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WORK IN EUROPE

As an EU citizen you have the right to work in any member state, opening up a huge jobs market for you to search, which has to be good especially in this economic climate. Looking for job in another country may seem like a daunting task but there are services there to help you

We are a Local Relay for Eurodesk - a free information service providing young people and those who work with them with information on EU funding and opportunities to work, study, volunteer and travel in Europe. www.eurodesk.ie

www.ec.europa.eu   is a european union website which has very useful information and advice on working in Europe

Listed below are websites packed with information relevant to young people who wish to work in Europe

www.youthportal.ie

www.eurojobs.com

www.iaste.ie

www.europa-pages.com/jobs/index

Working in the Sun 

Working in holiday resorts around Europe is a wonderful way of enjoying the sun and beaches during the day and experience the social life and earn money at the same time.

The type of jobs that you can do includes almost anything, but most people going for the summer go for jobs in bars, restaurants or hotels. Fruit picking jobs are also quite easy to come by as employers often need a few days help.

Get there in early summer for the pick of the jobs and be determined.

It is often quite more expensive to live in Holidays Resorts then in other parts of the countries. Also, do not expect high wages for casual work. It is also useful to look for a job in hotels or apartments as they often provide accommodation.

Before you go

• Talk to someone who has spent a summer working in you intended destination - they should provide an accurate low-down on potential employment

• Try to have somewhere short-term to stay organized before you go - List of hostels are available in the Youth Information Centre - even if you intend to search for somewhere better when you get there at least you will have a base at the start.

• Make sure you have all relevant documents e.g. passport.

What you should bring with you:

• A flexible return ticket - if you run out of money abroad, at least you won't have any problems getting home.
• Bring proof of identity e.g. passport or ISIC card
• Visas, work authorisation documents if necessary
• An E111 card - it will entitle you to basic medical coverage in other EU countries (Pick a form up in the Youth Info Centre or apply on line)
• Sufficient Travel insurance
• Enough funds to sustain yourself for six weeks - living in short-stay accommodation, eating out, being paid by the month and accommodation deposits can leave you seriously challenged financially.
• Photocopies of your C.V. in the language of the countries you are going to , if possible.

Starting the search for work

• Check foreign newspapers available in Ireland
• Foreign companies often advertise in the Sunday Independent
• Use personal contacts in your chosen destination
• Check the EURES notice board in your local FAS office for work within Europe
• Check, where possible, listings of web site addresses for specific occupations
• Once abroad, register with local employment agencies and job centres

Organising Accommodation

• Make sure you make every effort to organise accommodation before you leave
• Check with whatever contacts you have in the country you are travelling to and see if they could put you up initially
• Book a hostel in advance if there is no-one to put you up
• Once abroad, check local newspapers and notice in shops for adverts for more long-term accommodation
• Remember, you will generally be expected to pay a months rent and a months deposit in advance

Useful links for summer jobs

www.anyworkanywhere.com

www.gapwork.com/europe

www.resortjobs.com

www.summerjobs.com

www.irishabroad.com