Here are some of the best job sites for job-seekers searching for
seasonal, fun, unique, unusual, and cool jobs
Are you an adventure-seeker? Looking for a seasonal job? Just want part-time employment? Need to
work a second job? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this is the place for you because
you'll find listings for cool jobs, unusual and unique jobs, seasonal jobs, odd jobs, part-time jobs, and more.
And if you decide you want to make your seasonal job permanent, be sure to read our article,
Converting your Seasonal Job to a
Permanent Position: Tips for Success.
ActionJobs.com -- a fee-based
service that claims to have job listings from more than 600 of the world's best adventure companies.
Back Door Jobs -- a guide to
short-term adventures, internships, extraordinary experiences, seasonal jobs, and more. The Website gives some
sample links, but your best bet is to buy the book,
Back Door Jobs,
which includes in-depth reviews of
thousands of perennially unique internships, seasonal jobs, and other short-term work experiences. An
excellent book and Website developed by a great guy, Michael Landes.
cooljobs.com -- a sort of clearinghouse of cool
jobs and employment possibilities. Allows job-seekers to search by category or keyword, but many came
up with no listings...and most listings simply have you go to another Website.
Cool Works -- a great site for job-seekers,
currently listing more than 75,000 job openings at national parks, amusement parks, resorts, cruise lines,
camps, ranches, and other "cool" places.
funjobs.com
-- are you looking for fun employment opportunities? Then this is the job site for you, where the philosophy is
"love your job. Love your life." Job-seekers can post your resume, search for jobs, and send your cover letter and
resume directly to the companies. Membership required. Free to job-seekers.
JobMonkey.com -- where job-seekers can find seasonal or
year-round jobs working for employers who can offer you unique opportunities to travel the world, have
fun, and earn decent money doing it. Includes such categories of employers as Alaska Fisheries, Cruise
Lines, Casinos & Gaming, Land Tours, Ski Industry, and more. Future enhancements include an agent matching
service and a job-seeker profile service. Free to job-seekers.
JobSimply --
a job site offering job listings that include part time jobs and hourly jobs in retail jobs,
hospitality jobs, restaurant jobs, teen jobs, part-time jobs, seasonal jobs, cruise ship jobs and summer jobs.
Job-seekers can search by industry, location, and keywords. Includes a nice collection of career tips. No cost to job-seekers.
Kareeve.com --
a job site with all kinds of seasonal jobs, ski resort jobs, employment and
work in European ski resorts, soccer camps, and seasonal jobs around the world.
Job-seekers can search job postings (by job type, job category, and location), but registration
is required. No cost to job-seekers.
Lifeguardingjobs.com
-- a great resource for job-seekers looking for lifeguard and other aquatic positions. Job-seekers can search
by jobs, state, and county. Free to job-seekers.
MountainJobs.com -- dedicated to bringing together
mountain employers with high quality job-seekers, where you can search for a wide variety of professional and
unusual jobs and internships and read company profiles. Free to job-seekers.
ResortJobs.com -- where you can go and search for
jobs by location or keywords and post your resume for employers to view. Free to job-seekers.
SeasonalJobs.net
-- where job-seekers looking for seasonal employment can search for jobs (by position or location)
and post your resume. Also includes additional seasonal employment resources. Free to job-seekers.
SeasonWorkers.com --
a job site covering all aspects of worldwide working travel and seasonal recruitment -- including winter resorts,
summer resorts, outdoor jobs, and TEFL positions -- where job-seekers can search job postings
(by job category and country) and then apply directly to whichever one interests you. No cost to job-seekers.
SnagAJob.com -- where students (high school and college) can
find part-time, summer, and seasonal jobs. Job-seekers can search by location or job type and then apply for the
jobs you're interested in. Free to job-seekers.
Summer Jobs -- where summer job-seekers can search by keyword
or location for summer jobs. A very nice resource. Free to job-seekers.
ThemeParkJobs.com
-- where job-seekers interested in working in the theme park industry can search for
jobs (by keyword, location, and job type), register for a job search agent, and
post your resume. Free to job-seekers.
workrover.com
-- a great site for all job-seekers seeking a part-time, seasonal, or temporary job. Job-seekers complete an "application,"
which then allows you to apply for jobs. You can also search for jobs by type, company, and driving distance.
Free to job-seekers.
