The hunt is on for the next driver of the iconic Wienermobile. Oscar Mayer is now accepting applications for the best job ever, and YOU can apply.
Here’s the Job Description
If you have ever wished you were an Oscar Mayer wiener, now you can be! Or, er, you can drive one, at least. The folks at Oscar Mayer are looking for a new driver, or “Hotdogger,” to escort the giant wiener across the nation. It’s a pretty high honor considering the Wienermobile has been going cross-country since 1936.
The position isn’t just driving, though. The newest Hotdogger to carry on the legacy will be a spokesperson for Oscar Mayer for one year. This means public appearances and some time on the small screen. As a Hotdogger, you’ll also receive a competitive salary on top of the sightseeing bonus.
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Are You Qualified?
Oscar Mayer is looking for someone who’s as wacky and creative as they are. You also have to be pretty ready for an adventure. The more intense qualification includes either a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Art degree in one of the following fields:
- public relations
- communications
- advertising
- marketing
- journalism
They’re also open to other fields of study, and you get brownie points if you’re bilingual. The competition could be pretty tight for this one, so get those applications in as soon as possible!
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Give It a Shot
If you’d like to throw your hat in the ring, Oscar Mayer is accepting applications until January 31. The position is only one calendar year long, so it’s the perfect amount of time to get some adventuring in before heading back home.
Any applications can be sent to Oscar Mayer directly at wmrequest@kraftheinzcompany.com. Alternatively, you can mail your application with the subject “Hotdogger Position” to 560 E Verona Avenue, Verona, WI, 53593. Good luck to all you future Hotdoggers!
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These deluxe chili dogs are a surefire hit at family functions and tailgates. Adults and children alike love the cheesy chili sauce, and the toppings are fun! —Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon
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We wanted to get creative with hot dogs, so we made a mac-and-cheesy one. Pile on the extra cheese, relish and even bacon. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
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For a new twist on an old favorite, try these skewered hot dogs wrapped with breadstick dough and baked. They're fun to dip in ketchup, mustard or ranch dressing. The dressed-up dog recipe comes kid-tested from the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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For parties, we shrink down lots of foods to slider size, including these quick hot dogs. Pile on the easy but irresistible fruit salsa for a burst of fresh flavor. —Carole Resnick, Cleveland, Ohio
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For pigs in a blanket Mexican style, we add refried beans and green chilies. Spice it up even more with pepper jack, jalapenos and guacamole. —Jennifer Stowell, Montezuma, Iowa
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I wanted to riff on hot dogs, so I made corn dog muffins. I added jalapenos to this “kid friendly” recipe and won my husband over, too. —Becky Tarala, Palm Coast, Florida
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Here's a juicy, delicious and savory meal in a bun! I make these bacon-wrapped hot dogs for picnics, barbecues and tailgate parties, and they always get compliments. To transport, wrap the hot dogs in foil and then in paper. —Peter Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas
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These tiny, tangy appetizers have such broad appeal. I prepare them often for holiday gatherings, weddings and family reunions. They're convenient to serve at parties since the sauce can be made ahead, then just reheated with the franks before serving. —Lucille Howell, Portland, Oregon
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For these nifty foil packs, small hands make quick work of topping potato wedges with a hot dog, onions and cheese. — Kelly Westphal, Wind Lake, Wisconsin
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Each American city dishes up hot dogs with its own combination of toppings. Toledo is no exception. We came up with a version of Tony Packo’s Hungarian hot dog, which is a citywide favorite in Toledo, Ohio. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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An American favorite, hot dogs, turn into a fun treat that is great for a laid-back party. They get three special treatments in this recipe: Chicago-style, Bavarian and South of the Border. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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There are so many different ways to top a hot dog, but this tasty sloppy joe version beats them all. ‐Kimberly Wallace, Dennison, Ohio
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Not only do my grandchildren love these cheese-and-bacon filled hot dogs, but they enjoy helping put the meal together, too. It's the perfect solution to a last-minute lunch. —Lyletta Searle, Morgan, Utah
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Everyone in our family, from smallest kids to oldest adults, loves these hot dogs. Throw chili and dogs together in the morning or the night before, then just pop in a bun and top to serve. —Michele Harris, Vicksburg, Michigan
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A co-worker who loves hot dogs shared this recipe with me. Baked in a purchased pastry shell, the pie is easy to assemble and is on the table in just 30 minutes. —Amy Bullis, Henryville, Pennsylvania
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These baked hot dog sandwiches appeal to kids of all ages. Even my husband, Allan, admits to enjoying every bite! We like to dip them in ketchup and mustard. —Linda Young, Longmont, Colorado
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Long live childhood favorites! I created this recipe for the 125th anniversary of a small town in Minnesota. The medium spice level means that people of all ages love the flavors. —Barb Templin, Norwood, Minnesota
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These hot dogs zoom off the plate when turned into mini racecars. Let kids customize them with a few simple tricks. — Jenni Sharp, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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I grew up in northern New Jersey, where hot dogs with grilled potatoes were born. It's a combo you’ll love. —Suzanne Banfield, Basking Ridge, New Jersey
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Many Rhode Islanders spell wiener with an “ei” and serve theirs “all the way” with meat sauce, mustard, onion and a sprinkle of celery salt. —Karen Barros, Bristol, Rhode Island
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