Finding a job in Cambodia; advice needed

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Finding a job in Cambodia; advice needed

Post by bvanfossen »

Hi everyone, here's my first post, cheers!

I would like to find a job there and move. Truthfully I met someone there that I'd like to give it a go with.

I'd very much appreciate suggestions, Thanks in advance!
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You have come to the right place,I know a guy who is looking for hard working guys,$3500 a month ok for you ?

Do you have any experience working on boats?

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Im 31 years old, no degree, no tefl,, no degree, full blown alcoholic, broke, will anyone in Phnom phen employ me?
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@OP, ignore some posts. If things seem too good to be true, they usually are.

Do a CELTA at ACE in Siem Reap, around $1800, you will get work easily after that.
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First: Learn the difference between "advise" and "advice".

Second: Read every post about jobs, work permits, visas, and cost of living.

Anything is possible. Good luck.
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Re: Finding a job advise needed

Post by Beerinthemorning »

Honest advice from one who has worked in cambodia in hospitality, come with at least 100USD per week for your predicted tour.

Example

3 months =1200$ USD

1 year =5200$ USD

This is on top of your salary BTW.

You need it for back up for things like

Apartment bond

Medical issues

Moto rental

Visas

Work permits
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Try to apply while you are in Cambodia, that's always better.
while my field is IT & Hospitality i have no idea about teaching English, but i hear from people online that the best way to apply is to approach multiple schools in PP or SR and give your CV, for sure you will have an opportunity.

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Re: Finding a job advise needed

Post by bvanfossen »

Thanks for all the good replies. I met a lot of ppl that teach while there and that gave me the idea, but I'd be happy doing any job that paid the bills.

I have not been home for 24 hours yet. I sure wish I knew to apply while there but I had no idea about visa's, etc. I have a lot to research.

Btw I am familiar with boats. where do I send my CV!! Lol
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Re: Finding a job advise needed

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that genius wrote: @OP, ignore some posts. If things seem too good to be true, they usually are.

Do a CELTA at ACE in Siem Reap, around $1800, you will get work easily after that.
Sound advice, thank you. I'll Google it and check it out
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bvanfossen wrote:
that genius wrote: @OP, ignore some posts. If things seem too good to be true, they usually are.

Do a CELTA at ACE in Siem Reap, around $1800, you will get work easily after that.
Sound advice, thank you. I'll Google it and check it out
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