The Back Door Guide To Short Term Job Adventures

Updated for 2005, this is the comprehensive resource for off-the-beaten-path work-and-learn adventures. 1,000+ entries.

Provides information on internships, volunteer work, and short-term jobs around the world.

Adventures Unlimited is the best resource for finding great jobs in exotic places. The author uses his more than ten years of experience in the seasonal job market to share tips with those just getting started. Each chapter examines the benefits of seasonal employment along with the pitfalls to avoid. Learn how to find the job that is right for you, and how to get hired as well. The book includes jobs at summer camps, dude ranches, ski resorts, amusement parks, cruise lines, island hotels, and much more. There is an adventure waiting for you!

Whether you’re a high school student, already in college, a parent, or an adult returning to school, this guide can help you thoroughly and easily research all available financial aid options, narrow your search to those that are a good fit for you, and make the best attempt possible at applying for them. Within these pages, find ways to plan and save for the high cost of college tuition; how to look for schools that are less expensive yet offer everything an expensive school might; when and how to fill out forms for loans, grants, and scholarships; how to get the government to help you; tips on applications and essays; and much more. This unique guide emphasizes the help that your local library can be in this process, using its reference materials, the Internet, and the advice of experienced researchers. This is a book that can help change your life.

Have you ever thought about taking time off to • ride your bike across the United States? • conduct research in the Amazonian rain forest? • work on a presidential campaign? • build houses for the poor? Tens of thousands of students each year take a break before, or even during college to work, travel, volunteer, or do something just plain different. No matter what you may plan to do with your time away, Taking Time Off shows you how to make the most of it. Included are the inspiring stories of 26 students whose pursuits in their time away from school were fulfilling and enjoyable. You'll find practical advice on every aspect of planning a break, from researching your options and financing your leave to convincing your parents it's a worthy idea. This book's resources section also lists programs, jobs, and American and international organizations that can help you to plan your own time off.

Presents advice for teenagers on landing a dream job.