The Work Search

Published: 23 Apr 2025 | Updated: 27 Apr 2025

Herein you'll find everything I know (and am learning) about the world of work: searching, applying, and doing it.

I'm actively seeking new remote work opportunities! Here's my resume and CV. If I'd be a good fit for your organization or project, email me: hi@zacharykai.net

Note: All listed resources are things I've used and would recommend. If you have suggestions, please email me!

Table Of Contents

Improving Your Chances
- Getting Certifications
- Taking Courses
Job Hunting Tips
- Advice From Others
Places To Search
- Contract Work
- Part/Full-Time Work

Improving Your Chances

Getting Certifications

While you might already know how to do everything in your chosen field, these help prove it to folks who don't know you. I've also found they're an excellent way to brush up your skills.

Here are (free) places you can try:

freeCodeCamp: programming languages and web development.
HubSpot Academy: marketing and sales.

Taking Courses

Though you don't usually get a certificate for completing these, they're still excellent for proving your knowledge, and expanding it!

Below are a few (free) places to try:

Web.Dev: as the name suggests, all things web development.

Courses I've Taken

Learn Accessibility | Web.Dev
Learn HTML | Web.Dev

Job Hunting Tips

Be wary. Before applying, check the company's LinkedIn, site, reviews, and socials.
Internship notices on LinkedIn aren't always what they seem.
Keep a spreadsheet with three subsheets: current applications, rejected, and companies to avoid. Consult this before applying for a job lest you fill out the same form twice.