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I have less than a month left before I fly home from Bangkok.

I really do not want to.

If I had a remote job I would stay out here indefinitely.

So, I have less than a month. What is a good strategy for finding a remote job? What are some good positions? I have been looking for IT work but that seems kind of saturated at the moment.

This is a copy of the post on: https://lemmy.ml/post/26469128.

I'm worried because I never really had a job, and because I need to pay for the bus to go to places (where I absolutely need to go), I fear that I may run out of money and I currently have a minuscule amount. Plus, I really wanted to move out of my parent's house sometime.

So, starting in the beginning of January, I have actively been looking for part-time entry-level jobs (since I'm currently in university and just can't have a full-time job) at places like Starbucks, McDonalds, TimHortons, grocery stores, and so on, but I never got any replies. I've been applying using Indeed, the company's website, and even walking into the stores. I've lost count of how many resumes I've given out.

Since I'm also studying Computer Science, I figured that I might also apply for programming jobs (which I'm going to also do shortly). However, I figured that the chances of me getting a CS-related job are the same as me getting a minimum-wage job, and I just only want to have a job that pays at least something since it's better than having no job at all (and plus, I think it will slightly increase my chances of getting a programming job later on).

Since I don't really have a phone (or at least one that I carry around constantly), I've purchased a text-only VOIP number and put that on my resume along with my email (which I hope that doesn't result in my never getting an interview).

It's been like 2 months now and I haven't heard back. When walking around I've also heard people saying that they're having a similar experience. I am really stressed out because of this.

A friend of mine also said that the main reason why I'm not getting any replies back is because I have no previous job experience. I have also noticed that a lot of companies are simply not hiring right now.

Am I doing anything stupid?

I'm on a mission to secure an administrative assistant job in Toronto within the next 18 days. Yes, 18. I know it's a tight deadline, but I'm determined to make it happen. I'd appreciate any advice and tips on how to achieve this goal. Here are a few things I'm already working on:

1. Resume and Cover Letter: Tailoring my resume and cover letter to highlight relevant skills and experiences.

2. Skills Development: Brushing up on essential skills like Microsoft Office, email etiquette and scheduling.

3. Job Applications: Applying to multiple job postings daily on various job boards.

4. Networking: Reaching out to my network and attending virtual job fairs.

What else should I focus on to increase my chances of landing a job quickly? Any specific strategies or resources you recommend? Thanks in advance!

If I have no work at all

'The estimated total pay for a Soldier is $54,950 per year in the United States."

Like being a medic. All I have is CPR and first aid. I'd be interested in volunteering to help, but I have a hard time making ends meet so it has to be paid.