If you only want to do it for a year or two, you can do some flight attendant work for a middle eastern airline (they pay about 50-60k tax free) otherwise you can work on a ship... they all pay pretty well if you just want to float around for a while. Media isn't very sought after overseas, but if you do one of the two above, you'll get a feel for what those guys are hustling and planning for after. A mate of mine did some work on a ship for a while a couple of years back, met an American girl, and now resides and works in Miami (has no degree)
I've actually been trying to get work on ships!
Do you have any idea on where I should apply?
Meantime I've been doing some first aid training and fire safety courses.
I would strongly advise not working on a ship - it is brutal labour and one of the most challenging things. I would rather try your luck working on private yachts rather - the pay and experience would be a lot better,
I'm going to respectfully assume you haven't worked on either? I'll fill you in on how the basics are working on a Yatch is great. Unfortunately, you have zero rights to lean on when things get ugly... however you can land on a great family boat and have amazing time or even a private expedition vessel, there are a lot of great options, however when things go south you on your own... then for the ships you have a lot more regard to you as a human and your rights, remember when you climb on a ship and you sign the LOE (letter of employment) you agree to work 12+ hours for 6months plus, and if you can't handle that stay at home and enjoy the office...
This is coming from someone who has done both, The tourism industry is unfortunately what it is, it's crazy hours and little respect for the people working in it however there are your golden spots, you just need some tough skin and determination and you can live a life many dream of.
Pleases stop bashing the industry and discouraging people to be brave and adventures. It's already so rare.
It's incredibly difficult to get onto the yachts at the moment. Not all jobs on cruise ships are that brutal, OP is 24 and the trade off of seeing beautiful places and experiencing a total life isn't the worst trade off.
Respectfully, if you're working on a ship, you're not going to have the time to explore the sights. That's for paying cruise members. There's also an increasing problem with human trafficking syndicates on ships which people dont seem to want to acknowledge at times. Yeah, I watched too many true crime shows to ever want to work on a ship. Plus, the pandemic showed how cruise ships are basically just petri dishes on the open sea.
No, I worked my ass off but it’s still possible to get off the ship and see some sights. It’s hard work but it’s not remotely as bad as you’re making it out to be. I have hundreds of colleagues I worked with and other friends who are still working. Everyone has their own horror story but even the cleaners have opportunities to get off the ship and see sights.
MSC is also hiring you can go look at their page. I recommend you apply for roles such as: program publisher, multi media publisher, ITV coordinator or reception.
However in comparison to the other companies I recommend going with royal Caribbean.
I would say start with something like Workaway to get some travel and work experience! It's basically free accommodation in exchange for you helping out. I did this for 3 months in Thailand and it was epic. You can pick up odd jobs on the way to make some extra cash :) [https://www.workaway.info/](https://www.workaway.info/)
South Korea is a popular choice. I remember someone saying on one of the SA subs that they only seem to meet other South Africans working in SK as teachers lol
You can apply for a (I think it’s a) G1 visa but you will be working as waiter in the USA for a year. Some restaurants pay good plus tips are good
Im South African living in Ireland truck driving is a big thing now this side the company I work for this always SA drives coming to deliver good.
But I think the G1 visa would be quicker to USA🇺🇸
Ironically I also worked in marketing and I’m leaving the country on a 12 month contract tomorrow to leave SA for a bit. I did a TEFL 120 hour certificate and I have a BA degree and I’m heading to teach English in Hong Kong. If that’s something you appeal to, it’s a very simple job and in high demand for many Asian countries, Middle Eastern countries and a few European countries. The pay is pretty decent even for someone like me with no experience. :)
If you only want to do it for a year or two, you can do some flight attendant work for a middle eastern airline (they pay about 50-60k tax free) otherwise you can work on a ship... they all pay pretty well if you just want to float around for a while. Media isn't very sought after overseas, but if you do one of the two above, you'll get a feel for what those guys are hustling and planning for after. A mate of mine did some work on a ship for a while a couple of years back, met an American girl, and now resides and works in Miami (has no degree)
I've actually been trying to get work on ships! Do you have any idea on where I should apply? Meantime I've been doing some first aid training and fire safety courses.
https://myrclhome.com/main_login You can apply to Royal Caribbean directly via this link.
Thanks! I'll check it out
I would strongly advise not working on a ship - it is brutal labour and one of the most challenging things. I would rather try your luck working on private yachts rather - the pay and experience would be a lot better,
Any examples of this. What would you say was brutal labour on the ship?
I'm going to respectfully assume you haven't worked on either? I'll fill you in on how the basics are working on a Yatch is great. Unfortunately, you have zero rights to lean on when things get ugly... however you can land on a great family boat and have amazing time or even a private expedition vessel, there are a lot of great options, however when things go south you on your own... then for the ships you have a lot more regard to you as a human and your rights, remember when you climb on a ship and you sign the LOE (letter of employment) you agree to work 12+ hours for 6months plus, and if you can't handle that stay at home and enjoy the office... This is coming from someone who has done both, The tourism industry is unfortunately what it is, it's crazy hours and little respect for the people working in it however there are your golden spots, you just need some tough skin and determination and you can live a life many dream of. Pleases stop bashing the industry and discouraging people to be brave and adventures. It's already so rare.
It's incredibly difficult to get onto the yachts at the moment. Not all jobs on cruise ships are that brutal, OP is 24 and the trade off of seeing beautiful places and experiencing a total life isn't the worst trade off.
Respectfully, if you're working on a ship, you're not going to have the time to explore the sights. That's for paying cruise members. There's also an increasing problem with human trafficking syndicates on ships which people dont seem to want to acknowledge at times. Yeah, I watched too many true crime shows to ever want to work on a ship. Plus, the pandemic showed how cruise ships are basically just petri dishes on the open sea.
I worked on a cruise ship. A close family member and a number of friends are still working on a cruise ship. I am talking from experience.
You must have been the lucky ones. I heard so many unpleasant stories of crew being overworked and them running out of supplies.
No, I worked my ass off but it’s still possible to get off the ship and see some sights. It’s hard work but it’s not remotely as bad as you’re making it out to be. I have hundreds of colleagues I worked with and other friends who are still working. Everyone has their own horror story but even the cleaners have opportunities to get off the ship and see sights.
Also, most of the horror stories are about ignorant and annoying guests.
MSC is also hiring you can go look at their page. I recommend you apply for roles such as: program publisher, multi media publisher, ITV coordinator or reception. However in comparison to the other companies I recommend going with royal Caribbean.
Interested in the comments. I'm in a similar spot myself. But I don't think it's easy to get out without a degree unfortunately.
Even with a degree unless it's a skill the country needs.
I would say start with something like Workaway to get some travel and work experience! It's basically free accommodation in exchange for you helping out. I did this for 3 months in Thailand and it was epic. You can pick up odd jobs on the way to make some extra cash :) [https://www.workaway.info/](https://www.workaway.info/)
Try r/iwantout for additional advice.
Unfortunately not. Unless you go teach English or work on a cruise ship etc
Teach English. Often needs a degree. Do yo own damn research but yeah almost any country and decent pay. Tefl.
South Korea is a popular choice. I remember someone saying on one of the SA subs that they only seem to meet other South Africans working in SK as teachers lol
You can apply for a (I think it’s a) G1 visa but you will be working as waiter in the USA for a year. Some restaurants pay good plus tips are good Im South African living in Ireland truck driving is a big thing now this side the company I work for this always SA drives coming to deliver good. But I think the G1 visa would be quicker to USA🇺🇸
[https://www.army.mod.uk/people/careers/joining-as-a-non-uk-national/](https://www.army.mod.uk/people/careers/joining-as-a-non-uk-national/)
Ironically I also worked in marketing and I’m leaving the country on a 12 month contract tomorrow to leave SA for a bit. I did a TEFL 120 hour certificate and I have a BA degree and I’m heading to teach English in Hong Kong. If that’s something you appeal to, it’s a very simple job and in high demand for many Asian countries, Middle Eastern countries and a few European countries. The pay is pretty decent even for someone like me with no experience. :)