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Like volunteering, work opportunities tend to fall into two categories: long term and short term. Some travelers want long-term jobs that allow them to get to know another part of the world as a member of the community, while others seek out short-term jobs to finance the next leg of their travels. In the US, people who want to work long-term should consider exchange programs. Short-term work is most often found in service industries and agriculture.
For either type of work, local newspapers are the best places to start searching. Internet search engines like www.monster.com and www.hotjobs.yahoo.com are also helpful. Note that working abroad often requires a special work visa; see the box below for more information.
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