!["The Apprentice" is hosted by real estate mogul Donald Trump, and acts as the "ultimate job interview" as competitors try to win the chance to run one of Trump's companies at a starting salary of $250,000 per year. The show spawned sequel "Celebrity Apprentice," where famous people compete for charities.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/hash/99/79/9979868d116b5e1cf292bceffcab964b.png?itok=7xa3CEfG ""The Apprentice" is hosted by real estate mogul Donald Trump, and acts as the "ultimate job interview" as competitors try to win the chance to run one of Trump's companies at a starting salary of $250,000 per year. The show spawned sequel "Celebrity Apprentice," where famous people compete for charities."){kind=small}
!["America's Next Top Model" airs on the CW, and the twentieth season will air this summer. Traditionally, thirteen women compete for the title and a chance to start a career in the modeling industry. However, the latest season will feature male and female contestants for the first time, though creator Tyra Banks is still the head judge, host, and executive producer. In the past, the grand prize has been a $100,000 contract with cosmetics giant CoverGirl, a contract with Elite Model Management, and a cover and six-page fashion spread in "Seventeen" magazine.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/hash/11/f7/11f752b95e3904f6c5c0457281da564a.jpg?itok=TH0OjXS1 ""America's Next Top Model" airs on the CW, and the twentieth season will air this summer. Traditionally, thirteen women compete for the title and a chance to start a career in the modeling industry. However, the latest season will feature male and female contestants for the first time, though creator Tyra Banks is still the head judge, host, and executive producer. In the past, the grand prize has been a $100,000 contract with cosmetics giant CoverGirl, a contract with Elite Model Management, and a cover and six-page fashion spread in "Seventeen" magazine."){kind=small}
!["American Idol" is now in its twelfth season, offering singers from across the country an opportunity to win a record deal with a major label. The country's population votes via telephone, internet, or texting, though several celebrity judges also critique performances. Originally, Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell, and Paula Abdul sat on the panel, though Jackson is now joined by Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, and Keith Urban.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/hash/4f/c8/4fc810381bf2c4560cdea56877ca3eb0.jpg?itok=mml1gXOb ""American Idol" is now in its twelfth season, offering singers from across the country an opportunity to win a record deal with a major label. The country's population votes via telephone, internet, or texting, though several celebrity judges also critique performances. Originally, Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell, and Paula Abdul sat on the panel, though Jackson is now joined by Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, and Keith Urban."){kind=small}
On Monday morning, CBS pulled future airings of "The Job" from their Friday night schedules, reports The Futon Critic. The series debuted two weeks ago to an audience of 4.1 million, with the second episode receiving under 3.5 million viewers. "Undercover Boss" will replace the reality competition series, effective February 22. At this time, no word has been given regarding whether the six remaining episodes of "The Job" will air.
"The Job" featured contestants competing in various challenges in an attempt to secure a position at a "dream company," like The Palm restaurant, "Cosmopolitan" magazine, and Viceroy hotel. Guest companies also had the opportunity to hire competitors during the process. Hosted by Lisa Ling, the series also offered job tips from company panelists during commercial breaks that could be applied to many industries.
Although "The Job" did not last long, there are many other reality competition series based on candidates seeking positions in their dream careers. Check out ten famous examples on the following list.
!["American Idol" is now in its twelfth season, offering singers from across the country an opportunity to win a record deal with a major label. The country's population votes via telephone, internet, or texting, though several celebrity judges also critique performances. Originally, Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell, and Paula Abdul sat on the panel, though Jackson is now joined by Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, and Keith Urban.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/7b/3b/7b3b65570f355f0cbb75d58d66acb3bc.jpg?itok=n7osTvEg ""American Idol" is now in its twelfth season, offering singers from across the country an opportunity to win a record deal with a major label. The country's population votes via telephone, internet, or texting, though several celebrity judges also critique performances. Originally, Randy Jackson, Simon Cowell, and Paula Abdul sat on the panel, though Jackson is now joined by Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, and Keith Urban.")
!["America's Next Top Model" airs on the CW, and the twentieth season will air this summer. Traditionally, thirteen women compete for the title and a chance to start a career in the modeling industry. However, the latest season will feature male and female contestants for the first time, though creator Tyra Banks is still the head judge, host, and executive producer. In the past, the grand prize has been a $100,000 contract with cosmetics giant CoverGirl, a contract with Elite Model Management, and a cover and six-page fashion spread in "Seventeen" magazine.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/06/ea/06eaf252a3feb8a73dcb5e24bb7ed112.jpg?itok=7eNJTNGw ""America's Next Top Model" airs on the CW, and the twentieth season will air this summer. Traditionally, thirteen women compete for the title and a chance to start a career in the modeling industry. However, the latest season will feature male and female contestants for the first time, though creator Tyra Banks is still the head judge, host, and executive producer. In the past, the grand prize has been a $100,000 contract with cosmetics giant CoverGirl, a contract with Elite Model Management, and a cover and six-page fashion spread in "Seventeen" magazine.")
!["The Apprentice" is hosted by real estate mogul Donald Trump, and acts as the "ultimate job interview" as competitors try to win the chance to run one of Trump's companies at a starting salary of $250,000 per year. The show spawned sequel "Celebrity Apprentice," where famous people compete for charities.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/d7/bb/d7bb856f67c5805a3cf1243753f65438.png?itok=rTeiCCfk ""The Apprentice" is hosted by real estate mogul Donald Trump, and acts as the "ultimate job interview" as competitors try to win the chance to run one of Trump's companies at a starting salary of $250,000 per year. The show spawned sequel "Celebrity Apprentice," where famous people compete for charities.")
!["Hell's Kitchen" has aired ten seasons and more are in the pipeline. Contestants are challenged to run a restaurant, create menus, prepare dishes, and more. British celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay hosts and judges the show. The grand prize winner receives $250,000 and the position of executive chef at a famous restaurant.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/f4/7f/f47ffc4ffad40a48445c34ea50ff5c1f.jpg?itok=oNko95Qd ""Hell's Kitchen" has aired ten seasons and more are in the pipeline. Contestants are challenged to run a restaurant, create menus, prepare dishes, and more. British celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay hosts and judges the show. The grand prize winner receives $250,000 and the position of executive chef at a famous restaurant.")
!["Last Comic Standing" ran for seven seasons on NBC. The competition changed throughout the years, and the competitors sometimes lived together in addition to competing head-to-head. The winner, chosen via studio and television audience participation, received a television comedy special that aired on Comedy Central and later on Bravo, plus national tours.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/1c/b6/1cb61d39fe1ab850f206a7e0463b4d35.jpg?itok=9VtxNDnp ""Last Comic Standing" ran for seven seasons on NBC. The competition changed throughout the years, and the competitors sometimes lived together in addition to competing head-to-head. The winner, chosen via studio and television audience participation, received a television comedy special that aired on Comedy Central and later on Bravo, plus national tours.")
!["Cake Boss: Next Great Baker" just finished its third season last Monday. In addition to winning prizes in several of the rounds, the big winner receives $100,000, a magazine spread of their cakes, and the chance to intern at Carlo's Bakery under "Cake Boss" Buddy Valastro, who is the head judge throughout the competition.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/2b/87/2b876bcd3d0ac917c26eec570f284a12.jpg?itok=hcXuOzd_ ""Cake Boss: Next Great Baker" just finished its third season last Monday. In addition to winning prizes in several of the rounds, the big winner receives $100,000, a magazine spread of their cakes, and the chance to intern at Carlo's Bakery under "Cake Boss" Buddy Valastro, who is the head judge throughout the competition.")
![Initially on Bravo, "Project Runway" moved to Lifetime after five seasons. Twelve fashion designers are whittled down through judgment of their clothing creations, and cannot use books or the internet for inspiration. The final three are given a budget and timeline to create a twelve-look creation, and the winner receives $100,000 and a spread in "Elle" magazine.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/83/90/8390049e964e4978c7d24036fed996a8.png?itok=YMhaRP-c "Initially on Bravo, "Project Runway" moved to Lifetime after five seasons. Twelve fashion designers are whittled down through judgment of their clothing creations, and cannot use books or the internet for inspiration. The final three are given a budget and timeline to create a twelve-look creation, and the winner receives $100,000 and a spread in "Elle" magazine.")
![RuPaul is the host of this series, which seeks to find "America's next drag superstar." Contestants must be biological men age 21 or older, and the competitions include everything from turning curtains into clothing and styling wigs to shooting music videos and creating scandalous red carpet photos. Prizes have changed each season, with lifetime supplies of makeup and thousands of dollars of prize money appearing often.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/f1/35/f13575fb96f9f9f6b323c8074814e908.png?itok=ftdjooyF "RuPaul is the host of this series, which seeks to find "America's next drag superstar." Contestants must be biological men age 21 or older, and the competitions include everything from turning curtains into clothing and styling wigs to shooting music videos and creating scandalous red carpet photos. Prizes have changed each season, with lifetime supplies of makeup and thousands of dollars of prize money appearing often.")
!["So You Think You Can Dance" has dancers performing solo, duet, and group dances in a variety of styles, trying to win the votes of the television audience as well as a panel of judges. The winner is declared "America's Favorite Dancer" and receive $250,000. Additional prizes have included roles in feature films, contracts for dancing in shows, and appearances on magazine covers.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/ba/1a/ba1a310282694965bc9ab2e6b509e341.jpg?itok=e9zN5ypi ""So You Think You Can Dance" has dancers performing solo, duet, and group dances in a variety of styles, trying to win the votes of the television audience as well as a panel of judges. The winner is declared "America's Favorite Dancer" and receive $250,000. Additional prizes have included roles in feature films, contracts for dancing in shows, and appearances on magazine covers.")
!["Top Chef" offers budding cooks the chance to win $125,000, competing in various food challenges. The series is judged by chefs including Padma Laksmi, Emeril Lagasse, and Wolfgang Puck. The series has had several spin-offs, including "Top Chef: Masters" for established chefs, "Top Chef: Just Desserts" for pastry chefs, and "Top Chef: Juniors" for young teens.](http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/profile_large/hash/43/ec/43ecc882bbfe29a1ff51841751f5ad30.jpg?itok=LY4hm_A7 ""Top Chef" offers budding cooks the chance to win $125,000, competing in various food challenges. The series is judged by chefs including Padma Laksmi, Emeril Lagasse, and Wolfgang Puck. The series has had several spin-offs, including "Top Chef: Masters" for established chefs, "Top Chef: Just Desserts" for pastry chefs, and "Top Chef: Juniors" for young teens.")
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