Amanda, 21, grew up in Hertfordshire, UK, and chose to pursue an MA in journalism in Australia. Her jobs in Australia included reporter – intern positions at The Illawarra Mercury in Wollongong and B Magazine in Sydney. What job were you doing? Reporter – Intern Jobs in Australia - Sydney Harbor Bridge Why did you choose to work there? I was living in Wollongong at the time and the regional newspaper The Illawarra Mercury was based there. My journalism tutor suggested I apply for an internship there so I did. By doing an internship it meant that I studied less courses for my MA. How did you find the job (website, paper, etc.)? I moved out to Australia to do a MA in Journalism. Part of the MA involved an internship at a regional daily newspaper. In my interview the editor asked ...

Megan found out about teaching English in South Korea from her boyfriend’s cousin. His cousin had been teaching in Korea for over a year. After hearing about all of his amazing experiences Megan decided that she had to get in on the action. Here’s how her story unfolded. How long is your contract? I have been teaching here for 5 months. My contract is for one year, but I plan on coming back to teach for an additional year. What was the salary like? The average teacher makes around 2.2million won per month, which includes housing. The won has not been doing so great these days so English teachers have seen a drop in their salary. However, I came here to experience a new culture and meet new people, which is exactly what I have been doing. I am still able to send money back to th...

Working abroad during the long university summer holidays or on gap years enables students to get away and earn money at the same time. Working abroad is a fantastic opportunity to discover new cultures and gain invaluable work experience. Teach English Abroad Many of the largest graduate recruiters are international businesses; they need employees who can demonstrate they can adapt to working abroad. The majority of travelers look for a job overseas at some point during their gap year to increase their dwindling funds. Work can either earn or save the traveller crucial cash. Working abroad is a realistic opportunity for summer holiday adventures and is a fabulous way to meet new people, retain independence and of course to earn some money. On my gap year I took advantage of unpaid opportu...

Few have embraced the party life like Hayley Tilley, 23, a UK citizen from Macclesfield, Cheshire (Near Manchester). She has spent several years working in Magalluf, Palma Nova, and Mallorca. Sound like something you might want to do too? What job were you doing? Mainly bar work, but i have tried my hand at Pring, Waitressing, Hostessing, selling photo keyrings and I’ve also been a shot girl! Why did you choose to work there? I had worked a few months in Faliraki in 2002 and I wanted to do it again somewhere else. My friend suggested Magalluf and i thought why not! Party Jobs in Magalluf How did you find the job (website, paper, etc.)? Word of mouth! Everyone was really helpful my first year because everybody has done it themselves. They tell you where they’ve heard there are j...

Having a well-written, nice-looking resume is a critical piece of the job hunt puzzle. Here are 10 tips to help you accomplish the task: Have a Winning CV 1. Presentation is important. Don’t hand-write your CV, or use wacky typefaces or colored paper. Arial or Times New Roman will do fine, in 10, 11 or 12 point. 2. Pay attention to layout: make your resume easy to read by spacing sections out and keeping margins generous. 3. Use a ‘professional’ sounding email address such as (your real name)@hotmail.com rather than kitty_kat_ibiza_angel@email.com 4. Keep it simple. Weigh up information that has to be on there with stuff that’s more suited to conversation at interview. 5. Use active verbs (such as ‘achieved’, ’set up’, ‘managed’, ...

How’s this for a cool job? Ben, 22, traded his home in Brighton for one in Bermuda, where he worked as a dolphin trainer! Check out his great story. What job are you doing? I worked as a dolphin trainer. Work with Dolphins in Bermuda Why did you choose to work there? I have a friend who works here and she recommended their internship program to me. How did you find the job (website, paper, etc.)? Initially through my friend, and then the Dolphin Quest website www.dolphinquest.org. Can you describe your day to day routine? Assisting in the training, feeding and veterinary care of the dolphins. Running interactive swim programs with guests. Preparing fish, washing buckets and various other daily duties. Also helping in other areas of the facility including photography and guest service...

Typical day in Zante (Zakinthos), Laganas, Greece 12 – 3pm – Wake up, hit the beaches or pools / get boats out, cliff diving, water parks etc. 5-9pm – Eat, get ready 4 work and go 7-10pm – Everyone’s at work setting up the bars getting ready for the night ahead 10-3/5am – Work, whilst drinking (a lot of drinking) have fun with colleagues/owners/customers 3-7/8am – Party every night with the workers (we’re out every night) 7/8am – Get food at various fast food restaurants then go to bed and do it all again the next day!!! When I decided I wanted to have a fun, sun soaked summer with a good bit of partying, I decided the Greek islands would be a perfect destination. So I booked my holiday to with a mate for a week to Laganas. I booked it for ...

By Amani Omejer ‘So, I’ve got my visa, now I need to organise a job…Where am I going to stay? I’d better book somewhere…’ These tend to be the thoughts that go through a first time traveler’s mind – certainly did with me anyway! I left school at 18 and got ready to spend 12 months away, travelling and working. With a work visa for New Zealand and a return flight to Australia, I wanted to try and be organized and slightly planned, because it not only puts your mind at rest, but also reassures the family and friends you are leaving behind. However, once you set off you realize one of the wonders of traveling is that you really do not need to plan! Organic Farming Jobs in Australia I began my travels in New Zealand and before I left I organized ...

Disney theme parks are marketed as Magic Kingdoms, and they certainly feel that way to young visitors. But what about those who work at Disney? We interviewed Maxine, 20, who left her home in Essex for a seasonal job at Disney World Florida. What job were you doing? Character Performer. Why did you choose to work there? I was a big Disney fan and in a way it was like a three month working holiday. Disney Jobs in the USA How did you find the job? I got it through Yummy Jobs. Do you need to be qualified? No, but I think you have to be a college or university student or a recent graduate due to visa restrictions. What was your day-to-day routine? My shifts and days varied but once at work I would collect my costume and then do a set which would last for 20-30 minutes meeting park guests. I th...

What job were you doing? I was a podium Dancer for one on the most popular bars on Magalluf Strip – Alex’s. Why did you choose to work there? I went there on holiday the previous year and loved it. I knew I wanted to go back and try and get a job there for the summer. Alex’s plays the best R&B music around so I thought I would love to work there. Magaluf Club Jobs - Be a Podium Dancer How did you find the job? I just walked in and asked for the Manager and said ‘have you got any jobs going’ which is the way most people find jobs there. You don’t need a CV for bar work, PR work or as a Dancer even though I have been learning to dance for years, I didn’t need to prove it. Do all pubs and clubs there employ dancers? The main bars and most popular ...