EuroTrip '06

[DeeDee]

I'll graduating from high school next year. I want to stay in Europe for about six months. Should I apply for a working permit in the UK?

[Joanna]

There are programs like BUNAC that help students find temporary work and obtain work permits: www.bunac.com/

[CowTown19]

also the swap program, www.swap.ca/common/html/splash, which is a program that you pay a fee for and they set you up with accomodation listings and job postings for places that are specifically looking for limited term/foreign employment, amongst other things. A friend of mine is doing it in Paris right now, and another friend of mine just did it in New Zealand, both recommend it. Hope this helps and good luck!

[MuvverRussia]

What's your nationality? US/Canadian? It makes a big difference (it's a lot easier for Canadians/Commonwealth citizens, as they can get a working holidaymaker visa).

If you're not Commonwealth/EU/Norwegian etc then it gets a lot more interesting. Basically, your age and lack of qualifications will go against you as companies/organisations don't want to go through the hassle of getting someone from abroad to do a minimum wage job.

Assuming you are from the US, check out www.britainusa.com/sections/articles_show_nt1.asp?d=4&i=41124&L1=41118&L2=41124&L3=1&a=28578

Also check out www.britainusa.com/visas/other_show.asp?SarticleType=25&Other_ID=616 under Permit free employment. You may find something suitable, but bear in mind that you have to meet all of the criteria.

[DeeDee]

Thank a lot. Those sites are really helpfull.