Many people want to find work, but not everyone is interested in sitting in the office and messing with papers. I want new impressions, acquaintances, I want to see the world. That is why people are considering working abroad. This article will focus on employment in Turkey.
Why is Turkey suitable for employment?
So, work in Turkey is an affordable option for Russian people. This country is not far away: between Moscow and Istanbul (the capital of Turkey), only 1,765 kilometers, that is, about three hours by plane. In addition, Turkey is warm, but there is no strong heat: the maximum temperature reaches forty degrees in August. A big plus is the good Mediterranean Sea, in which salt is almost not felt, as well as the absence of jellyfish or sharks (at least where people are allowed to swim).
And, of course, a very important factor is that in Turkey every year there are a huge number of Russians. That is why employers often look for them to interact with visitors.
What are the job options in this country?
Of course, you can get a janitor and hairdresser, but now it’s worth talking about the specific types of work in this country. Various jobs in hotels in Turkey are very popular. So, Russian is often taken by administrators at the reception. The essence of this post is that you need to answer phone calls, advise new arrivals, get in touch with staff and help solve small problems (for example, placing in a room or connecting to Wi-Fi).
Also quite often foreigners are interested in working as an animator in Turkey. This post is also at the hotel. There are two types: children's and adult animator. The essence of the work of someone who interacts with children is that they need to conduct various games with children on the playgrounds or in special clubs, while parents are busy with something. For example, you can sing songs, draw, dance, organize small competitions and contests. Another type of animator entertains adult guests. It is these people who greet tourists in restaurants, invite them to various entertainment events and conduct them. It's good to have some kind of education in this area. For example, engage in a dance studio or graduate from music school.
In addition, the hotel can take a bartender and make cocktails for guests, you can work as a janitor or cleaner in the rooms or on the premises. Russians are also often hired by cooks or waiters if the hotel has a restaurant. Often (especially in expensive five-star hotels) “days of national food” are practiced, where Russian cuisine is almost always present, so experience is needed. Moreover, in the territories of such hotels there are usually restaurants, except for the main one, where you can also get a job.
If you move away from the topic of work on the hotel’s territory, you can note such a popular activity as a guide in Turkey. There are two options: representation of a travel company and direct excursions. The first scenario involves meeting tourists at the airport and transferring them by bus to the hotels. Along the way, you need to give basic information about the country, share various tricks and tell about the attractions that guests see from the window of their transport, as well as about what you can see in Turkey.
The second option of working as a guide is that a person gets a job in some company that organizes excursions, and leads tourists to famous places, simultaneously telling their story, features.The guide necessarily shows where you can buy souvenirs, as well as where the toilet and public catering are located. The guide also rides on a bus with guests and tells about the beauties that are visible around.
Also, the real work in Turkey is to be a seller in a souvenir shop or store above the level. You can often meet Russians who sell bags and magnets in the market or expensive jewelry in boutiques. It is believed that Russians are more willing to buy from a person of their nationality.
What qualities you need to have
Of course, the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to make work in Turkey real, depend on the specific type of activity, but some basic qualities can be highlighted. For example, you need to be sociable, since the Turks are fairly open and sociable people. It is very important to be able to “give oneself up”, since the competition is quite high. Most often, work is more accessible for Turkish citizens than for Russia, since there is more trust in “their” people.
One must also be able to bear responsibility and, of course, have a high level of working capacity, as the professions listed in the previous section usually take almost the whole day and require a lot of action. Of course, it is necessary to be polite and tolerant due to the large number of visitors from different countries. This is if the work is associated with communication with people, of course.
Is higher education compulsory
A huge advantage of working in Turkey is that higher education does not play a very important role. For example, they can be taken by a translator without completing the corresponding direction. The main thing is to demonstrate your ability to translate to your employer. The same with work as a cook: you just need to show the ability to cook. In the same way, it doesn’t matter if there is a higher education in the field of pedagogy, if there is a desire to be a children's animator in a hotel. It is more important to talk about work experience, which should be confirmed by reviews.
How Turkish employers relate to Russians
Many people mistakenly believe that Russians are not very fond of Russians in this country, and working in Turkey for Russians is something beyond fantasy. On the contrary, in cities where there are a lot of people from Russia (for example, Ankara, Istanbul, Antalya, Kemer, Alania), they are waiting for those who could trite to speak their native language with them. They also love working with Russians, because they are quite efficient and much less lazy than the locals.
What if Turkish is no longer time to learn
It is worth saying right away that working in Turkey without knowing the language of this country is real. Firstly, very often only English is needed. For example, if you want to work as a translator (including a written one) or a guide for English-speaking guests. Secondly, work in Turkey without any language other than Russian is quite accessible. There are a huge number of hotels where only Russians are accommodated, so you can easily get there as a bartender, guide, representative of a travel company or animator. However, it is worth learning the most basic phrases in Turkish: greeting, farewell, expression of gratitude. This helps locals, including a potential employer, get their bearings.
How to look for work in this warm country while still in Russia
In order for work in Turkey to become the most comfortable and enjoyable experience, it is necessary to take into account some aspects. It is very important to select several options for future organizations and positions in your native country. Fortunately, for this there are many sites with vacancies. In addition, you must contact the company or hotel to find out the conditions, salary, time and days of work, etc. This can also be done by email. Most likely, they will invite to an in-person interview.
Is it possible to find a place of employment upon arrival?
Of course, it may happen that not one of the selected places is pleasant, so you have to look for vacancies already in Turkey.It’s not scary: in any official organization there are recruitment managers with whom you can contact. However, you must remember that in the same way, all conditions must be clarified before the device.
What people say about this experience
Many Russians at one time were attracted to work in Turkey. Reviews about this are different. Several main types of employment can be considered. For example, in the work of the animator, they often note that you need to work literally from morning to evening. In addition, guests are not always polite, and the animator usually also has to resolve conflicts. However, all this gives invaluable experience in communication and organization of human activity.
Those who worked as guides note that you need to be almost constantly on your feet, and also not everyone can speak much. And, of course, it is necessary to solve various problems, for example, with transport or lost people. However, this is a good language practice if the tour is not conducted in Russian, and simply the development of communication skills, mobility, flexibility.
If we talk about the undoubted advantages, then working in this warm country allows you to make new friends, get unforgettable impressions and emotions. They pay everywhere differently, but on average about three hundred to five hundred dollars a month. For example, people write that if the goal of the work is a huge salary, you should not go to Turkey. But if you want your impressions to be remembered for a lifetime, you should definitely try. That is, you can’t rely on quick enrichment, but you can still postpone something.
Also, many people think that working as an animator in Turkey means constantly lying by the pool and relaxing. But this is far from the case. Will have to work to the fullest. This also applies to other types of employment in Turkey. A working day lasts a long time, but you can find time for entertainment, but not daily.
What difficulties arise in work
There are several main problems that people working in Turkey face. Firstly, they are often deceived with a salary (they do not pay or give out less than the agreed amount). Secondly, it happens that they are forced to work more than agreed, as many unexpected problems still have to be solved. Thirdly, the price of spoiled things is often deducted from the amount paid, even if it was not done by an employee.
How to overcome all difficulties and not become a victim of fraud
One of the most important tips - it is always necessary to conclude a written contract in a clear language. There should be indicated the size of wages, various conditions, as well as the ability to break the agreement. All signatures and stamps must be present. In addition, it is very important to learn more about the desired job: look for reviews on the Internet, study the official site.
Thus, nothing is impossible. The main thing is to set a goal and go towards it, and there are plenty of opportunities for work in Turkey. The only thing left is to study the options and buy a plane ticket.
