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[Welcome to FlexJobs' Weekly Newsletter!/> >] CONTACT US Have a question or thought? Contact our Client Services team at 866-991-9222 or [SEND US AN EMAIL >>] [1 Million for Work Flexibility] FIND US ON THE WEB Dear {NAME}, I can't believe it's already the middle of August! Summer always feels like it goes too fast for me, and perhaps it's worse nowadays because "back to school" season is already underway in much of the country. As a kid, I always started school after Labor Day, so this feels disconcertingly early to me. But aside from that, for us working age folks, there's also always seems to be a notable shift in focus from "summer fun" to getting "back to business." This sentiment carries over into the job market trends, where the [uptick in activity for both job searching and hiring is underway. We're seeing a particular boost for][flexible jobs in education and teaching]! This boost in job hiring is good news for your job search! And also, if you have any friends who might be looking for a job, be sure to [use our Refer a Friend program] to tell them about FlexJobs; your friend will get an exclusive discount, and you will receive a free month if they sign up! Also, while work flexibility continues to grow and more employers are hiring for jobs with flexible options, we can still always use help in advancing the rate of change! So we would really appreciate it if you would take a few seconds to [join the 1 Million for Work Flexibility] initiative. It's a way to virtually "raise your hand" in a show of support for the benefits of flexible work. Thank you so much for considering! We hope you read on for more insight, tips, and great job leads no matter the reason for your interest in a flexible job. As always, thank you so much for allowing us to be a trusted resource in your job search for telecommuting, freelance, part-time, and any and all flexible jobs. And if you decide to [use FlexJobs to get a leg up in your job search], be sure to enter promo code "NEWSLETTER" to get 30% off! Many cheers, [Sara, and the FlexJobs Team] [International Job Seeker Shares Her Story and Job Search Advice] As a job seeker, it's helpful to get advice from someone who's recently "been there and done that," to hear how other folks are able to find success and land a job. We regularly highlight success stories on our blog, and this one is a great Q&A from an international job seeker based in the Philippines who signed up for FlexJobs to find freelance work. Read her story and find out why she maintains a subscription to FlexJobs even after she's found a job. [Find inspiration: International Job Seeker Shares Her Story and Job Search Advice ] [10 Temporary Jobs That Let You Work from Anywhere] On the quest for a more flexible work life, temporary jobs are an often overlooked work arrangement. However, temporary jobs, paired with the ability to work remotely from anywhere, can prove to be very useful when it comes to work-life balance. They can also help to keep your resume fresh and more current while you're looking for a permanent role. These types of positions are available in multiple industries and at multiple professional levels. We've compiled a small sampling of the available temporary, work-from-anywhere jobs listed on FlexJobs now. [Check Out These 10 Temporary Jobs That Let You Work from Anywhere ] [The Olympic Job Pool for Athletes and Nonathletes, Too] The Olympics are underway—brimming with awe-inspiring spectacle and jaw-dropping athletic displays. It's hard not to get fired up watching the world's best athletes pursue their dreams. At the same time, it's easy to forget the sacrifices Olympians make, not just physically, but financially, too. Some employers are stepping up, providing flexible jobs for Olympians to help them pay the bills while they train to compete. Work flexibility is a great selling point for employers offering jobs for Olympians and nonathletes, too, and there are some great top Olympian employers and Olympic corporate sponsors who offer great flexible jobs. [Dip Your Toe In The Olympic Job Pool for Athletes and Nonathletes, Too ] [7 Great Telecommuting Jobs This Week] Telecommuting, or remote, jobs are often the first kind of jobs that people think of when they think of work flexibility. Although there are other kinds -- such as freelance jobs, and part-time and alternative schedules -- we like to highlight some of the recent telecommuting jobs that are ["Work from Anywhere in the US" telecommuting jobs], as well as often a couple that are ["Work from Anywhere in the World" jobs]. These telecommuting jobs are intended to give you just an idea of the variety, quality, and depth of jobs currently listed on our site. To check out our entire database of job listings in over 50 career categories, visit our [Job Categories page]. Enjoy! [Dictionary Author] [This job is open to candidates anywhere in the world.] [Curiosity Media] Seeking candidate with bilingual skills in English and Spanish for position working for a Spanish learning website adding entries to the online dictionary. Strong research skills are needed. Part-time, work from home position with flexible schedule. [Seasonal Tax Advisor Specialist - CPA or Enrolled Agent] [This job is open to candidates anywhere in the U.S.] [Intuit] Will be responsible for providing explanations of tax and technical terms as well as assisting customers with completing their taxes using company software and products. Knowledge of tax laws is required. Part-time, seasonal position. Telecommute. [User Experience Researcher] [This job is open to candidates anywhere in the world.] [Stack Overflow] Remote opportunity developing features based on user feedback. Requires 2+ years' related experience, hands-on experience with usability testing and interviewing, excellent organizational abilities, and outstanding communication skills. [Customer Service Associate] [This job is open to candidates anywhere in the U.S.] [Amazon] Work from home responding to spikes in customer need. After paid training, work anywhere between 1 and 30 hours per week, with 12 hrs/wk being the average. Nov. through Jan. will require 20-40 hrs/wk. Certain states hiring: AZ, CO, DE, FL, GA, KS, KY, MI, MN, NC, ND, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, WA, WV, WI, VA. [Director, Health Economics and Market Access] [This job is open to candidates anywhere in the U.S.] [Johnson & Johnson] Will be responsible for planning and executing health economic and outcomes studies, identifying healthcare systems opportunities, handling research activities, and conducting market access activities. Frequent travel with telecommute option. [Social Media Director] [This job is open to candidates anywhere in the U.S.] [SAP] Full-time opportunity with the option for telecommuting. Will manage social channels, ensure on brand messaging, and work to increase engagement. Candidates must have a college degree and 5+ years of social media leadership experience. [New Jersey Title Reader, Examiner] [This job is open to candidates anywhere in the U.S.] [RedVision Systems, Inc.] Will read/examine and complete tasks related to property title searches. Must have a high school diploma/GED and 24 months of title reading/examination experience in the state of New Jersey. 3+ years of related experience preferred. Remote. You can go to each employer's site to find these jobs, or you can simply subscribe to FlexJobs for access to the information for these and [over 31,000 hand-screened jobs] all in one easy place! Use special promo code "NEWSLETTER" for up 30% off! [Resume Checklist: Where Are You Going Wrong?] Unfortunately, most job seekers have had the discouraging experience of spending countless hours painstakingly putting together a resume for a dream job/company, and then only received a letter of denial or simply nothing back from your application. Where did you go wrong on your resume checklist? You might be wondering what, specifically, you included or didn't include on your resume that might have turned your potential employer off, and what you could have done better to land that dream job. This list of resume "dos" is designed to help you sort through those questions and design a resume that will not leave you wondering what you could have done better in the future. [Review This Resume Checklist: Where Are You Going Wrong? ] This is an opt-in only newsletter, and we honor your privacy! If you would rather not receive Newsletters from FlexJobs, please either [click here to unsubscribe], or login to your FlexJobs account to [change your Email Preferences]. [FlexJobs] | [Job Categories] | [Jobs by Location] | [Blog & Community] | [Flexible Company Guide] | [About FlexJobs] | [Contact] © 2007-2016 FlexJobs, 1630A 30th Street, Suite #425, Boulder, CO 80301 | 1.866.991.9222