Working 9 hours a day in an isolated cubicle for a corporate company or any sort of company is not everyone’s cup of tea. Although companies offer attractive packages to their employees, not everyone have the knack to do the same kind of job every other graduate usually does. Sometimes employees tend to look for a more unconventional career option that suits their personality and also fill their pockets at the same time.

Yes, they might not pay as much as multinational companies do but they can be a really fun, entertaining and often enlightening. There are several out of the box creative careers that are in demand right now. Let’s take a look at a few of these offbeat career options that might match your personality.

Wildlife Conservationist/ Zoo Curator

With the rise of industries and technology, new and new factories and industrial plants are popping up everywhere. In fact, these industries are chopping down natural habitats and all the living wildlife species along with it. With this growing concern, the world needs more wildlife conservationists who can protect the, Flora and Fauna, wildlife animals and conserve their species and prevent them from being endangered or going extinct. If you love animals and nature, this is the best job for you.

Blogger

Blogging has gone from an internet hobby to quickly becoming a money making professional career within no time. The boom in the internet industry has made blogging a money making resource of many pro-internet geeks and surfers. Bloggers are a sort of brand influencers and most of the big companies have noticed the impact blogs related product, food, etc reviews have on the customers. Bloggers can express their views and tips while sitting at the comfort of their home with full access to the knowledge available on the internet. People have a knack for writing and passion for the latest gadgets or food etc can make blogging a full-time profession.

YouTube Vlogger

As we know, YouTube has revolutionised the digital with its vast array of videos online and the freedom to watch and upload unique content. Not everyone is familiar with the fact that, YouTube pays for you uploading videos. Yes, you can make money through Youtube via the YouTube Partner Program. All you need is a good idea and screen presence and lot’s of viewers. If your content is really good, you can also receive sponsors and target advertising.

Application Developer

Mobile applications are the latest trend in this tech savvy generation of ours. These apps have quickly become a daily part of our lives with the demand for new interesting apps on the rise. The technological industry is looking for people with creative mind who can up with the most innovative and smart idea for a mobile application that could soon become the next big thing. Apps like Whatsapp, Tinder and Snapchat have become sensational since their introduction. So if you have knack for bright ideas and technology your app could also become the next big thing. Apps related to Math or maybe education are also in demand at the moment.

Pet Groomers

With all the hustle and bustle involved in everyone’s busy chaotic world, owners often do not find the time to spend with their beloved pets. But that’s where you can come in. If you are an animal lover and are fond of spending time with furry little pets, then Pet grooming is the perfect job for you. Spend your day with pets and groom them while getting paid for it. Owners don’t mind shelling money on behalf of the maintenance of their furry companions. This possibly the most fun filled and happy job you can find.

About Author

Kevin Ronith Kumar, Aspiring writer, loves new ideas, out of the box thinker and always up for a challenge.

Email Id– kevin.ronih@gmail.com

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2 Years, 5 Schools, 1,000 Children and the Gandhi Fellow

As a catalyst for school change, each fellow brings change in 5 schools by being a resource person for the school principals and by potentially impacting the lives of 1,000 children. Fellows assist teachers and identify when and where Headmasters (Principals) need extra support. Fellows interact and work with teachers, community members and education officials towards the goal of creating model schools.

Grant

You shall be entitled to an all-inclusive monthly grant of Rs. 14,000, a fixed monthly phone allowance of Rs. 600 and rent-free accommodation and other allowances as applicable.

Of the monthly grant of Rs. 14,000, half shall be paid on monthly basis and the remaining Rs. 7000 would be retained as interest-free reserve amount. The cumulative reserve amount will be paid at the end of the term of Fellowship after the period of 23 months. In case the Fellowship is terminated earlier, the cumulative reserve amount will be paid to you subject to following conditions:

Fellowship termination between 0-11 months: no claim to cumulative reserve amount;

Fellowship termination after completion of 12 month: entitled to claim cumulative reserve amount for 12 months (i.e. 7000 x 12), but amount will be credited at the end of the Fellowship term;

Fellowship termination between 12-22 months: No claim for additional months after 12 months (i.e. 7000 x 12), but amount will credit at the end of the term of Fellowship;

Fellowship completion at 23 months: entitled to claim 23 months of cumulative reserve amount (i.e. 7000 x 23).

Millionaire Social Ventures : Gandhi Fellowship is launching an exclusive Social Incubation & Enterprises Program. This program supports aspiring social entrepreneurs through special idea incubation, business mentor-ship and start-up funding support up to Rs 20 lakh after fellowship graduation.

Application: Online
Deadline: December 31, 2015

Eligibility

• You must be below 25 years of age by 1st July, 2016.
• You must be an achiever i.e have showcased excellence and passion in academics and/or extra -curricular activities (Sports, NSS, NCC, voluntary work, performing arts, literature, etc).
• You must possess compassion and sense of responsibility towards solving the pressing problems of India
• You can be from any of the diverse streams: Engineering, Applied & Pure Sciences, Commerce and Business, Humanities, & Liberal Arts, Social & Behavioural Science, Maths and Journalism, Education, Law etc.

Application: Online
Prizes and rewards: Total 10,000 scholarships of Rs. 60,000 in cash and Rs. 20,000 as summer attachment per year per scholar along with mentorship every year.
Deadline: December 31, 2015
Website: http://www.gandhifellowship.org/apply.php

Selection process

There will be a strict, 3-level personalized and reflective recruitment process that will assess your various competencies of leadership