About the job:
What you do
As a Rally Driver, you basically race against other drivers to reach the finish line first. You also make special appearances to help promote your team and to earn sponsorship money.
The tough stuff
As a Rally Driver, you will have to:
- Cope with physical and mental fatigue
- Handle the risks of potential accidents
The cool stuff
As a Rally Driver, you will get to:
- Feel awesome after winning a race!
- Make a good amount of money if you win races
- Live a life of excitement
Typical work hours
- 40+ hours per week
- 40% weekends and traveling
Are you the right fit?
Best high school track(s)
- Any Track
Personal qualities
- Dexterity (hands and fingers)
- Reasoning & Problem Solving
Will you make money?
Education stuff:
Education required
- There are no specific educational requirements, although Rally Drivers have to complete courses that license them to operate high-speed vehicles.
Helpful resources
Local universities
International universities
Video Description
Do you want to get your motor running? Got the need for speed?
In this Nooreed interview, Billy Karam explains how to work your way into a career as a rally driver. What’s more, he shares his tips on how to remain competitive in the long-term; you need a strong drive to stay ahead of the game.
Whether it's for fun, or as a professional career, we hope you enjoy this Nooreed ride with the one and only, Billy Karam.
Biography
Billy Karam is a racing driver and several times champion who went off the beaten path of an ordinary racer. After two records in 2009 and 2011, Billy Karam obtained his third Guinness World Records on 17 November 2016. In a warehouse he owns in Zouk Mosbeh north of Beirut 37,777 model cars and 577 unique item dioramas are displayed in a huge museum of twelve large showrooms. A collection that he started gathering 25 years ago.