Been laid off and still without work? Maybe you've been too picky pouring over mediabistro, hotjobs and linkedin opportunities that will never come to pass. But there are jobs to be had, just maybe not where you were looking. Just add "intern" or "free" to any search and you'll come upon hundreds of hits. So don't let those unemployment checks go to waste and don't let the chance slip by to go out and do the things in life you've always wanted to do but couldn't do because you had a job and couldn't do them.
I mean, just check out this list of great jobs from craigslist that will hire you for free!
CONEY ISLAND FREAKSHOW SEEKS INTERN (Brooklyn, NY)
"Auditions will be held or an Intern(s) to work on stage with the Coney Island Circus Sideshow. Women, age 18-40 are encouraged to audition at Sideshows by the Seashore. Please bring a photo and brief performance resume. Please do not call."
HEART SURGEON FOR ½ DAY GIG (New York, NY)
"I need a triple bypass surgery and want to have it done ASAP. We don't have any funds at the moment, but I'll have a friend videotape the whole procedure, and you can have a copy of the DV tape. We're also planning to pitch the idea to some honchos at HBO, so you'll be in on the Ground Floor!
It shouldn't take more than 6-7 hours. No amateurs -- Experienced Heart Surgeons ONLY!"
YOUNG ASSISTANT NEED IT 4 HOUSE DUTY (Southwest, AZ)
"Looking for an intern young person (women) that help with everything in the house will provide food and a room just need to help with the cleaning of the house for more information ask for paul"
OZZY OSBOURNE GUEST WRITER EDITOR (Little Rock, AK)
"Report and Write About Everything Related to Ozzy Osbourne. No writing experience required. Just a desire and ability. I will show you where to find material. Able to do meaningful reviews as well as the ability to write about the historical and contemporary Ozzy.
Please answer this ad with the reason you should be chosen."
DAVID HASSELHOFF IMPERSONATOR (Las Vegas, NV)
"We are looking for a David Hasselhoff impersonator, with the ability to sing 'Looking for Freedom' for a German event in October."
GUARDS INTERN (Des Moines, IA)
"Never been a guard,
Always wanted to be a guard here is your chance work for us part time and or on call and learn the skills needed to move up in the world.
We understand that you may need a 2nd job and this could be it. This job could be great for people who get there kids every other weekends."
EROTIC MODEL (Bangor, ME)
"looking for sexy ladies to take sexy photos of. They will not only be exciting but will make you feel sexy and good about yourself!"
SMALL CHURCH NEEDS DRUMMER (Vestavia Hills, AL)
"We are a small church with a growing band, we have guitar, bass, keyboard, and violin but we need someone to play drums. We do 75% contemporary songs like Chris Tomlin and 25% hymns. We aren't just looking for a drummer, we need a person that is ready to serve God and help other people worship Him."
ROSE CITY ROLLERS ANNOUNCEMENT (Portland, OR)
"Provide play-by-play announcing for RCR bouts, coupled with colorful commenting with the goal to inform fans as to what is going on in the game, who the players are and why they should love derby. Tell the fans who to focus on -- play up "stars" and inherent conflict in order to help the fans feel connected to the players Know when to be quiet -- silence can have a huge impact.
Pay: Adoration of 100+ derby girls, glory of the limelight, and a flashy new resume skill"
OPEN CASTING CALL (Wasilla, AK)
"Based on the more somber aspects of life itself, "PROPER BINGE" is a dark comedy exposing the life of an alcoholic striving for sobriety after a drunken mishap threatens his best friend's life.
Burgess "Buzz" Zwink, Age: 25 to 35
He loves to drink and will be drunk for a good part of the movie... If you have no problem acting drunk wearing fake bruises and bumps (make-up) and don't mind going topless, this role is for you.
Jason Hamlin:, Age: 25 to 35
He loves to drink and will be drunk for a good part of the movie... If you have no problem acting drunk, wearing fake bruises and bumps (make-up) and don't mind going topless, this role is for you.
Brianna Larson, Age: 25 to 35
She is an ex-drinker with a lot of pent-up frustration... If you have no problem furrowing your brow and don't mind baring your back, this role is for you.
Cliff Zwink, Age: 30 to 40
He loves to drink and will be drunk for a good part of the movie... If you have no problem acting drunk and don't mind showing your rear, this role is for you.
Steve Plummer, Age: 25 to 35
He loves to drink and will be drunk for a good part of the movie... If you have no problem acting drunk and don't mind being an overbearing jerk with a potty-mouth, this role is for you.
Alex Gubser, Age: 15 to 25
He is an Iñupiaq Eskimo who loves modern technology, especially in the media world... If you are a native Alaskan and can pass for 16, this role is for you.
Henrik Munson: Age: 55 to 65
He loves to drink and will be drunk for a good part of the movie... If you have no problem acting drunk, looking dirty and don't mind shaving your entire body (minus eyebrows), this role is for you.
But that's not all...To finish our cast off, we'll need 6 more females and 16 more males, plus a number of extras. Come to our OPEN CASTING CALL, dress casually, OR as your favorite drunk uncle."