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Where To Find Internships and Fellowships in Israel in 2012

Jacob Share — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:17:46 +0000

Over 30 places to find an internship in Israel in 2012.

Some of the submission deadlines may have already passed, so if you know someone looking for an Israel-based internship, send this article to them asap.

Each internship description below is more or less quoted from the source.

Except where noted, all the internships have fees of some sort, such as an application processing fee or registration deposit, but many also offer scholarships or other financial aid and/or let you use a Masa Israel grant.

After scanning the listings and visiting some of the sites, don’t miss out on the tips at the bottom for finding hidden internships.

Summer 2012 internships

Ordered by submission deadline.

The Shalem Center Summer Internship Program – for students. “Assigned to one of the Shalem Center’s scholars, interns assist in research and writing of books and articles being produced at Shalem. Summer interns work in one of the academic departments or institutes at the Shalem Center.” (Applications will be accepted until February 1, 2012. Final decisions will be made by March 15th, 2012, PAID)

Birthright Israel Excel Fellowship – “a selective 10-week summer fellowship program in Israel for 20 talented Jewish rising college juniors and seniors from around the world who are planning to pursue careers in business and/or technology.” (February 26, 2012, NO FEES)

Tel Aviv University’s TESOL Program (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) – “Acceptance criteria include a BA in any field from a recognized academic institution, a minimum GPA of 3.0 and high proficiency in the English language … Application Deadline: 1st session – February 29, 2012, 2nd Session – May 2nd, 2012.”

WUJS Intern Tel Aviv – for Jewish students between the ages of 21-35 who are single, or married without children. “…Intern in almost any area of industry and commerce, public and private sector, art and culture, hi-tech, politics and much more…” (apply asap, program starts March 12th, 2012)

WUJS Intern Jerusalem – Same idea as the above Tel Aviv edition, both of which only mention the 2011 programs on the application form. Since this internship and the Tel Aviv one are both beginning soon, call asap to see if there’s any space left. (apply asap, program starts March 12th, 2012)

Yavneh Olami’s Summer Internship Program (SIP) – “open to students who have completed at least 1 full year of university …enables students and recent graduates from all over the world to intern in their fields of interest in Israel within a social and educational environment.” (March 6th, 2012)

University of Haifa International School Internship Program – “Only students who are enrolled as full-time students in the International School are eligible for the Internship Program, and students must have already completed at least one year of university study (anywhere)… Internships are mostly focused in the areas of social services, health services, and education.” (There are different application deadlines per program of study)

FFIPP Internship for Human Rights and Just Peace in Palestine/Israel – “For college and university students only. Intensive, on the ground, eye opening learning experience about the conflict in Palestine/Israel and the struggle for Human Rights Justice, and Peace.” (April 1, 2012)

Israel Government Fellows Internship Program – for fluent English speakers between 22-30 years old who have a Bachelor’s Degree plus a minimum 2 years work experience OR a Master’s Degree. “Fellows are placed in positions of genuine responsibility working with senior figures in the Israeli government and will be placed in accordance with their skills and interests as well as with manpower needs of the government.” (May 2012)

Real Life Israel’s Israel Internship Track – for young Jewish adults aged 20 – 30. “The Jerusalem-based immersion program designed to give you the most authentic impression of real life in Israel.” (apply asap, one track begins February 7th 2012, another begins August 2012)

Real Life Israel’s Research Fellowship – “a Semester-long immersion and Research Fellowship program that is designed to give you an authentic experience of real life in Israel.” (apply asap, one track begins February 7th 2012, another begins August 2012)

Nesiya Community Internships – for students. “All participants who receive financial support from Nesiya are obligated to fulfill a Nesiya Community Internship in an education or non-profit agency… Nesiya Community Internships are usually completed during the academic year immediately following participation in Nesiya’s summer Israel program” which begins on July 2nd, 2012 so apply now.

Israel Teaching Fellows – this is actually a volunteering program, but since it’s for a specific profession – teachers – I decided it made sense to include it here. (Begins August 2012, apply now)

LIFE Program – “for Jewish young adults aged 21-30 from North America, Israel and around the world … work for social change in top NGOs in India & Israel.” (Final deadline is July 31, 2012 but there are bonuses for applying sooner)

Year-round internships

Career Israel Internship Program – “…internship placements in leading companies and organizations in the private and public sectors in Israel in every field including: Law, Medicine, Media, Economics, Politics, Public relations, Education, Social Work, Engineering, Computer science, Advertising, Business, and more…”

Masa Internships in Israel – for young Jewish adults ages 18-30. “Internship fields include: architecture, advertising, arts, athletics, business, co-existence, education, engineering, environment, fashion finance, health, hospitality, journalism, law, marketing, music and entertainment, politics and international relations, public policy, public relations, science and technology, social action, social justice, social work and more.”

The Magshimey Herut Internship Program – only Jews or people eligible for the Law of Return. “We have placed interns in various companies and organizations around Israel in fields including: law, theatre, engineering, sales, marketing, real estate, social work, computer science, graphic design, hospitality, politics, education, public relations, business, medicine, and more.”

Oranim’s Tel Aviv Internship Experience – for non-Israeli Jews 18-35, depending on country of origin. “You will have the chance to pursue an internship in whatever career path you choose. If you would rather take a break from the hustle-and-bustle of office work, choose a meaningful volunteer placement instead.”

Oranim’s Free Eilat Hotel Experience – for non-Israeli Jews 18-35, depending on country of origin. “Earn valuable experience in the hotel and tourism industries while living and playing in Israel’s resort city.” (no fee under certain conditions)

Oranim Short-Term Internship – for non-Israeli Jews 18-35, depending on country of origin. “Internships are available throughout the country, in every field. Head to Jerusalem and intern for an MK (Knesset Member); live beachside in Tel Aviv and work in marketing; settle in Haifa and join an international hi-tech firm – we’ll find you the right position in the right city. Internships are available for two months and longer…”

Oranim Summer Internship – similar to Oranim’s Short-Term Internship program but limited to 2.5-3 months.

Ben Gurion University Internships – for visiting students.

World Likud Internship Program – “open to young Likud supporters from around the world… the opportunity for young bright minds to actively participate in various activities of the Likud Party in Israel.” (NO FEES)

JCPA Internship Program – “The Jerusalem Center is a growing and evolving institution and intern research assistants are important to this development. Interns bring their own expertise and insight to the research, providing the center with a valuable resource.” (NO FEES, unpaid)

TASP Teaching Internship – 2-year internship teaching English as a second language “in elementary, junior high or high schools.” Apply here (PAID)

Intel Internships – for “bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral students in engineering, science, and business-related fields.” (NO FEES, PAID). If you can read Hebrew, there are more opportunities on their Students site.

Google EMEA Internships – “you should be returning to university afterward, or the internship should be a formal part of completing your studies … to maximise your chances of success we encourage you to apply as early as possible in the academic year.” (NO FEES, PAID)

OnTarget Communications Technical Writing Internship Program – “geared towards individuals who want to embark on a career as a technical writer.” (NO FEES)

MISTI MIT-Israel Internships – For MIT students and graduates. “Three-month summer internships (June-August) or longer internships (after graduation or while enrolled in a Ph.D. program) in dozens of corporations and research institutions across Israel.” The deadline for summer internships was January 26 although they say you can still contact them afterward to see if anything is still available.

Gvahim Young Leaders – Internship Program – applicants should be at least 21 years old and have studied at least 3 years. Participants all get free Hebrew classes and events “such as meeting with Israeli leaders or visiting successful companies.” There are 4 sessions each year (beginning Jan.1st, March 15th, June 1st and Sept.1st) so apply asap to get in to the next one. (NO FEES, monthly stipend)

5 tips on finding more Israel internships

1) Career Israel’s Internship Search

Search Career Israel’s regularly-updated internship listings (will open in a new window)

2) Israeli universities

Search their websites for the word “internship”:

3) LinkedIn

Search LinkedIn for Israel-based people with the keyword “internship” in their profiles. Results will include internship coordinators and former interns, both of whom might be able to connect you with a new opportunity.

Click here to search now (the results will appear in a new window or tab)

4) Ask companies directly

Many companies, especially large multinationals, offer internships in Israel.

Simply google “company name + Israel + internship”

5) Talk to your local Israel chamber of commerce

Here’s a long list of them:

56 Israel Chambers of Commerce for Jobs in Israel or Abroad

Question of the article

Know of any other internships I should add to the list? Tell us in the comments.

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Use Your Job Strengths For A Faster Job Search

Jacob Share — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:30:13 +0000

Trying to stand out in a crowd is not always the best way to stand out.

This got me thinking

I was once chatting with an old friend of mine about his dating struggles. Or rather, struggles about his lack of serious dating.

In his late 30′s, single and wanting very much to start a family, he felt the pressure mounting as time crept on. As a result, he began looking for new ways to meet that special someone.

Later that year, he signed up to a major dating site and spent 3 months meeting site members whose profiles showed that they had similar interests.

Unfortunately, the 3 months went by without him meeting anyone significant which, although he didn’t say so, only made the situation seem more desperate.

However, when I asked him why he thought it didn’t work out, he responded with 2 key insights to dating websites:

How good you look in your profile picture will decide whether people continue reading your profile
When a better-looking person is potentially just one click away, you need to look great to keep people from clicking too quickly

Although he’s a decent-looking guy, he didn’t stand much of a chance in that situation.

The lesson learned:

If you want success, put yourself in a place where you’re likely to have success.

My friend’s experience with the dating site taught him that to find his wife, he will need to go places online and offline where:

his strengths will stand out relative to the others around him, and
his strengths will be most attractive to the woman he’s hoping to meet

Job search is very similar to dating.

Just as my friend spent a lot of time not finding “the one”, many people work too hard in their job search not finding the one job that they need, not getting results that match their efforts, and all too often the reasons are the same ones that frustrated my friend’s online dating adventures.

Sound familiar?

3 Steps to Make Your Job Search Easier

Here’s how you can turn the situation around.

1) Uncover your comparative job strengths

Don’t pay lip service to this! Spend time thinking about what you’re good at and make a list, because writing forces people to think.

Look for the strengths that are particularly important in your profession. Then, focus on your comparative strengths e.g. lots of people read well, but how many people read at a rate of 10 pages per minute? Think back to compliments that people have given your work, and reread your LinkedIn Recommendations (or any other kind).

Finally, practice talking about these strengths to get comfortable as you sell your abilities to employers who want to ~~buy~~ hire.

2) Discover where your job strengths matter most

In which industry, in which town, in what role are your strengths most likely to make you stand out as a must-hire candidate?

Time for some research.

Comb the news, both industry and local, listen on relevant Facebook pages and LinkedIn groups, ask industry heavyweights via Twitter or attention-getting comments on their blogs, and prepare to redesign your job search.

3) Build your job strengths

Now it’s time to combine 1) and 2).

With the information about job market demand for your strengths, prioritize your list by ranking which of your comparative strengths are most attractive to potential employers.

Then, look for ways to improve those critical strengths so that you will stand out even more in comparison to other candidates.

Too many job seekers get to a point where it seems there are no openings left, and these tips should open up new directions and new leads.

Question of the article

How did you discover one of your strongest job strengths? Tell us in the comments.

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Job Search at Work? 5 Must-Read Tips

Jacob Share — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:00:12 +0000

Put less pressure on yourself by job searching while employed.

This is a guest post by Dave Thomas. If you’d also like to guest post here on JobMob, follow these guest post guidelines.

There are always individuals with jobs who for one reason or another choose to search for a different position.

When those cases arise, it behooves the individual to be as discreet as possible so that their present employer is not privy to their search, something that in the end could cost the employee their present job.

The last thing you want is to really need to search for a job because you just lost your current job due to wasting the employer’s time.

So when you feel the need to get another position while presently employed, keep these factors in mind:

1) Your stock is higher presently employed

Being employed increases your value as you seek another job.

Keep in mind that some employers will view your present job experience as worthwhile to them, given you should be up to speed on the current trends and needs if you are looking to switch professions within the same industry.

2) Don’t leave job search footprints for others to find

When you are gainfully employed and looking for other work, your time available is less, given you have responsibilities to your present employer. That simply means that you should not be making calls, sending emails or faxes, running off copies of your resume on the office printer etc. while at work. Use your lunch time or time outside of work to do the necessary activities to finding another position.

3) Utilize former employers as references

Given that it would be uncomfortable to use your present employer as a reference or background check, turn to past employers, associates, etc. to give you a positive recommendation. Also do not use current co-workers as references no matter how much you trust them or value their friendship.

4) Keep your routine the same

Do not all of a sudden show up in a suit and tie at work if you’ve worn jeans and a t-shirt every day of your employment. Do not appear to have a new-found fascination with the copier or fax machine if you have rarely used them before. Lastly, don’t go gossiping around the office, no matter who you think you might be able to trust, regarding your job search. Remember, loose lips sink ships.

5) Don’t send out resumes when you do not know the source

It is not uncommon for job ads, especially those online, to come with a P.O. Box or generic email with which to reply. For all you know, it could be your present employer posting an advertisement for help. Make sure you know the source of the help wanted advertisement so that you’re not caught inappropriately sending a resume to your current employer. If you do, chances are you will hear about it.

Bonus tip

6) Review why you’re looking for a new job in the first place

While it does certainly occur in offices everywhere, stop and ask yourself why you are looking for a different job in the first place. It could be for more money, the opportunity for better growth, an issue with a co-worker or boss, etc. Make sure leaving your present job is in your best interests, especially if you have built up seniority, have possibilities for advancement in time, etc.

While searching for a job can be a full-time job in and of itself, knowing how to go about it when gainfully employed will make the experience a little easier to stomach.

Question of the article

Do you know someone who is searching for a job while employed? How is it harder or easier for them? Tell us in the comments.

About the Author

Dave Thomas, who covers workers compensation among other subjects, writes extensively for Business.com, an online resource destination for businesses of all sizes to research, find, and compare the products and services they need to run their businesses.

If you liked this article, you’ll also enjoy Reader Question: Job Searching at Work?

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15 Conversation Starters That Make Networking Events Great

Jacob Share — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:00:05 +0000

Beat the biggest problem people have with networking events.

Some ideas on how to break the ice at your next networking event or just on the street.

After a recent all-day conference, I was about to head home when a friend there, Natasha Shine of Rounds, said she was on her way down the street for the evening networking event at another all-day conference.

“Well… I’m pretty tired,” I told her.

“Come on, you’ll meet a lot of entrepreneurs,” she pushed back, and that was all it took.

Good thing I went.

I did meet a lot of entrepreneurs, including some in the job search and recruiting industries, plus others who were able to give me business feedback or even contact information for other people or companies that might be useful for me.

How did I do it?

Look for people who were standing alone so I wouldn’t need to interrupt any conversations
Start the conversation by asking how the conference had been, since I had been up the street at the first all-day conference

That’s it. It was an easy question to answer, and for the few people who had also missed the first part of the day like myself, they would just reply by asking how my own conference had been.

How to get the conversation started

For some people, reaching out to strangers comes naturally. For others like myself, it took practice and time to build up confidence to the point where I now enjoy it instead of getting anxious about it.

Things get a lot easier when you have an opening question that works, and once you realize that often the stranger in front of you is also looking for a way to reach out to you too, and is hesitating for the same reasons you are.

That alone is an interesting conversation starter: “Isn’t it funny how we’re both trying to think of something to say first?”

Here are 14 other conversation starters to use when the time is right:

1) Keep it simple, introduce yourself and offer a handshake. “Hi. My name is … . What’s yours?”

2) If they’re wearing a nametag, ask them about their name.

3) If they’re wearing a nametag, say “Hi … . What do you do?” This isn’t my favorite opening line, but you’ll always get an answer.

4) Look for something you have in common with the person, and ask a related question. At the very least, ask what they think of the event you’re both attending, whether you’re referring to the speakers, the topics, or even just the room you’re in.

5) If the person has something very different about them, such as being a member of the opposite sex, much older/younger, etc., ask them for their specific point of view on an issue at the event i.e. “as a woman, how do you feel about the …?”

6) Ask what inspired them to come to the event.

7) If you recognize the person from the brochure for the current event, say so and ask them about their role in the event.

8) If you recognize the person from somewhere else such as a previous seminar, tell them so, and ask them if they liked that other event.

9) If you’re at an event with many foreigners, ask where they’re from.

10) If you’re at an event with many foreigners, ask what they think of the location.

11) If you’re at an event for a professional association, ask what made them become a member when they did.

12) Compliment them, but only if you really mean it. Women love this, and love doing it e.g. “I love your hair/watch/purse/etc.”

13) If they have a personal brand accessory, ask the first question that pops into your mind when you see it.

14) If you have a personal brand accessory, ask them what they think about it.

Bonus suggestion

15) If there’s food or refreshments, offer to get them something.

From another friend of mine, career strategist Tim Tyrell-Smith:

“You find and connect with people when your eyes meet theirs. You make a connection with your eyes, smile and approach with confidence. And then you kick things off with a question. A starter or introductory question needs to be open ended so that the other person is given a wide berth in which to answer. To put their own spin on things. Everyone likes to give their ideas and opinions. The question also needs to be genuine.”

Try these ideas as soon as you can, and you’ll start to get comfortable with which ones work best for you.

You’ll know things have changed when other people start asking how it’s so easy for you to start a conversation.

I originally published a version of this article on the terrific Personal Branding Blog.

Question of the article

Which conversation starter has worked well for you? Tell us in the comments.

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Were You Laid Off or Fired? Why It Matters

Jacob Share — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:00:01 +0000

Stop shooting yourself in the foot.

This article is brought to you by JP Morgan. Would you want a technology career at JP Morgan?

Fired vs. Laid off: What’s the difference?

The word ‘layoff’ gets thrown about very easily, especially when times are tough and the unemployment rate is high, but getting laid off and getting fired aren’t the same thing.

Getting fired – when a person is let go from a company, often due to their poor performance, without any hope of being rehired

Example: if he hadn’t resigned first, David Sokol probably would have been fired by Berkshire Hathaway for violating their ethical code of conduct by buying shares in a company that he knew Berkshire would purchase.

Getting laid off – when a person is let go from a company, usually due to their company’s poor performance, with the possibility of being rehired if the company’s performance improves

Example: my entire team of web developers and I were laid off in early 2006, as my employer hoped to save money by outsourcing our work.

When I was laid off, it took me a little while to feel comfortable talking about it, and that was after knowing the layoff was coming for over 6 months (!).

However, once I got used to the idea that the layoff wasn’t my fault and I couldn’t have prevented it, it became a lot easier to answer every job interviewer’s 2nd question of “why did you leave your last company?” (the 1st question being “how are you doing today?” of course).

Why you’re not allowed to be embarrassed about your layoff

Here’s what I mean.

I regularly encourage job seekers to blog as a great way to build their personal brand by showing off their expertise, meeting and networking with new professional contacts, learning new skills and improving old ones, etc., and hopefully even attracting the attention of their eventual employer. I try to do my part as a blogger by inviting and allowing job seekers to come guest post here.

I was once contacted by one such job seeker who had successfully blogged his way to a job. Now that he was working, he wanted me to remove any mention of him from his layoff-connected guest post. Of course I respected his wishes and anonymized the article, but I also told him:

“I don’t think this is a good move. There’s no reason to be embarrassed by having been laid off. And, by covering up your job search achievements – and guest posts of this quality are such achievements, proof of continued productivity, expertise and more – you’re essentially creating more of a resume gap.”

This guy had done a good job on his job search and now he wanted to sweep this success under the rug, because he still hadn’t overcome the embarrassment of why he was on the job search in the first place.

Why is this a bad idea?

Aside from the reasons I gave him in my reply, there’s one more that’s a secret of good employers.

Good employers are always a little worried that their good employees will leave them, and to prevent that from happening, the employers go the extra mile to keep those employees happy.

If the proof of your successful job searching abilities are available for all to see, your employer will know that you’ll be less hesitant to leave than your colleagues, and as a result, your employer will go that extra mile to keep you.

Question of the article

Are you embarrassed about your layoff? Why? Tell us in the comments. If you don’t want to leave your name, that’s fine.

I originally published a version of this article on the terrific Personal Branding Blog.

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The Top 11 JobMob Articles of 2011

Jacob Share — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 20:34:43 +0000

A visual look back at the JobMob articles enjoyed most in 2011.

Enjoy!

1) How To Make Your Own Cool Facebook Resume

2) 50 Most Creative Recruitment Ads in the World

3) 111 Smart Resume Section Headings and Titles

4) 125+ Creative Business Card Designs That Make You Unforgettable

5) Not Just For Students: Where to Apply for Internship Programs in Israel in 2011

6) 7 Life-Changing Job Trends You Need to Know About

7) 7 Company Research Tips Before The Job Interview

8) 55 Hidden Job Finding Tips WITHOUT Using Social Media

9) 10 Good Things To Do While Between Jobs

10) 10 Ways to Build a Killer Web Presence Without Social Networking

11) 26 Awesome Resume Mind Maps to Inspire You

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20 Creative Job Names Explained So You Don’t Miss Out

Jacob Share — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 18:00:28 +0000

It would be a shame to skip a great opportunity because someone in HR was trying too hard.

This is a guest post by Isaac Bullen. If you’d also like to guest post here on JobMob, follow these guest post guidelines.

Dreaming of a career change? Be careful of what you wish.

Check out these amusingly deceptive job titles along with their actual descriptions, including average pay rates from ehow.com, and companies currently hiring for some of these positions.

Job titles you haven’t seen before

1. Title: Knob Head (seriously!)

Description: Transportation specialist. Ok, I remember being derogatorily called this name as a young person. Who knew that with the right training a person could actually grow up to be one?

Average Pay Rate: $44,000/year

2. Title: Ideation Director

Description: Marketing Executive. Idea + Generation = Ideation? This is why the marketing people should not be left unsupervised for long periods of time.

Average Pay Rate: $120,070/year

3. Title: Integration Synchronicity Specialist

Description: Systems Engineer. It looks like the technology department has fallen prey to the marketing department’s “ideations.”

Average Pay Rate: $90,000/year

4. Title: Business Communications Conveyer

Description: Courier. It’s honest work for those who do not want to be stuck in an office. The dream job tends to sour on bad weather days, however.

Average Pay Rate: $25,710/year

5. Title: Public Sanitation Technicians

Description: Garbage Collector. This has to be the most under-appreciated job on the planet.

Average Pay Rate: $29,000/year

6. Title: Office Hygiene Control Specialist

Description: Cleaner/Janitor. Again, this is honest work for those who want a physically active job and the opportunity to snoop around offices after hours.

Average Pay Rate: $21,970/year

7. Title: Office Administration Facilitator

Description: Office Orderly. If you are fortunate enough to have obtained such a cushy position, just be thankful for the moment. With companies downsizing and managers expected to multi-task, the office orderly may be an endangered species.

Average Pay Rate: $28,136/year

8. Title: Theft Prevention and Surveillance Officer

Description: Watchman/Security Guard. As long as wealth distribution officers or thieves as they are so disrespectfully called exist, the good security guard will always remain employed.

Average Pay Rate: $52,000/year

9. Title: Dreams Fulfiller

Description: Financial Services Consultant. According to the “Occupy Wall Street” crowd, the financial services industry may indeed have made someone’s dream come true at the expense of 99% of Americans representing the middle class.

Average Pay Rate: $81,802/year

10. Title: Printed Document Handler

Description: Typist. Yes, this occupation still exists usually in the form of a court clerk or data entry analyst. To be competitive in this field, one has to be extremely fast and accurate. I’m talking smoke coming from your fingers fast!

Average Pay Rate: $43,000/year

11. Title: Change Catalyst

Description: Business Executive. Lately “change” in business equates to layoffs. I’d venture to call this position the “termination catalyst.”

Average Pay Rate: $110,550/year

12. Title: Bat Cave Scavenger

Description: Fertilizer collector. This job requires identifying a bat habitat and proceeding to collect the bat’s poop. The bat’s guano is supposed to be a rich source of natural fertilizer. This position was featured on “Dirty Jobs” with Mike Rowe. This is clearly a very nasty career choice and no cool, black “bat mobile” is included.

Average Pay Rate: Unknown; pay may vary by bat cave.

13. Title: Food Preparation Officer

Description: Cook. This is one of my most esteemed professions.

Average Pay Rate: $40,000/year for a specialty food service catering cook.

14. Title: Office Access Control Specialist

Description: Receptionist. This is the infamous door keeper dreaded by outside sales professionals.

Average Pay Rate: $25,095/year

15. Title: Family Environs Upkeep Manager

Description: House Maid. An even more politically incorrect description would be simply “Mom.” For the record though, the description is officially “housekeeper”.

Average Pay Rate: $21,840/year

These last 5 positions with funny job names are from companies which are hiring.

16. Title: PHP Ninja

Description: Web Application Developer

Average Pay Rate: $60,000/year

Hiring Company: SurfMerchants LLC

17. Title: Vision Clearance Engineer

Description: Windshield Replacer

Average Pay Rate: $50,000/year and up

Hiring Company: Redline Executives

18. Title: Nutritional Intervention Advisor

Description: Weight Loss Consultant

Average Pay Rate: $19,000/year

Hiring Company: Jenny Craig

19. Title: Tonsorial Artist

Description: Barber

Average Pay Rate: $19,998/year and up

Hiring Company: Baxter Finley Barber and Shop

20. Title: Canine Relocation Specialist

Description: Dog catcher also known as animal control.

Average Pay Rate: $34,020/year

Hiring Company: State and local governments

Did the lists inspire a career change or a sigh of relieved contentment for your current position? At the very least, you may be tempted to revamp your resume using some of these creative titles.

About the Author

This article was compiled and written by Isaac a blogger who writes for a number of UK businesses including AON Hewitt, a business who specialise in employee benefits and auto enrolment. Isaac spends much of his spare time reading blogs like JobMob and cycling when the weather permits. His LinkedIn profile is available at http://www.linkedin.com/in/ibullen.

Question of the article

What’s the strangest job title you’ve ever seen for your own profession? Tell us in the comments.

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The 51 Best Job Search Blog Posts of 2011

Jacob Share — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 12:31:54 +0000

The most popular job search bloggers share their most popular job search blog posts of 2011.

Enjoy!

Top Job Bloggers’ Most Popular Articles of 2011

	Rich DeMatteo: 50 Killer Questions For Job Seekers To Ask On Interviews
	Rosa Vargas: The Resume : From The Employer’s-Eye View
	Hannah Morgan: 25 Habits to Break if You Want a Job
	Alison Doyle: Job Interview Questions and Best Answers
	Julie Walraven: The secret to getting calls and offers from employers
	Jessica Merrell: The STAR Job Interview Technique
	Dorlee M: 20 Interview Questions Every Social Worker Needs to Know
	Susan Strayer: It’s You.
	Mark Stelzner: How To Talk To A CEO
	Phyllis Mufson: Beating Boomer Bias: Being Visibly Up-to-Date
	Melissa Cooley: Three Ways to Add Value to a Company before Getting Hired
	Alison Green: here’s an example of a great cover letter
	Wendy Terwelp: Networking: How to Remember Names
	Anna Farmery: Your First Task Each Morning ..For A Successful Career
	Tim Tyrell-Smith: 10 Signs You Are Being Lazy On LinkedIn
	Gayle Howard: Changing Careers: Not for the Faint Hearted
	Chris Perry: 5 Points to Remember When Writing Your Thank You Letter
	Dawn Bugni: Are you positive about your job search?
	Erin Kennedy: What Do HR Managers look for in Executive Level Talent?
	Meg Guiseppi: 16 Ways to Stay Motivated in Executive Job Search
	Miriam Salpeter: Why should we hire you?
	Barbara Safani: Arnold Schwarzenegger and Other Famous Affairs With the Boss
	Cindy Kraft: Dump Resolutions, Embrace Good Habits
	Deb Dib: Top Tips for the Best CEO Resume
	Eve Tahmincioglu: Temporary Workers = Corporate crack
	Dawn Rasmussen: Believe In Yourself: Anything Is Possible
	Andy Headworth: 5 Things you absolutely, definitely and positively must not put on your LinkedIn profile
	Jenny Foss: A brilliant cover letter example (one that worked, immediately).
	Sital Ruparelia: Finished At Fifty? 10 Job Search Tips For The Over 50s
	Laurie Ruettimann: The Ladders Is The Single Biggest Piece Of Crap
	Jeff Lipschultz: Do You Know Who Has Your Resume?
	David Perry: Reason # 3 You Inc. – Top 10 Reasons Occupy Wall Street Protestors Can’t Find a Job
	Dan Schawbel: 5 Reasons Why Your Online Presence Will Replace Your Resume in 10 years
	Career Alley: 4 Tips for Getting a Job
	Susan Ireland: When Is a Good Resume Like Swiss Cheese?
	Jennifer McClure: 5 Mistakes Recruiters Make on Twitter
	Pamela Slim: Blow up traditional careers in favor of bodies of work
	Mark Babbitt: 7 Words I Never Want to See on Your Resume
	Karalyn Brown: Read this before you apply for a government job…
	HR Bartender: Don’t Buy a Suit For an Interview
	Grace Kutney: Resume Phrases – Tutoring
	Recruiting Animal: Alex Levit – Blind Spots
	Jim Stroud: How to Search Job Boards You Never Heard Of
	Jason Buss: BeWare of BeKnown from Monster.com – on Facebook
	Donna Sweidan: 7 simple updates to your Linkedin profile (and how they can transform your job search).
	Heather R. Huhman: 5 Things to Say in a Job Interview
	Lindsay Olson: 3 Things You Can Do with a Degree in PR or Communications
	Andrew Rosen: 11 Gifts for Coworkers That Are Cheap and Neutral
	Susan P. Joyce: Part 2: Implementing Your Job Search: Tapping the Hidden Job Market – PUSH
	Jorgen Sundberg: Social Media in Recruitment – How Far is Too Far?
	Jacob Share: How To Make Your Own Cool Facebook Resume

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9 Tips for a Surprisingly Helpful Hobbies & Interests Resume Section

Jacob Share — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:00:43 +0000

Why you might include the one resume section that most people don’t.

This is a guest post by Martin Demiger. If you’d also like to guest post here on JobMob, follow these guest post guidelines.

Most people think that a hobbies and interests resume section is a silly addition, but that’s only true if you include silly hobbies and interests.

It can actually be a very helpful addition to showcasing who you are, your personality and your capacity for work.

Potential employers will appreciate that you put in the extra effort to tell them a little bit more about who you are as a person.

Why have a hobbies and interests section?

1) Stand out

Most people do not list their hobbies and interests on their resume, so this alone will immediately make your resume different.

2) Present potential interview topics

You’re opening up topics of discussion if you’re contacted for an interview.

3) Prove you’re well-rounded

Hobbies and interests can show off how likable you are and how easily you’ll mesh with future colleagues.

But what to include?

Not just any hobbies and interests

1) Be relevant

If the job you’re seeking and your hobbies or interests coincide, don’t be afraid to play that factor up.

For example, if you are applying to a restaurant for the job as a chef or even a cook, list that you are passionate about cooking and food and devote a lot of your spare time to the kitchen.

2) Be relatable

Put your hobbies and interests that you think a potential employer will relate with the most, and this may need to change from employer to employer.

3) Be honest

Don’t just list things to try and impress a potential employer. If you end up interviewing for or even getting the position, any lies will probably come back to haunt you.

4) Be authentic

You should be able to discuss and demonstrate your interests. This may sound cliché, but be ready to show off your skills if asked. If you listed “reading”, be able to talk about the last few books you’ve read and share your thoughts with potential employers.

5) Be positive

Add the hobbies that come across as a positive and fun use of your down time.

For instance, if you enjoy playing poker, it shows that you like to be mentally engaged and utilize strategy. Sports are also a great hobby to include, as it shows you’re active, like to exercise and are a team player.

6) Be passionate

If it interests you, your eyes will light up when you talk about it and employers will take notice.

If you love rock climbing, share it on your resume. Not only is it athletic and impressive, but it highlights your sense of adventure and willingness to take risks — something that a future employer may appreciate.

7) Be unique

Instead of saying “reading” is an interest, be specific about what you love to read, whether it is a specific author or time period. For instance, don’t just say that you enjoy Shakespeare – be specific about which works move you the most.

8) Be concise

You don’t want to bore the employer by going on and on. Keep it short and sweet yet informative — this could be the difference between getting your foot in the proverbial door or getting your resume filed with a ton of others.

9) Don’t skip it on application forms

If applying for a job via an application form, do not leave the hobbies and interests section empty as potential employers can view this negatively. Inversely to the above, it says to an employer that you are not very well-rounded, don’t like to open up personally and may not be a good asset to their team of employees.

Now some more suggestions of hobbies and interests to include and why.

Examples

Reading

This shows you like to be mentally stimulated and have an imagination. Mention latest, most relevant book.

Traveling

Tells an employer you are not afraid to venture out into the world and experience new things. Mention most relevant recent destination/event.

Music

Music is something that everyone has in common, so it’s a no-brainer to include it in the hobbies and interests section of your resume, but mention which kinds of music.

The more you tell a possible employer about yourself, the better odds that your resume will stand out among others in getting you the interview and ultimately, the job.

About the Author

This article was brought to you by Martin Demiger from free resume builder Resumesimo.com.

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After reading this article, will you add a hobbies & interests section to your resume? Tell us in the comments.

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56 Israel Chambers of Commerce for Jobs in Israel or Abroad

Jacob Share — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:00:40 +0000

A key resource for finding a job between Israel and another country or state.

Chambers of commerce are a way of grouping companies together typically by location and/or industry.

How are chambers of commerce useful for job seekers? Here are 20 Chamber of Commerce Tips To Find Jobs Here or Overseas (you might want to read that first and then come back here).

With that in mind, here is the most complete listing of all Israel chambers of commerce in the world and if we missed one, tell us in the comments below and we’ll add it.

The list is organized first by continent, and then by alphabetical order. Click any of these links to jump directly to the continent most relevant for you: