Have you considered non-local things? I majored in creative writing and interned at a publishing company here in NYC. Not a lot of money in that field but you might find an internship.
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Not gonna bring heavy politics into it, but come on guys, unemployment isn't free money--someone pays for it. I qualify for plenty of "free" money being a student and working part time, I don't take it because I don't actually need it. Sure, I could buy a 600 gallon tank next quarter no problem, but I choose not to. If you're not desperately hurting for money and have mouths to feed, just move on.
I have never been unemployed more than a couple weeks if I've actively sought out work. Jobs at chains are easy to get... Print out one application, fill it out, make as many copies as there are stores in your surrounding area, and go drop them off. You will get interviews if you keep at it. Some of these places pay pretty well and have benefits. There is always craigslist, drop ins, and word of mouth. Tell everyone you know you're looking for work and you'd be surprised how many people might say "there's a position at my (or my friend's, brother's, husband's, etc.) work open."
Kelly, I was an English major for a while and had a paid gig in journalism. It's not easy, and it doesn't pay well for most (if it pays at all). Your best resource in that industry right now is probably going to be professors at your college--the majority of mine had worked or were currently working at well known local publications.
Ultimately I decided to pursue a different career path. I found I hate editors and writing for deadlines became a chore. Best of luck.
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I have never been unemployed more than a couple weeks if I've actively sought out work. Jobs at chains are easy to get... Print out one application, fill it out, make as many copies as there are stores in your surrounding area, and go drop them off. You will get interviews if you keep at it. Some of these places pay pretty well and have benefits. There is always craigslist, drop ins, and word of mouth. Tell everyone you know you're looking for work and you'd be surprised how many people might say "there's a position at my (or my friend's, brother's, husband's, etc.) work open."
Kelly, I was an English major for a while and had a paid gig in journalism. It's not easy, and it doesn't pay well for most (if it pays at all). Your best resource in that industry right now is probably going to be professors at your college--the majority of mine had worked or were currently working at well known local publications.
Ultimately I decided to pursue a different career path. I found I hate editors and writing for deadlines became a chore. Best of luck.
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I look at it the same way you do, ACWO. Its not exactly free money and, let's be honest, if I was THAT desperate for a job, I could have one tomorrow at McDonalds....Thanks for the insight, I will definitely remember that.
@ Mount Prion - I'll keep that in mind. I haven't considered going to a publishing company...That's a good idea...Going out of state is scary but not entirely out of the question. lol. We hear from our teachers of people who go to LA to do internships and come home to pack their things all the time...I would like to stay local for the time being cuz of the BF and our talk of marriage and house shopping but I wouldn't put it utterly out of the question.
@ Mount Prion - I'll keep that in mind. I haven't considered going to a publishing company...That's a good idea...Going out of state is scary but not entirely out of the question. lol. We hear from our teachers of people who go to LA to do internships and come home to pack their things all the time...I would like to stay local for the time being cuz of the BF and our talk of marriage and house shopping but I wouldn't put it utterly out of the question.
The money is already THERE. Plus you've already contributed to the funds for years/decade. It's not like you're going to be taxed less because Kelly chose not to claim
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even if it just takes her a few weeks to get a job, she might as well collect the taxes she's been paying for years BACK in the meantime. no sense in financially hurting yourself if the money is available.
now if you're one of those people who's pride gets in the way of taking money from the pie that you've been contributing to, then there's nothing really anyone can say. it's nothing to be ashamed of though. it's not like it's publicly broadcasted to everyone you know. it's not like you're getting food stamps, cold hard cash is directly deposited onto an atm card or a checking account of your choice.
oh and in my state, they'll continue to pay your unemployment while you go to school so that you can hopefully pay your bills while you get a better education to get a better job and contribute even more money to the pie that is unemployment
now if you're one of those people who's pride gets in the way of taking money from the pie that you've been contributing to, then there's nothing really anyone can say. it's nothing to be ashamed of though. it's not like it's publicly broadcasted to everyone you know. it's not like you're getting food stamps, cold hard cash is directly deposited onto an atm card or a checking account of your choice.
oh and in my state, they'll continue to pay your unemployment while you go to school so that you can hopefully pay your bills while you get a better education to get a better job and contribute even more money to the pie that is unemployment
And should we not collect ssi when we retire? It's something we been paying since we very first start working
I suppose you guys are right.... (*is totally one of the prideful*)
I talked to the temp service today and they couldn't tell me anything but to call back a couple times a week to see if there's work....Joy. It took me 6 weeks of waiting to get that job.... Meanwhile, I'm scheduled to chill with Mr Kiddo on Tuesdays and tomorrow and will probably pick up a Saturday here and there to make ends meet while I hunt for a new job. One that won't turn around and drop me like a hot potato....lol.
I am also working on a side project that my dad brought home the other day, I don't know what it will pay though. I'll be happy with a hundred dollars, considering the services being rendered must go for much more if done by a professional. Its work I could totally get into though. I'm having a lot of fun with it.
I talked to the temp service today and they couldn't tell me anything but to call back a couple times a week to see if there's work....Joy. It took me 6 weeks of waiting to get that job.... Meanwhile, I'm scheduled to chill with Mr Kiddo on Tuesdays and tomorrow and will probably pick up a Saturday here and there to make ends meet while I hunt for a new job. One that won't turn around and drop me like a hot potato....lol.
I am also working on a side project that my dad brought home the other day, I don't know what it will pay though. I'll be happy with a hundred dollars, considering the services being rendered must go for much more if done by a professional. Its work I could totally get into though. I'm having a lot of fun with it.
Sorry, I don't see it that way. The money is already there? We're in the red $16,000,000,000,000.
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You cannot seriously compare social security to unemployment and food stamps...
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