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Elon Musk, the world's richest person, and Vivek Ramaswamy, a former Republican presidential candidate, have launched a new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) with the ambitious goal of trimming the US budget. The unconventional department is accepting resumes and seeks individuals with 'super high-IQ small-government revolutionaries' who are willing to work more than 80 hours per week, all for no compensation.
The DOGE X account, which already boasts 1.2 million followers, posted the job application on Thursday. While the post does not specify educational requirements or work experience, it emphasizes the need for individuals who are committed to cost-cutting and willing to put in long hours. The department has made it clear that they are not looking for 'part-time idea generators' but rather individuals who are fully dedicated to the task at hand.
Despite the high expectations and demanding workload, the position offers no salary. Musk has stated that the unpaid positions will 'greatly help America' and that the work will be 'tedious' and 'make lots of enemies.' The DOGE account has received a mixed response from potential candidates, with some expressing interest while others have poked fun at the unrealistic requirements and lack of compensation. However, the department maintains that they only intend to assess the 'top one per cent of applicants.'
The panel, which will operate without official Senate confirmation, aims to provide advice to the US President on how to slim down the government, cut regulations, reduce spending, and restructure federal agencies. In an effort to maintain transparency, the panel will post its actions for public comment and has even suggested creating a list of 'dumb' spending. Musk believes that the federal budget can be reduced by 'at least' $2 trillion, while Ramaswamy has indicated that the panel will begin 'crowdsourcing' examples of government waste and alleged fraud.
While the panel's impact remains to be seen, its unconventional approach and the high expectations it sets for its staff have garnered significant attention. The DOGE initiative presents a fascinating case study in the intersection of politics, technology, and personal ambition, with the ultimate goal of influencing the direction of US policy.
Source: High-IQ, 80+ hours of work, no pay: What are the qualifications to apply for Elon Musk’s DOGE job?