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Cool Jobs - How to Find a Cool Job

The cool jobs some people just dream of having and how to find them.
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Top Cool Jobs

The top cool jobs, what you need to know to find a cool job, and inside information about what it's really like on the job.

The Best Jobs

What are the best jobs? Let us know what jobs you think are the best and add them to our list of best jobs.

Do You Have a Cool Job?

Do you have a cool job? If you have a job that's really cool, add it to our list of cool jobs.

Advertising Jobs

Check out this list of cool advertising jobs from About.com Guide to Media Careers Rachel Deahl to see if a career in advertising might be right for you.

Alaska Fishing Jobs

Guest author Scott Coughlin shares information on Alaska fishing jobs, including how to get to Alaska, the type of jobs available, and life on an Alaskan fishing boat.

Book Publishing Jobs

If you love books, and you're interested in working in book publishing, check out this list of cool jobs from About.com Guide to Media Careers Rachel Deahl to see which career is the best fit for you.

Climbing Jobs

Guest author Brian Wiggins got bit by the rock climbing bug on a trip to Utah in 2001. It was just playing around on a few boulders, but he couldn't get enough of it. Upon his return to civilization (i.e. Philadelphia), he made it his goal to be a part of this sport in any way that he could.

CoolWorks.com

Cool Works is a job board for cool seasonal jobs and career opportunities. National parks, ski resorts, camps, ranches, theme parks, and other fun places list their job opportunities on Cool Works.

Culinary Arts Careers

Personal chef and writer Danilo Alfaro is the About.com Guide to Culinary Arts. He shares his expertise on careers in the foodservice industry, restaurant jobs, and life as a personal chef.

Disney Employment

Disney employment information including job openings, auditions, employment application information, locations, and how to apply online.

Disney Internships

Whether you choose an airborne elephant, a magic carpet or the control center of a space shuttle hurdling towards Mars, there are many ways to make dreams take flight at the Walt Disney World Resort, especially as an employee (also known as cast member.)

EFL Teaching Jobs

Guest Author Kallie Szczepanski, the About.com Guide to Asian History, shares her experiences as an EFL teacher and her insight into international teaching jobs.

Emergency Medical Service Jobs

Guest Author Rod Brouhard is a paramedic, journalist, educator, advocate for emergency medical service providers and patients, and the About.com Guide to First Aid. Rod shares his experiences as a paramedic and EMT and his insight into emergency medical service jobs

Entertainment Industry Jobs

Entertainment industry careers in front of the camera and behind the scenes.

Equine Jobs at the Race Track

There are a variety of equine jobs available at the race track or working with trainers and horse owners. Here's advice on how to find them.

Greeting Card Artist Jobs

Bob Holt is the voice of yoyo and the animator of hoops&yoyo. Mike Adair is the voice of hoops. Bob and Mike graciously shared their stories with me, including how what they do as artists and creators, how they got started, and what it's like working at Hallmark, along with suggestions on finding a job as a greeting card artist.

Indie Music Jobs

Guest Author Heather McDonald has worked in nearly all aspects of the music industry, from independent record labels to acting as manager and buyer of a record store to tour booking and show promotion. She is the About.com Guide to Music Careers.

Jewelry Design Jobs

Guest Author Tammy Powley is About.com's Guide to Jewelry Making. Tammy shares her expertise on the variety of career opportunities available, ranging from the traditional bench jeweler to the high-end accessories buyer.

Sales Coach

Sales coach and writer Robert Kennedy is the About.com Guide to Private Schools. Rob shares his perspective on sales careers, coaching, and how he landed his dream job.

Ski Resort Jobs: Ski and Snow Jobs

Ski resorts basically offer two kinds of employment, on the snow jobs and service jobs. Here's how to find the ski job that matches your interests.

Finding Your Dream Job

Even dream jobs can be hard work, but, it does make life much easier when you are doing something you love.

Fun Jobs in the Sun

Have you ever wondered how people get cool jobs? I have and I decided to spend some time talking to folks whose cool jobs in the hot sun sounded really interesting.

Casting Calls and Auditions

Casting calls and auditions offer the opportunity for would-be stars to show their talent and gain a spot on reality tv and other television shows, in films and in theater.

Hot Jobs

The top jobs employers are hiring for and where to find them.

Princess Cruise Line Employment

Princess Cruise Line information including shipboard and land-based job openings, company locations, and how to apply.

Dream Jobs - Top Dream Jobs

What's your dream job? Read about dream jobs and add your dream job to the list contributed by About.com site visitors.

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