Second Life Job Searching

Because Second Life is a huge virtual world that is starting to have an impact on the real world, employers are using Second Life in order to promote their businesses and products. This decision creates great opportunities for people all over the world because they can find a SL job and start building their life long career with the help of online technologies.

Second Life is an immense virtual universe where people can activate as residents. Today, SL has almost five million registered users. It also has its own currency and a very good economy. People can register in Second Life, create their own avatar and then they can start applying for jobs or joining recruitment agencies. For example, TMP Worldwide Advertising and Communications is a famous global recruitment agency that has established a virtual presence in the Second Life universe. The agency has created a special island called TMP Island where recruiters can meet with candidates, conduct interviews and host social events and gatherings. Managers from all over the world are using Second Life to promote their companies, but also to hire prospective employees that match their job criteria.

Users can find jobs inside companies that already have a presence in Second Life. These companies include Microsoft, IBM, Amazon, General Motors, Pontiac, Adidas, Dell, Toyota, Reuters and Cisco Systems. Users can interact with managers of all these companies during Second Life organized events. They can leave their resume, ask for opportunities and make a social connection. Some companies like Ogilvy Interactive and Electric Sheep Company have already recruited Second Life users. Of course, the jobs available are in the virtual reality of Second Life, but the great thing about them is that you can make money by staying online. Second Life jobs can be done by staying at home and receiving via Second Life online tasks from your manager.

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