Hey all, this seems to be the most active job forum I found so
far. (one where real people exchange ideas not just something full
of "work from home, get rich quick" junk)
Anyway... I had some questions maybe you guys would be kind
enough to point me in the right direction or give some input on the
situation.
Six months ago I was looking at jobs in Singapore for a 6 month
visit on a Work Holiday Programme. Basically it would give me the
right to work legally for six months while traveling the region as
well. I have done a stint in Australia for twelve months in 2009,
enjoyed it a lot and wanted to try Singapore as well, since I liked
it on a stop over to Europe before.
I had a job in NYC while looking for work in Singapore and with
my luck did not even receive a single response to all the resumes I
was sending out. It seemed awkward to me but we were in a recession
and I had a job, so when I didn't find anything I simply stayed in
NY. Business has slowed down a lot in the US so while I have
downtime I would like to give Singapore another shot.
I have again started researching heavily jobs in Singapore and
intend to apply for the Work Holiday Programme again... but after a
few days of intense search, I am again failing to generate any
response. Now I know my resume is not terrible, I have 10 years
working experience in the luxury Transportation field and a year
experience working in Construction specifically Surveyor/Digital
Measurements work. It is experience that I would think should be in
demand. I also have a Masters degree in Information Systems as well
as dual Bachelors. So I would hope I am qualified for
something.
Any idea why I am getting snubbed by potential employers in
Singapore? I am going to come to the country and work
legally. I have read much about short term contracts so its
not like I'm applying for jobs that I don't intend to
keep. What gives?
Suggestions and ideas would certainly be much appreciated!