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Types of Jobs in Turkey for Americans
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11 Oct 2007 Thu 10:29 pm |
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I apologize upfront if this is a repeat question.
I am curious about what types of jobs are available in Turkey for Americans who are educated.
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11 Oct 2007 Thu 11:00 pm |
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I'm also in a similar situation as you. I have been told by many Turkish people a secretary position most likely.  I was hoping for the U.S. Embassy. 
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11 Oct 2007 Thu 11:18 pm |
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Quoting teaschip1: I'm also in a similar situation as you. I have been told by many Turkish people a secretary position most likely. I was hoping for the U.S. Embassy. |
secretary? 
:-S why not assistant?! at least that. 
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11 Oct 2007 Thu 11:30 pm |
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Quoting teaschip1: I'm also in a similar situation as you. I have been told by many Turkish people a secretary position most likely. I was hoping for the U.S. Embassy. |
Hey Teas, maybe you can work at a resort and latch onto a rich foreigner. You already speak English 
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11 Oct 2007 Thu 11:38 pm |
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Quoting Elisabeth: Quoting teaschip1: I'm also in a similar situation as you. I have been told by many Turkish people a secretary position most likely. I was hoping for the U.S. Embassy. |
Hey Teas, maybe you can work at a resort and latch onto a rich foreigner. You already speak English |
teas not handsome 
who wants not handsome american at turkish resorts?
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11 Oct 2007 Thu 11:44 pm |
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Quoting femme_fatal: Quoting Elisabeth: Quoting teaschip1: I'm also in a similar situation as you. I have been told by many Turkish people a secretary position most likely. I was hoping for the U.S. Embassy. |
Hey Teas, maybe you can work at a resort and latch onto a rich foreigner. You already speak English |
teas not handsome
who wants not handsome american at turkish resorts? |
I was thinking that there must be men vacationing on these resorts too!! Why not put the shoe on the other foot!!
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12 Oct 2007 Fri 12:09 am |
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Not to be rude, but is anybody actually going to address my question with any amount of seriousness?
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12 Oct 2007 Fri 02:00 am |
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Quoting mey0722: Not to be rude, but is anybody actually going to address my question with any amount of seriousness? |
I think unless you are fluent in Turkish, and have some needed and very special skills not available in Turkey, you will have a very difficult time finding employment in Turkey.
There is already an unemployment issue there.
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12 Oct 2007 Fri 03:35 am |
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Quoting mey0722: I apologize upfront if this is a repeat question.
I am curious about what types of jobs are available in Turkey for someone with a Masters Degree from a U.S. University. I'm female, if that makes a difference, in my 30's. I have taught English as a Second Language at a University in the U.S. in the past, so I know I can probably teach English in Turkey, but what other types of jobs could I possibly get? Currently I work in an office at a college. With these qualifications and NO knowledge of the Turkish language, whare there any other prospects for me other than teaching?I do plan to learn Turkish, but I won't be fluent anytime soon. Also, any idea of salaries?
MANY THANKS!!
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I don't know how your writing is but you could also try your chance in journalism. There are a couple of English language newspapers (most notably Turkish Daily News.) Don't expect a fat salary though. After gaining some experience there you could look for better opportunities with international publications. You should keep in touch with other expatriates. This way you can be informed of employment opportunities much more efficiently than you would on your own.
Istanbul is not as expensive as the EU cities. Once you have learned how to do your shopping economically, you will will get by on a tight budget in this relatively cheap city. In Turkey vegetables and fruits are cheaper, electronics, liquors, energy, gasoline etc are more expensive. Cars are also a bit pricey. For example, I could have bought a Mercedes in Germany with the amount I paid on my Seat Toledo.
A very smart idea would be finding the job before coming to the country. There are lots of companies having operations in our country. If you communicate your plans about living in Turkey, something may possibly be arranged.
The US dollar has recently lost a lot of value. That's another point to consider. The rent for a mediocre apartment can be as high as 1000 YTL or about $850. If you require furniture as well it may go up significantly.
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12 Oct 2007 Fri 04:41 am |
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Quoting alameda: Quoting mey0722: Not to be rude, but is anybody actually going to address my question with any amount of seriousness? |
I think unless you are fluent in Turkish, and have some needed and very special skills not available in Turkey, you will have a very difficult time finding employment in Turkey.
There is already an unemployment issue there. |
hmmm .. are systems analysts/network admins/EDI/WMS specialists in high demand? .. 
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