1. Sleeping for hire
There are two types of sleeping for hire jobs. First, you can be recruited by scientists. After you sleep and wake up, you will receive a sum of money. Scientists will study your sleep to find a way to treat sleep disorders.
The second type of sleeping for hire is testing at hotels. Hotels will select customers to experience their rooms. Your task is to evaluate the quality of sleep, room amenities and comfort level there. Notably, in the US, there was a company that paid up to 300,000 USD for a similar testing position.
2. Pushing staff
This is a fairly common job in Japan. The people who do this job are essentially "cramming" passengers onto the subway. The purpose of this is to optimize the space in the train cars.
Professional pushing staff will work at subway stops. Hitchhikers typically work from 7am to 9pm, earning an average of around $10 an hour.
3. Hitchhiking
In Indonesia, hitchhikers can earn money by helping drivers move faster. This job arose from the country's frequent traffic jams and congestion.
The government has set up "3-in-1" zones, where only vehicles carrying at least three people are allowed to pass. By hitchhiking, participants can earn around $7.50 in a few hours.
4. Cheese Sounding
You can judge the quality of cheese not only by its taste and color, but also by its sound. This is the job of cheese sounding people. This job requires specialized training and special listening skills.
These people use a rubber hammer to tap on the cheese and listen for signs of structural defects during the crystallization process. If they find any defects, they will take samples to taste.
5. Electric shockers
People who work in this profession in Mexico often carry a 120V generator box. They stand near bars and pubs, ready to shock customers out of the bar if requested, to help some people stay awake or maintain a "high" feeling throughout the night.
6. TV watchers
Individuals who work in this profession are called TV watchers. They are responsible for scanning through different programs, videos, and news on TV. From the data collected, they determine the attractive and appropriate content to broadcast on TV programs. This job requires keen observation skills and practical experience to make accurate analysis.
7. Toilet paper sniffers
Toilet paper companies always want their products to have a pleasant scent for customers. Therefore, before packaging, the team of odor testing experts will perform the odor assessment process of the toilet paper. They will assess the quality of the paper and check if there is any strange or unpleasant scent. In addition, this team also ensures that the toilet paper does not pollute the environment. With diligence, you can earn up to 1.2 billion VND per year from this job.
8. Professional cuddling
Not only in Japan, but the service of hiring a cuddler is popular in many other countries. This profession is called professional cuddling. It is important to note that you are only allowed to hug literally, not to exceed any other limits. This profession is licensed and has strict regulations. If violated, you may face jail time. In Portland, this job can bring in an income of up to 80 USD per hour.
9. Pet food taster
Although pet owners always want their pets to eat delicious and nutritious meals, not everyone is willing to try dog and cat food. This is the reason why the pet food taster profession was born.
People who do this job not only taste but also evaluate the nutritional value, crispiness, toughness... according to the requirements of the manufacturer. This job brings an ideal income, which can be up to 40,000 USD per year.
10. Armpit Sniffing
The daily job of these employees is to smell customers' armpits to assess their body condition. On average, they have to smell about 60 armpits per hour and distinguish between male and female odors. Although this job has a fairly high salary, about 50,000 USD per month, surely not many people want to pursue this career.