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 Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 10:04 pm Post subject: EMPLOYMENT IN HONDURAS / HONDURAS EMPLOYMENT GUIDE |
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EMPLOYMENT IN HONDURAS
The answers depend on your age, how active you want to be, whether you are a morning person or a night person, what kind of specific skills you have…and, of course, what you are willing to do.
The easiest job to get is as a Beach Bum. You see them everywhere; they dive during the day and work at night in restaurants or resorts. Some find paid work as divers--the best combination. Beach Bums also sell souvenirs, handmade goods, food, all kinds of things. It's the perfect life for the right person.
There are always jobs around for Beach Bums. For instance, right now one resort needs a divemaster, a handyman, and a diesel mechanic. Another dive shop needs someone to manage the operation. These require specific skills and are a great experience for the younger Beach Bums (but don't exclude the more mature ones!).
Starting your own business is always a good option. Businesses such as those listed below are quite in demand.
* Independent escrow company
* Mortgage services (financing is difficult on the island…most financing available is owner financing)
* One-hour photo service
* Self-storage facility
* New and used cars and/or motorcycles sales
* Sporting goods shop (this one in particular could be very good, since half the island fishes but you can't buy equipment. Also, the sale of trophies and jerseys for baseball and soccer would be a great addition.)
* Chiropractor
* Psychologist
* Computer technicians
* More CD and video stores in some locations
* Ladies' clothing shops (offering clothes above a size 3!)
* Office supply and furniture shop
* Bowling alley
* Movie theatre
* Laundromat
* Ice cream parlor
That said, there are three things to remember before you charge down here. First, you need a work permit or residency papers in process to work here legally. Second, keep in mind that wages are low. If you work in the Bay Islands, you will earn Honduran wages, perhaps a little more if you bring a specific skill. On the other hand, you can live here cheaply if you are prepared to make some compromises.
Finally, plan for the beginning of your trip. Make sure you have enough money to live on when you arrive, so that if you don't get something going right away, you'll be able to afford a place to live and other necessities. |
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