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 Why did you choose to work there? I was living […]
Teaching English in South Korea
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 […]
10 Tips for Writing a Winning Resume
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: 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 […]
Working with Dolphins in Bermuda
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. Why did you choose to work there? I have a friend who works here and […]
Fun Jobs in Zante, Greece
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 […]
Disney Performer Jobs in the USA
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 […]
Tales of a Podium Dancer in Magaluf
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 […]
Become a Club Manager Overseas
Meet our man Danny O’Reilly, who has been an Overseas Resort Manager with Club 18-30 for the last 6 years. In total he has spent almost 10 years working overseas for Club 18-30, Sunset Holidays and Thomas Cook. How did you get your job? I went along to a walk-in interview that was being held […]
Magaluf – Is it the new Ibiza?
Mallorca (or Majorca as most Brits call it) is the largest of the Balearic Islands and along with its sister islands of Menroca and Ibiza, lies in the Mediterranean Sea off the south east coast of mainland Spain. Magaluf, on the south west side of the island is quickly developing a reputation as being one […]
Head to Kavos for Club PR Jobs
It’s time to catch up with Andy, 22, who left home in Kent for the warmer climate, and far bluer scenery, of Kavos, Corfu. Here’s his story about working as a PR in Greece. Why did you choose to work there? Because it was a decent bar in Kavos, had a good DJ and a […]