Almost every job I have ever received came from responding to a Craigslist/Monster/Indeed.com ad. This strategy doesn't seem to work as well anymore, likely due to astounding increases in online application volume. Besides simply knowing someone at the company, what are other ways you've had success in getting interviews?
posted by kelechv on Dec 22, 2009 - 16 answers

Have you managed to turn an undergrad degree in the humanities/liberal arts into a satisfying and intellectually challenging career? Please tell me about it. [more inside]
posted by mellifluous on Nov 25, 2009 - 29 answers

I hate my job, and as long as I'm still in the job it's hard for me to look for a new one. But should I stick it out or just take my chances? I know similar questions have been asked, but the details differ enough that I hope the hive mind will not mind my asking and be able to offer some perspective. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 19, 2009 - 10 answers

I'm looking for user interface shops or departments within companies that do a particular kind of work, and that hire a particular kind of role (even if they have no jobs open right now). Do you know if they exist, and whether they're common or rare? Or, do you know how I can find out? [more inside]
posted by Other on Aug 17, 2009 - 6 answers

I think I finally understand what I like to do. So... what would I like to do? [more inside]
posted by McBearclaw on Jul 28, 2009 - 16 answers

I didn't get into grad school, but instead of vast disappointment, I feel like I dodged a bullet. Sigh, another question for someone who wants a fulfilling job, preferably not in the US, in the midst of an economic meltdown. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 27, 2009 - 9 answers

What kinds of jobs are available for tax accountants? [more inside]
posted by velvet winter on Jun 25, 2009 - 6 answers

What kind of jobs should my friend be applying for with a Master's degree in journalism and alot of "web 2.0" experience? (more inside) [more inside]
posted by Raichle on May 21, 2009 - 8 answers

What can I do with my life that allows me to support myself and doesn't make me want to watch paint dry for something more interesting?! I'm a thirty something law graduate in the UK, with oodles of work history (mainly admin / legal related). [more inside]
posted by nunoidia on May 13, 2009 - 4 answers

Is there a tactful, appropriate way to apply for an internal job posting after the submission window has expired? (And should I do so?) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 5, 2009 - 3 answers

CareerFilter: Help me figure out a path that utilizes my skill set. [more inside]
posted by anniek on Apr 24, 2009 - 7 answers

I'm an artsworker trainee who's also in the early stages of starting a new small business. I've been jobhunting like crazy but nothing's happened yet. I need to cover my living expenses. What can I do? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Apr 9, 2009 - 11 answers

What can an unskilled Computer Science student do for the summer? [more inside]
posted by sarahj on Mar 25, 2009 - 17 answers

What can I do to transition to a "green marketing" career? [more inside]
posted by so much modern time on Feb 5, 2009 - 5 answers

It occurs to me that, if pressed, I could write out maybe 100-200 jobs/careers, tops. But there must be thousands or tens of thousands. Partly out of curiosity, and partly because I'd love to know what's out there, are there any websites or free resources with a comprehensive listing of jobs and careers, including info like average salary and qualifications required? [more inside]
posted by Deathalicious on Jan 20, 2009 - 7 answers

CareerFilter: Any advice on undertaking a career change when going back to school is not an option? [more inside]
posted by kaudio on Dec 27, 2008 - 5 answers

What are some unusual ways people have employed to get employed? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Dec 20, 2008 - 13 answers

Can you help guide me in finding a mechanical engineering job after graduation? [more inside]
posted by rybreadmed on Nov 19, 2008 - 3 answers

Looking for an tips, contacts, experiences to pass on to a Dallas/FW resident interested in animal rescue. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 1, 2008 - 1 answer

I'd like to know more about positions in higher education administration. [more inside]
posted by lagreen on Sep 15, 2008 - 4 answers

What fields and jobs/careers, outside of academia and national labs, do PhD experimental and theoretical particle physicists go into? Regarding experimental physicists, I mean ones that didn't specialize in working on hardware in grad school. [more inside]
posted by Sneutrino on Jul 21, 2008 - 10 answers

What's the next step, career-wise, for an experienced PCB Designer in the SF Bay Area who is finding numerous dead-ends on his current job search? [more inside]
posted by otherwordlyglow on May 16, 2008 - 5 answers

Help me figure out what to do as a part-time secondary job, in addition to writing. [more inside]
posted by joannemerriam on Apr 16, 2008 - 6 answers

I want to take my resume to a career counselor/life coach-type person and talk about improving it. Will they really help me? And how do I find a good one? [more inside]
posted by Kronoss on Feb 25, 2008 - 9 answers

Where can I find which quantitative/technical skills are hot, and which ones aren't? [more inside]
posted by lunchbox on Feb 3, 2008 - 13 answers

Does doing anything sex-industry-related (from taking a nude photo to actually working as a prostitute or exotic dancer) actually damn you from ever living a successful life in another area? Has anyone ever managed to be known and respected in their field without falling into "OMG SHE POSED NUDE" controversy? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Jan 28, 2008 - 49 answers

Career change, midstream, to the technology field - can I have your suggestions? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 28, 2007 - 10 answers

Socially conscious business ideas for a funky media-savvy single mother? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Oct 18, 2007 - 7 answers

My boyfriend loves movies, but doesn't want to make them. What careers should he investigate? [more inside]
posted by doift on Jun 29, 2007 - 15 answers

Help me choose between two totally different jobs, my brain is going to explode! Even worse, perhans I'm an odd person, but I'm going to feel terrible telling either of these companies "No" and it's stressing me out a lot. I hate disappointing people. This emotional aspect is making it really hard for me to just quit stressing and think clearly about which makes more sense. [more inside]
posted by twiggy on Jun 9, 2007 - 8 answers

I have a good memory. What are some careers that involve memorization? [more inside]
posted by cadge on Jun 5, 2007 - 28 answers

What should I do with my life (career-wise)? [more inside]
posted by matkline on Jun 4, 2007 - 18 answers

How do I negotiate (tomorrow!) a decent salary for working part-time as a creative services manager for a successful bakery where the company wants to leverage the coolness factor of the environment and I want to leverage my years of varied experience? [more inside]
posted by FlyByDay on May 30, 2007 - 12 answers

Career in the social services, but my heart isn't in it. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 17, 2007 - 12 answers

How do you start a new life with nothing except money in the bank? [more inside]
posted by jasondigitized on Apr 11, 2007 - 12 answers

Social security numbers on job applications. I have a library user who is applying for hourly-level jobs at places that only accept online applications. A surprising number of the application sites ask for a social security number, and are set up so that unless you put nine digits in the SSN field you can't proceed to the rest of the application. [more inside]
posted by Jaie on Nov 2, 2006 - 15 answers

How can I switch into a more high-tech career? [more inside]
posted by phaedrus441 on Oct 12, 2006 - 7 answers

Advice for a first-time manager? (more inside) [more inside]
posted by rocket88 on May 17, 2006 - 8 answers

Do countries other than Canada have job-finding clubs? [more inside]
posted by acoutu on May 7, 2006 - 11 answers

What jobs are out there that pay you to travel? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Jan 27, 2006 - 14 answers

Help me get the jobs that aren't advertised. [more inside]
posted by londonmark on Sep 2, 2005 - 11 answers

Job satisfaction: How did you increase yours?

I'm interested in hearing stories about how you became happier and more satisfied with your job. Did you have a talk with the boss? Move into a different department? Change careers? Shift your thinking about your current job? Branch out? Quit? In short, what were the successful changes you made?
posted by widdershins on Jan 7, 2005 - 22 answers

Are there any good websites or books for students that are interested in finding more about what different careers in public policy are available to them? I've been looking around for some friends of mine, but have had trouble finding anything...
posted by jare2003 on Nov 28, 2004 - 3 answers

This entry from an EA Programmer's wife (via /.) details working for EA to complete exhaustion. I'm a young guy, maybe I don't know, but it seems to me that most of your 'dream jobs' like working on a video game, a magazine, advertising, etc. are completely exploited by management because it's seen as a cool job. Also, hundreds of people are waiting to take your 80-hour work week 'dream job.' Is this pretty much the sharp edge to doing what you love to do? Most jobs are pretty shitty, but it looks like anything remotely creative/cool sucks beyond measure as far as hours and stress goes. Do all of these 'cool' careers suck this bad? Is it just something that comes along with the industry, and you should just shut up about it?
posted by Stan Chin on Nov 11, 2004 - 31 answers

What do you do when your unemployment runs out? [more inside]
posted by alicila on Sep 14, 2004 - 17 answers

CareerFilter: What do I want to be when I grow up? (more--->) [more inside]
posted by Jonasio on Jun 9, 2004 - 21 answers

I've finished my teacher education program and now I want a job. I sent out resumes to every school system I was interested in and followed up with the basic "Just want to confirm you received it" blah blah blah. I've been told that, now that some systems are posting openings, I should be calling them regularly to keep them aware of my name. But... what do I say? [more inside]
posted by ferociouskitty on May 8, 2004 - 3 answers

What's the best way to change career paths? [more inside] [more inside]
posted by drezdn on Dec 21, 2003 - 21 answers