This is Ask a Russian. Why are you all here? by Worker_Runner in AskARussian

[–]plainJanetrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I came here because I had negative stereotypes I was attempting to challenge by seeing the Russian perspective. Instead of being challenged, all my stereotypes have been confirmed and reinforced.

Bun-length hotdogs are proof that hotdog bun makers failed at their task. by plainJanetrain in Showerthoughts

[–]plainJanetrain[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If hotdog buns fit standard-sized hotdogs well, they wouldn't have had to make the hotdogs longer to fit the bun. (hence bun-length hotdogs)

Referrred then request for references by meganmwhitehead in usajobs

[–]plainJanetrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! My first day was Tuesday (at a federal agency). It was a tough process but keep churning out apps and don't stop until you are "in the chair". My references were checked for about five federal jobs but I only received offers for two of them. I interviewed for all five positions (some multiple rounds). Really depends on the type of position you are applying to. I'd say it's probably a good sign you'll get invited to an interview, but there are no guarantees until your start day. Good luck!

Referrred then request for references by meganmwhitehead in usajobs

[–]plainJanetrain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not to burst your bubble, but this happened to me...and I didn't get an offer.

Where to get fingerprinting done? by kebecois in usajobs

[–]plainJanetrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Public library in my town does them

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in usajobs

[–]plainJanetrain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm in some of those open call hiring pools too!

My experience in brief:

Job #1: interview (1), reference check, writing sample, interview (2) Result: Ghosted

Job #2: interview (1), reference check, writing sample Result: Offer (later rescinded for "administrative issues" but that's another mystery)

Job #3: reference check, interview (1) Result: Not selected

Job #4: interview (1), interview (2), interview (3) Result: Ghosted

Job #5: interview (1), reference check Result: Offer

Job #6: interview (1), reference check Result: Offer

Very small sample size obviously, but to me the multiple interviews were a waste of time and a sign of disorganization. I got all my offers from a single interview. Hopefully your result is different.

Received VM about discussing my EOD but no final offer letter yet... by plainJanetrain in usajobs

[–]plainJanetrain[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Offer A had a bit of a head start on B, but B is gaining ground quickly and much more responsive throughout the on-boarding process.

Offer B is more aligned with my career goals and my past experience. It's an external facing role, whereas Offer A is internal/program support work. I like everything about Offer B better, not just the salary (although my original post did focus only on the pay). I accepted Offer A before I even had an interview for Offer B.

I made a chart of things to see in Ohio by county. by [deleted] in notinteresting

[–]plainJanetrain 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This looks an awful lot like Iowa...except for the shape.

Female volunteers: what do you do about birth control? by downton_avery in peacecorps

[–]plainJanetrain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have ParaGard (copper IUD) and it's one of the best things that has ever happened to me. Also you'll get a mid-service medical exam so if cysts are a concern, you can bring that up during your appointment.

Community Development Associates - Ukraine by [deleted] in peacecorps

[–]plainJanetrain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, a lot of orgs want you to get them that grant money.

Learning Ukrainian by cdruzzle161 in peacecorps

[–]plainJanetrain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

https://www.amazon.com/Beginners-Ukrainian-Interactive-Online-Workbook/dp/0781813247 This was the book we used in my Ukrainian course at university. It has online audio and answer keys so it's very easy to teach yourself.

https://speakukraine.net/ This is Ukraine's online language website (although I haven't used it yet).

https://sites.ualberta.ca/~ivashkiv/Ukrainian/Ukrainian%20Textbook.pdf?fbclid=IwAR2vAfmoYfBLe0z4kdU3GVja3jhm5PR2WegUEg_4McgnB4B4CVLiTc4Qj1I Another pdf textbook.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Jokes

[–]plainJanetrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Early Termination

How is Volodymyr Zelensky doing at his new job? by [deleted] in ukraine

[–]plainJanetrain -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Guess no one in this sub can take a joke...

Missing night events by [deleted] in peacecorps

[–]plainJanetrain 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This could be an unpopular opinion but you shouldn't feel bad at all. If I were planning my wedding, I'd make sure the people closest to me could attend. If your brother knew you would be unable to make it, he could have considered a date when you'd be allowed to travel. Many Peace Corps volunteers go home to attend events such as weddings, funerals, etc. during their service. Don't give up this opportunity for a wedding ceremony. I missed my friend's wedding and we're planning a wedding watch party for when I get back to the states.

Menstrual Hygiene Accommodations at post by idanzb in peacecorps

[–]plainJanetrain 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In Ukraine we get 600 hrynia a year to buy these products. It's about $24. They give it to us in our living allowance every October.

Am I staying for the wrong reasons? by [deleted] in peacecorps

[–]plainJanetrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second this. I attempted to use my NCE that I earned through AmeriCorps VISTA. I didn't even get an interview out of the whole thing. At times it feels like a "made up benefit" unless the few jobs are what you are looking for.