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 Posted - 05/15/2008 : 11:36:41 AM
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No experience? No problem! The following opportunities are available to workers right of high school, technical school or college.
1. Cruiseline worker
Dishwashers, desk assistants, entertainment support staff, food stewards, shop assistants and housekeepers can all acquire sufficient on-the-job training, according to Cruiseworking.com. Although the pay isn't lucrative and the work week is long, the free room, board and traveling opportunities may sweeten the deal. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and usually need a high school diploma.
Pay: $700-$1200/month according to Cruiseworking.com
2. ESL teacher
Becoming an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher has numerous benefits, including the chance to work and live abroad. Those who want to teach English as a second language don't need experience, but they will need to earn certification through an internationally recognized ESL certificate program.
Pay: Dependent on the specific country in which one chooses to work
3. Truck driver
Truck drivers pick up and deliver everything from automobiles to canned food. They frequently work 50 or more hours a week, may or may not have regular routes and often must load and unload their own trucks. Applicants must have a clean driving record, pass a written test on rules and regulations and demonstrate that they can operate a commercial truck safely.
Pay: $20,331/year according to CBsalary.com
4. Loan officer
Loan officers examine, evaluate and authorize or recommend approval of customer applications for lines or extension of lines of credit, commercial loans, real estate loans, consumer credit loans or credit card accounts. Typically requires a four-year college degree in a related or appropriate field.
Pay: $48,318/year according to CBsalary.com
5. Technical support specialist
Technical support specialists use their computer knowledge to offer technical support, resolve problems and maintain company databases. While previous work experience isn't required, extensive computer knowledge and analytical skills are essential.
Pay: $63,993/year according to CBsalary.com
6. Medical transcriptionist
Medical transcriptionists transcribe dictated recordings made by health care professionals into medical reports, correspondence and other administrative material that eventually become part of patients' permanent files. These workers can often train on the job, but having an associate degree or certificate will increase opportunities.
Pay: $27,602/year according to CBsalary.com
6. Whitewater rafting guide
Work is often seasonal and the income is modest for most guides, but there's no such thing as an ordinary day on the job, and those who want to be challenged both physically and mentally won't be disappointed. Training is a must with this job, and guides often need CPR and First Aid certification.
Pay: $19,122/year according to CBsalary.com
7. Bartender
Bartenders fill drink orders either taken directly from patrons at the bar or through waiters and waitresses who place drink orders for dining room customers. Employers are more likely to hire and promote based on people skills and personal qualities rather than education. The pay isn't very high, but bartenders enjoy flexible hours and extra income through tips.
Pay: $17,743/year according to CBsalary.com
8. Account executive
Account executives sell or solicit advertising space in publications, on television and on the radio, among other media. Because training takes place mainly on the job, employers place less importance on a hire's experience and more on his/her self-motivation, organization, persistence and independence.
Pay: $41,690/year according to CBsalary.com
9. Studio photographer
Photographers produce and preserve images that paint a picture, tell a story or record an event. Aside from having a "good eye," imagination and creativity, applicants need a good technical understanding of photography, which they can acquire through a degree program or vocational training.
Pay: $27,850/year according to CBsalary.com
10. Movie extra
Movie extras fill in the background of movies, TV shows, commercials and music videos by standing or moving around behind the actors. Although shooting can take up to 12 hours and the work is not steady, working as an extra may be a good way to break into the acting business.
Pay: As a general rule, extras should expect to make about minimum wage with free meals, according to Moviex.com.
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