08.15.10
Posted in Jobmarket at 5:25 pm by admin
I am always stunned of what a variety of jobs exist….and never sure why so many people still have a hard time finding a job. I know that the economy is still down, but even if I am a Fitness buff, who likes the gym, tanning and so on… I still can find a job in the Fitness industry.
The home fitness industry seems to be resistant to a declining econonomy. More than ever people order Fitness Equipment online or just head in the gym.
Smoothfitness for examle is looking for Technicians, who can troubleshoot electro mechanical issues and work with a minimum supervision.
Hell…..what job can be better than that. You are able to hang out with hot girls in a gym, get to work out for free and have no supervision.
Another job I saw is Fitness “animateur” (sound French) in the Robinson Club. Not only get you hot and rich girls, but also can see them in bikinis.
Well whatever…just another rant on this blog.
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02.23.10
Posted in Jobmarket at 8:14 pm by admin
It’s pretty cool to see what jobs are out there. Monster has a pretty interesting job for a geologist, whhose role will manage the geological and metal resources.
For the average Joe this probably means that the are looking for someone, who will plan and stragetize a diamond or gold mine.
Not really unusual, but the reqquirements are pretty interesting as well:
Modeling Geologist – Mine – Kennecott Utah Copper
Kennecott Utah Copper Corporation (KUCC), a world-class mining and mineral processing company, in Salt Lake City, Utah, is searching for a Modeling Geologist to work in the Geologic Services group at its Bingham Canyon Mine.
The Modeling Geologist role will manage (create, update, and review) the geological and metal resource models. These models are critical in understanding and planning the extraction of the resource.
Additional duties include:
- Manage and update geologic/structure model with new drillhole/mapping information quarterly.
- Update of the 3D geologic solid model yearly.
- Review and update geologic model with blasthole assays weekly
- Manage borehole location, deviation, geologic and assay information with current models.
Verify data loaded into databases.
- Modify mine geology model to geology pit mapping and geological updates completed by
the mapping team.
- Process of the Adamtech imagery. Create 3D models from images.
- Assist in yearly resource model updates.
- Geologic pit mapping.
- Develop and maintain appropriate project documentation
.
- Perform special projects; e.g. slope audits, drilling supervision, generation of
geologic cross sections, etc.
- Interact with mine groups: geologists, mine engineers and planners, geotechnical engineers,
Rio Tinto T&I, Resource Development, etc.
- Liaise with third party consultants, Rio Tinto T&I, and technical consultants.
- Work in safe manner and promote safety culture through company programs.
- Participation in the Rio Tinto Collaborative Forums.
Qualifications:
- BS Degree in geology or related field
- 3 years relevant geological and mining experience
- 1-2 year relevant geologic modelingExperience in mine geology modeling
- Experience in open pit mine environment
- Familiarity with porphyry-Cu geology setting preferred
Not sure what this means…but always surprising of what jobs are out there.
Here the full listing in case you want to apply:
http://jobview.monster.com/Modeling-Geologist-Mine-Kennecott-Utah-Copper-Job-Salt-Lake-City-UT-US-86380329.aspx
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02.06.10
Posted in Jobmarket at 5:46 pm by admin
It’s interesting to see that a week after the Ipad was announced…already tons of iPad app developers jobs pop up. Of course the big game shops like EA are moving forward to launch their games on the Ipad. Also newspapers and book publishers are willing to put a ton of money down in order to grab the first guys, who are knowledgable of the system.
Here one good example from Careerbuilder:
iPhone Developer – iPhone Engineer – iPhone Game Developer – iPhone Software Engineer
We are searching for an iPhone Developer, C/C++ Developer, Game Developer with strong
C/C++ development experience or a strong graphics developer with C/C++ and OpenGL programming experience. This position will be directly responsible for developing iPhone and iPad applications.
http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?ipath=EXIND&siteid=cbindeed&Job_DID=J8C36H678G2C90LSDXF&cbRecursionCnt=1&cbsid=677d22dd434041a19be6e206ecf0f44c-318804258-JA-5
Unfortunately they did not put the salary there, but probably a great opportunity for many developers to pick up good cash. Until the next device come out….
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11.20.09
Posted in Jobmarket at 9:52 am by admin
Working in an airport hotel can be great fun for the individual who
enjoys meeting new people from different cultures and learning a few
words from a broad spectrum of languages. The hotel industry, especially the Gatwick hotels industry, requires a worker with a cordial approach and one who is
dedicated to personal efficiency, with those skills pushed to the
limits when working in a major airport hotel.
Although working at an airport hotel may be exciting at times, it is
also a high pressure position where one must be able to cope with
stressed out guests. One of the main reasons a guest chooses an airport
hotel over a downtown accommodation is for the convenience of getting
to the airport on time. During the typical guest check-out, you will
find the patron looking at his watch and exhibiting some impatience
with the final details of the exit paperwork. The front desk employee
must be sensitive to the guest’s worries and concerns about a speedy
check-out, and must be well trained to handle every emergency that
might slow down the process. If the guest seems a bit grumpy, remember
that he is not going out for a leisurely day of sightseeing, but
rather, is in a rush to catch a flight.
The airport hotel employees that receive gratuities may not have the
largest individual tips, but can make up for that with volume. This
type of accommodation remains one of the most bustling and well-booked
of hotels, offering the tipped employee a nice intake for a day’s work.
The setback to the busy hotel schedule is that an employee may be asked
to work overtime during peak seasons or when large tour groups are
checking-in. This may entail a hectic four hour addition to an already
exhausting shift, but for the professional that takes his job
personally, the hourly overage is welcomed.
Some of the best jobs at an airport hotel that pull in a tip on top of
the wages include food and beverage servers, bell hops, valets and
concierge. The steady influx of checked-in guests can be a gold mine
for those who present themselves with congeniality and a helping hand.
Unlike many hotels located in prime tourists locations, the patrons at
the airport hotels tend to be frequent and repetitive customers. This
is particularly true with business travelers who tend to stay at the
same airport-friendly location on each trip. To the seasoned
professional on the hotel team, this is your chance to build a rapport
with that client and increase your popularity and gratuities.
Life at the airport hotel may be a faster pace than the more expensive
hotels with a view, but if you remember why the guest booked that
location in the first place, you are on your way to understanding what
you need to do to make an excellent impression. Be fast, efficient, and
make their stay pleasant, and you just might be one of the reasons why
the traveling business person comes back.
Employment opportunities can be found on Hotel specific pages. Otherwise Monster and Co will make it as well.
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11.13.09
Posted in Jobmarket at 7:04 pm by admin
Sport psychology is the studying of mental and psychological conditions that influence and are affected by performance and participation in exercise, sport and physical activity. Professionals are interested in how this participation enhances personal development as well as well-being throughout life.
Someone who has a doctorate in sport psychology has many different career options. Many of these degree programs require students to focus on the psychological part of the field or sport science. Some common careers in Sport psychology are research, university teaching and consulting athletes. Most sport psychologists are currently working as university lecturers or consultants for both business and sport. A sport psychologist usually performs many tasks that are related to sports education and performance. Some choose to teach at university while others choose to work with athletes to increase their motivation and performance levels.
Sports psychology involves many topics, including motivation, considerations in injury and rehabilitation, counseling, assessing talent, well-being, exercise adherence, excellence in sport, youth sport, self-perceptions and performance enhancement. Today, there are no credentials other than a state license that is needed to practice sport psychology. Because sport psychology is not seen as a specific field within the Kinesiology or Physical Education areas, it is not a traditional field that is usually offered by psychology graduate programs
Entry-level jobs with a bachelor’s degree are not easily found and typically form into internships. Most positions require either a masters or doctorate degree as well as training and experience. There are very few graduate programs that offer specialized degrees in sports psychology so it can be challenging to decide what combination of training and experience will qualify a professional to one day be called a ‘sports psychologist’.
Pay for a sport psychologist varies greatly and is based on education, training and the area of specialization. According to the U.S. Depart of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook, the average salary for counseling and clinical psychologists is between $41,850 and $71,880. The average salary for a position in a university was $55,000 in 2001. There are some top sport psychologists that earn six-figure salaries working as consultant for athletes, but most earn a much more reserved yearly income.
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08.06.09
Posted in Jobmarket at 7:15 pm by admin
A few days ago I posted about how unemployed graduates have a hard time finding a job. And that doesn’t only cover the US. Also European and Asian graduates have an incredible hard time finding a job…in a tight job market.
Then the story of a Monroe graduate broke the news. And it seems to make it rounds:
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08.02.09
Posted in Jobmarket at 6:53 pm by admin
Being unemployed right after college is something we’ve all seen in the past months and it’s certainly depressing for those affected. Since the financial crash happened and with the economy slipped into a recession, the numbers of unemployed graduates increased worldwide.
This week an unemployed graduate, who spent more than $70.000 in tuition fees for Monroe college decided to sue her college b/c they would not help her find a job.
Obvioulsy the college defends itself and it’s probably a tough case to blame your college for not finding a job. However for a college there is a lot of money at stake.
That said…I understand the unemployed graduates frustration. Having spend $70k for tuition fees for an Information technology degree is a little bit too much.
But well….we are living in a free country.
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