Jobs You Never Knew Existed Vol 2

In search of an apprenticeship role or a graduate job but need some inspiration.

We’re back with another round of jobs that sound completely made up… but are 100% real 

Most people know about doctors, teachers, and engineers. But somewhere in the world right now, someone is cooking meals inside a submarine, testing hotel shampoo for a living, or literally diving through underground sewer systems.

Safe to say… LinkedIn doesn’t prepare you for all of these.

Here are this week’s wonderfully unusual careers:

Hair Boiler

This job may sound like something from a science experiment gone wrong, but hair boilers play an important role in industries including wig-making, fashion, and even furniture manufacturing.

Their job involves cleaning, treating, and processing human or animal hair before it can be safely used in products. The process often includes sterilising and preparing hair fibres using heat and specialist equipment.

Not the most glamorous-sounding title in the world… but without them, entire industries would struggle to function.

Also: definitely a conversation starter at dinner parties.

Amenities Tester

Ever wondered who decides whether a luxury hotel robe feels “five-star enough”? Enter the amenities tester.

These professionals test everything from shampoos and soaps to mattresses, towels, spa products, and even hotel slippers. Large hotel brands and luxury companies hire testers to make sure products meet comfort, quality, and customer experience standards.

Yes, someone’s actual workday can involve rating pillows and analysing bubble bath quality.

Surprisingly competitive. Extremely cosy.

Submarine Chef

Cooking underwater for weeks at a time? That’s a real career.

Submarine chefs prepare meals for naval crews living in extremely confined conditions beneath the ocean’s surface. Since submarines can remain underwater for long periods, chefs have to plan meals carefully, manage limited storage space, and keep morale high through food.

Because when you’re underwater for months… a good meal suddenly becomes very important.

Fun fact: fresh ingredients are often used first, meaning early meals onboard can look very different from later ones.

Doula

Not every unusual job is unusual because it’s strange  some are simply less talked about.

Doulas provide emotional, physical, and informational support to people before, during, and after childbirth. Unlike midwives, doulas don’t deliver babies medically, but they play a huge role in helping parents feel calm, informed, and supported throughout the experience.

Research has shown that continuous support during labour can improve birth experiences and reduce stress levels for many families.

A career built entirely around support, empathy, and human connection.

Sewer Diver

Possibly one of the toughest jobs on this list.

Sewer divers enter underground water systems to inspect, repair, and remove blockages in places machines sometimes can’t reach. It’s physically demanding, highly specialised work that requires extensive safety training and serious bravery.

Cities rely on these workers to help prevent flooding, infrastructure damage, and major public health problems.

Not glamorous? Maybe. Important? Absolutely.

The world is full of careers most people never even hear about  and honestly, that’s what makes it interesting.

Some jobs are messy. Some are surprisingly scientific. Some sound completely fictional until you discover they actually exist.

And somewhere out there, there’s probably a career that fits your skills perfectly… even if you haven’t heard of it yet.

💬 Which one surprised you the most? And which could you actually see yourself doing?

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