Have you seen JobMonkey’s newest cool jobs section about becoming an archeologist? Seriously, that is a COOL job. About a million years ago (okay, so maybe it was just 20), I was an archeologist for the summer. Well, for 3 weeks out of the summer. And I wasn’t exactly an archeologist. More like a glorified […]
Australia Work and Holiday Visa Tips
This one’s for all of you endeavoring to work or study abroad! Australia is one of the world’s most desirable destinations for young travelers searching for sun, sand, and surf. While it’s tempting to spend hours soaking up rays, there’s much more to Australia than its beachside culture and unusual animals. From the rugged splendor […]
Australia Extends Invitation to Foreigner Workers and Students
It has to be one of the top work/study destinations for Americans, Canadians, and Brits: Australia. Now’s a great time to plan a long visit because the country has made getting work and holiday visas easier. That’s right, Australia is warmly inviting foreigners to come work, study, travel, and play! You might have seen information […]
Tuesday Tips: Top 10 Resources for Working Abroad
Do you find yourself longing for new horizons? Are you happiest when packing up a bag and planning a big trip? If you want to ditch the 9-5 job search and head out on the open road to adventure, here are 10 great resources to help you plan the experience of a life time — […]
Tuesday Tips: Kick Start Your Resume By Working Abroad
Hey college grads, I just came across this great article from Transitions Abroad on how to kickstart your resume by working. Given the rather soft job market in America, the time has never been better to live out your dreams to work, volunteer and travel abroad. Author Nora Dunn’s article includes tips for everything from […]
Hot Jobs 36: International Volunteer Jobs
It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time for Hot Jobs! If you are a regular reader of the JobMonkey blog, you know that each Wednesday I post a handful of hot new jobs listed over at the JobMonkey Job Center. Have you visited the Job Center lately? The Job Center features thousands of job openings, in […]
In the News: Volunteering Gets Big Boost at Home
If you are a recent college grad looking for a job, let me ask you this: Are you freaking out about your student loans? Are you depressed by the lack of job prospects in the current economy? One solution might be to change your perspective. Instead of looking for a six-figure job, consider a change […]
In The News: Volunteering More Popular Than Ever
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 […]