New York City Long-Term Work

If you're planning on spending a substantial amount of time (more than three months) working in New York City, search for a job well in advance. Although they are sometimes only available to college students, internships are a good way to ease into working. Be wary of advertisements for companies claiming to be able to get you a job for free—often the same listings are available online or in newspapers. For foreigners looking to find work in New York, the Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) is a reputable organization. CIEE offices are located at 300 Fore St., Portland, ME 04101 (☎1-207-553-4000 www.ciee.org). Craigslist ( www.newyork.craigslist.org), Monster ( www.www.monster.com">www.monster.com">www.www.monster.com), and Yahoo Hotjobs ( www.hotjobs.yahoo.com) are also worth a look.

Teaching

While some elite private American schools offer competitive salaries, teaching in the United States tends to offer more personal satisfaction than monetary incentives. Perhaps this is why volunteering ...more

Au Pair Work

Au pairs are typically women aged 18-26 who work as live-in nannies, caring for children and doing light housework in exchange for room, board, and a small spending allowance or stipend. One perk of the ...more

Food Service

The highest paid food-service employees tend to be waiters and waitresses. Food service employees often make less than minimum wage, but their salary is supplemented with tips, which can average around ...more