Alexander KourisBlock: DB

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Athlete

Why?

• I’m interested in this job because I like playing sports.

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What you do…• A lot of exercise• Tons of money

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Education and Training• You don’t actually need education but it is

recommended.• You need to work out a lot and keep in very

good shape to play.• You need good flexibility, speed and strength.

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• Junior AthleteNo earnings, but may receive benefits such as small prizes and paid travelRequirements • Decent physical condition Practicing every few days; maintaining healthy dietary regimen; maintaining

educational standards

• College AthleteNo earnings, but may receive benefits such as small prizes, paid travel, and

accommodationRequirements • Meet both educational and athletic requirements

Practicing daily; constantly training

• Professional Athlete300,000 to however much you and the team owner agree toRequirements • Maintain physical and mental condition

Practicing daily; constantly training; traveling.

Working Conditions

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• You can either play indoors or at night in stadiums

• It is warm if indoors but if outdoors it can be very cold

Minimum Wage

• The minimum wage for a Professional Athlete is 300 thousand in every sport and in every state.

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Two laws for people under 18 at Youth Rues or Department Labor

• No more than 3 hours of work on a school day• No more than 8 hours on a non-school day

My favorite company is Apple which is #56 on the top 100 companies

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Resources• Career Cruising• Department Of Labor• CNN Money• Rules For Youth Work

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