Asking for a friend:
I have the opportunity to have an intern work part time (sixteen hours or about twice a week) for me and I need to figure out how compensation might work here. We're a very small business and this is the first time we've dealt with internships.
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posted by Kitty Stardust
on Jan 10, 2013 -
19 answers
How do I talk about being fired in future job interviews? Advice and encouragement needed.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 7, 2013 -
16 answers
Graduating in June with a BA Philosophy. I have two years journalism experience. I'm currently searching for jobs through my network and linkedin. Help please!
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posted by GiveUpNed
on Jan 3, 2013 -
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Can anyone recommend or suggest a good recruitment agency in Sydney (Australia) - specifically people who know about IT and engineering?
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posted by ninazer0
on Jan 2, 2013 -
5 answers
How to get out of the catch-22 of networking? I'm trying to overcome the barrier of having to give in order to get.
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posted by never nice
on Jan 2, 2013 -
16 answers
I'm looking for a quick consult with a Boston lawyer with primary in employment contract law - ideally by end of day tomorrow. I just need to run a Do Not Compete contract by them to determine legality and scope.
Please help me, hivemind!
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posted by canine epigram
on Dec 20, 2012 -
4 answers
In the next year, me and mr. desjardins are embarking on a nomadic lifestyle (in the U.S.). Given my skillset, what kinds of jobs could I do remotely? Or what kinds of temp work could I pick up while we stay someplace for 2-3 months?
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posted by desjardins
on Dec 17, 2012 -
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I'm currently in school for a 2-year degree in biomedical equipment technology (how to fix medical stuffs). While I'm going through the program, I'd like to have a part-time job that, in some way, could be a resume builder...but I also need to make semi-decent money.
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posted by SampleSize
on Dec 14, 2012 -
2 answers
I will be graduating soon and I have no idea what I want to do. I really don't want to be unemployed but it seems that way right now. What are your experiences? What helpful advice can you give me regarding on how I should proceed?
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posted by cyml
on Dec 9, 2012 -
10 answers
Four friends are embarking on a creative endeavor, which may turn into a business. We just finished making up a logo and are about to purchase a web domain. What sort of legal actions/responsibilities should we be doing to protect all parties and fulfill all legal requirements in the American state of Georgia?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 8, 2012 -
5 answers
Due to depression, I'm having a lot of trouble concentrating at work. Are there non-drug strategies that I can try?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 8, 2012 -
22 answers
I'm looking for part-time work that doesn't interfere with my schedule (M-F 9-5) is either a)temporary, b)occasional/intermittent, or c)a low # of hours? - any suggestions for fields?
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posted by aka_anon
on Dec 2, 2012 -
16 answers
I relocated to NYC and am looking for a job outside of my typical role. I think I'm going about it the wrong way - can you suggest good strategies for finding an interesting (and not necessarily tremendously lucrative) job or gigs in an unfamiliar city?
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posted by gyges
on Nov 26, 2012 -
8 answers
I'm almost nocturnal but feel almost guilty about it, and don't see it working out in the long run with a family even though it is the perfect set-up for me right now while I'm on my own still. Definitely want a family, though... Any advice or similar situations solved or coped with?
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posted by dubadubowbow
on Nov 18, 2012 -
27 answers
How can I find a teaching job in Japan, with a Masters degree in TESOL and 17 years of teaching experience? I guess this isn't your usual "I want to teach in Japan" question, since I'm qualified enough to compete in the tough market, but how do I go about it?
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posted by smilingtiger
on Nov 13, 2012 -
11 answers
I somewhat successfully moved out of
this situation...But I'm too drained to make any major moves forward, even though the urgency is much greater. Please advise.
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posted by Ashen
on Nov 12, 2012 -
36 answers
My teenager would like to find a job. What are the best resources for finding a job for a 17-year-old high school graduate in Montreal?
How about New York?
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posted by musofire
on Nov 10, 2012 -
12 answers
I applied for a contract position for a local city government. I don't know what a contract position entails, and I have a few questions for anyone with experience as a contract worker (or hiring contract workers) for city jobs.
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posted by foxinthesnow
on Nov 7, 2012 -
5 answers
I am looking for a job and am starting to work with some external recruiting firms. Do you have any suggestions/advice/wisdom for me?
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posted by radioamy
on Oct 29, 2012 -
6 answers
I've landed in a dead-end job, but it's hard for me to overcome my anxiety about retraining or changing the direction of my career. How should I perform an objective, reasonable risk-reward analysis in the face of imperfect options and information?
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posted by pullayup
on Oct 28, 2012 -
16 answers
What did you first notice about your supervisor, coworkers, subordinates, or office environment when you were about to take a job that turned out to be a negative experience?
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posted by ziggly
on Oct 25, 2012 -
69 answers
I'd like some advice on whether it's worth pursuing an ex-employer to tribunal for unlawful dismissal.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 11, 2012 -
7 answers
I declined an offer from company A to work at company B. My contract was cut short due to rebudgeting/reprioritizing projects, totally out of the left field. I ate humble pie, and asked company A if they are still looking to add to their team. They said they'll get back to me in a week. In the meantime I've been contacted by and interviewed at company C and discovered that
I love them to death. They love me. They're going to make an offer in the next few days, and I so badly want to take it. I just don't want to appear a crappy offer declining jerk to company A! Argh!
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posted by Tequila Mockingbird
on Oct 9, 2012 -
17 answers
My employment contract has the following line in it "Employees are expected to devote their whole time service to the work". Can anyone explain what "whole time service" means in respect to employment? I'm a teacher in the UK.
posted by Morsey
on Oct 9, 2012 -
9 answers
Just how tough is the minimum wages and/or temping jobs market? If I were to move to Chicago tomorrow, how long would it take me to get some sort (any sort) of employment?
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posted by geegollygosh
on Oct 7, 2012 -
11 answers
My search for an ideal job in Japan continues: To go back to America and attend the DISCO Boston Career Fair or to stay in Japan?
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posted by Kamelot123
on Oct 4, 2012 -
11 answers
I am applying for tenure-track molecular biology faculty positions in the US. My skills are also in high demand in industry. Offers for faculty jobs I apply to now should come anywhere from late Feb to early May with a lot of flexibility on how long I have for acceptance. I suppose that biotech industry positions will have a much shorter timescale from application to their decision and how long I have for mine, but I'm not entirely sure. If I want to maximize my options in the spring, when should I start inquiring about industry jobs?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 3, 2012 -
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How do I go about getting hired for a position that doesn't exist: a High School Russian teacher?
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posted by SollosQ
on Sep 28, 2012 -
20 answers
I'm a young Australian, and I want to work in Asia. How do I make that happen?
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posted by mxc
on Sep 22, 2012 -
8 answers
Graduating in December. How do I market myself to employers? Special snowflake details inside.
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posted by woodvine
on Sep 22, 2012 -
5 answers
What can I do to help prevent an employee I supervise from having to reimburse a ton of money due to an error in my supervisor's office?
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posted by Joey Michaels
on Sep 21, 2012 -
39 answers
My supervisor/thesis advisor has dropped off the face of the earth as I'm applying for jobs, so I can't count on him as a reference. How bad does this look, should I explain it in writing somewhere, and how?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 20, 2012 -
12 answers
Looking for a job and trying to figure the role and value of recruiters. Do i find one and talk with them about what sort of job I'm after? How do you find a good one?
posted by boombot
on Sep 19, 2012 -
7 answers
I was recently let go ("cost cutting") from my job as a web developer, one that I've held for well over a decade at the same employer. After they gave me the news, they mentioned the possibility of me doing work for them in the future on a contract basis and asked what I would charge them. How much is a fair amount to charge them while making sure it's worth my while?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 18, 2012 -
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Amazon insiders, and/or HR savants: I am applying for a position at Amazon, through their "Careers at Amazon" site. I notice that there are several positions listed, with different ID numbers, but essentially similar roles in the same metro area. Is it prudent, imprudent, or a non-issue to apply for all of those? Do they all go past the same sets of eyes?
posted by anonymous
on Sep 17, 2012 -
5 answers
Is it possible to be happy in a low-level office job if you're working for a cause you’re passionately devoted to?
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posted by désoeuvrée
on Sep 15, 2012 -
26 answers
For those who made the switch from temp to permanent work, what factors did you consider, what helped you decide?
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posted by glache
on Sep 13, 2012 -
8 answers
The non-profit where I work runs an employment program for teens. I've been tasked with helping to come up with content for a facebook page for this program. We'll be posting info on local job opportunities, but I'm looking for more general resources on employment & education for teen audiences. Are there any good blogs or websites? Podcasts? Youtube channels? Books worth reading & recommending? Other sources for ongoing content?
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posted by nerdcore
on Sep 11, 2012 -
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