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on 8/23/2008 I recommend looking beyond KBR. They seem to be hiring a lot of Eastern Europeans and third world folks. Try some of the other companies I recommended and look for job fairs in your area. There are still a lot of jobs in Iraq (although if the peace holds and the troops start to withdraw those will shrink). If you can handle it, look for jobs in Afghanistan, no withdrawl there, should increase contracting as more troops go there. Also look at positions outside what you would normally apply for. Think of your qualifications and what you can bring to a contract, be open to possiblities. Don't give up and keep sending resumes.
on 8/17/2008 Charlie, I am 56 and want to work overseas. My wife of 38 years and family are in support. I worked as a pastor for 25 years in Massachusetts. However, I maintained my skills as a contractor , builder and carpenter the whole time. How would I find work overseas as a carpenter .I have a current passport and can leave asap. I have applied for 20 positions with KBR and K3....Any help? surferchip@gmail.com
on 8/14/2008 Thanks Charlie, I have contacted all the agencies listed and am waiting for reply. I am willing to do almost anything! My experience is in auto repair and i am a Musician as well. Strange combo, I know... Hope to get work... any further advice would be appreciated,mobiljazz@aol.com Pete
on 7/2/2008 Lots of people are working overseas over 60, the oldest that I worked with was 75. I am sorry to take so long to respond but I am currently on contract at Camp Taji, Iraq. I am over 50 and in my office there are several people over 60. People with experience are needed from welders, truck drivers, teachers, administrators, warehouse, food service, accounting, basically the same jobs needed at home but usually for much better money.
on 2/1/2008 At 60 active,fit and agile,can one look for overseas job??
on 1/23/2008 I am divorced two years and starting all over again. I would be interesting in working overseas. Very interested. Any advice, information.. would be very much appreciated. Please share knowledge of current positions available. Among other experience, I have more than 10 years tractor trailer driving. Thank you, Sherry
on 1/5/2008 Fantastic, solid advice! Thank you! I am a US Citizen in Paris now trying to do the impossible and find a job.
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