1. Job: Driver
Unretirement Benefits: Little training and lots of variety.
Why It’s Popular: Many retirees have spent years in regimented careers. Here’s an opportunity to set your own hours.
Where to Look: Contact the company that appeals to your sense of adventure. Learn more at www.RetirementJobs.com.
Read Rich’s story to discover more about the perks of being a driver.
2. Job: Caregiver
Unretirement Benefits: On-the-job training and flexible schedules.
Why It’s Popular: Unretirees are looking for meaningful work, and this is an opportunity to make a difference.
Where to Look: Check out www.HomeInstead.com.
Be inspired by retired firefighter Kookie’s new career making a difference for older adults.
3. Job: Retail Salesperson
Unretirement Benefits: A job that can appeal to your passion or hobbies.
Why It’s Popular: Retirees are looking to connect with others. The right position could be a great low-stress career for you.
Where to Look: Keep an eye out for “now hiring” signs, especially around the holidays.
Retailers often provide their employees with attractive discounts, and you may be able to set your own hours.
4. Job: Culinary Worker
Unretirement Benefits: Turn a hobby into a career and keep manual dexterity and cognitive skills honed.
Why It’s Popular: Retirees often want a creative job in their unretirement career. Here’s an opportunity to channel your inner Wolfgang Puck.
Where to Look: Check out training at the local community college and visit www.RetirementJobs.com to learn about jobs in your area.
5. Job: Administrative Assistant
Unretirement Benefits: Meet new people in a part-time job.
Why It’s Popular: Retirees often want to use their job skills in new and different ways.
Where to Look: Go to the organization where you’d like to work to check out opportunities or visit www.RetirementJobs.com and www.LinkedIn.com.
Read how Dianne is not only putting her expertise to work in new ways, but why she considers her job a ministry.
6. Job: Tour Guide
Unretirement Benefits: Put years of experience and knowledge to work.
Why It’s Popular: Fun and flexible is the name of the game for many retirees, and this job fits the bill.
Where to Look: Visit www.LinkedIn.com and www.RetirementJobs.com, local museums or your area parks service for job openings.
Dave unretired to put his military experience and knowledge to work in a museum.
7. Job: Child Care Worker/Mentor
Unretirement Benefits: Minimal training. Flexible hours.
Why It’s Popular: This job is a way to put love of children in action in a flexible part-time career.
Where to Look: Networking can lead you to the perfect job. In addition, visit www.LinkedIn.com, your local community center or school, or www.RetirementJobs.com to learn more.
Check out how RoseAnn found fulfillment as a youth leader and mentor.
8. Job: Clergy and Counselor
Unretirement Benefits: Fulfilling and flexible.
Why It’s Popular: Many older adults want to put their passion to help others to work. Here’s a way to do that and build long-lasting relationships.
Where to Look: Go to your faith community to learn more or network through www.LinkedIn.com.
A fighter pilot in Korean and Vietnam Wars, Ted is now serving others in a ministry role.
9. Job: Library Assistant
Unretirement Benefits: Turn your love of books and reading into a career.
Why It’s Popular: So many seniors want to connect with individuals of all ages. The library is the place to do that.
Where to Look: Find out if local schools or community libraries have openings.
10. Job: Tutor
Unretirement Benefits: Adaptable to experience and knowledge.
Why It’s Popular: After 40 years of leaving the house for a 9-to-5 job, retirees can find work-at-home jobs appealing.
Where to Look: Check out www.RetirementJobs.com.
Sharing your love of reading, art or passion for learning can be a meaningful way to connect with someone new.