Work and Travel in New York

WORK IN NEW YORK ALL YEAR ROUND

I have experience in the business world and know that financial banks are having trouble keeping postions filled. If you have experience in finance or accounting check out some banks. Also insurance and investment agencies. Companies like prudential and Northwestern mutual are always looking for new employees who can help sell insurance to clients. if you have good interpersonal skills and communication this might be for you.

SEASONAL WORK IN NEW YORK

SPRING

What kinds of work are available in the spring time in New York. Remember to keep work that is all year round in the section above and not mention it again here.

SUMMER

Summer is landscaping time! With all of the snow in New York this is the time for families to get their new patios in.

AUTUMN

What kinds of work are there in New York in autumn? Maybe it's harvest time, but do people need the help of foreigners for either cheap labour or expertise? This is the kind of thing we need to know here.

WINTER

Skiing in New York - does it exist? Are there plenty of opportunities for people to get work in New York in the winter? What kind of skills are needed at this time of year? Please update this section and let fellow travellers know what you have learnt if you have worked in New York in the winter or if you are a Host and live here and can share your knowledge.

ATTITUDE TO FOREIGNERS WORKING IN NEW YORK

What is the attitude of the locals here? Are we all rich idiot tourists and if so, why on earth would we want to do some work? Or are we seen as western supremacists and viewed with suspicion? Let us know your thoughts and update them here.