fields is a guide to teach you how to make money while doing what you love. After you figure out what you want […]
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