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How do I WORK (not study) abroad in South America?

  • I'd like to work for 6-12 months in Latin America somewhere as a US citizen there on work visa but can't find ANY opportunities. Everything I've found has either been study abroad or volunteer spots and the peace Corps requires you to serve 27 months. I tried contacting several embassies and the state department with no luck. I can speak spanish almost fluently and would like to gain work experience in South America. Thanks.

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    Working in SA is an awesome way to travel and experience South American cultures. I would highly encourage it. I just got back from 4 months of traveling Chile and Argentina. I taught English out of my home to get by, but I know that there are dozens of English Institutes in both of those countries that are always willing to hire a native English speaker. Wall Street Institute is one such school in Santiago de Chile. Many of these institutes pay you cash, but others sponsor work visas. It just depends on the school. In my case, I used my friends in Santiago to recommend me as a teacher. A week into my stay, I had several students lined up and some office buildings that were interested in me teaching thier employees. Even my doctor set up classes with me! And the pay was great. With a contact or two and a bit of research, you can make it work! If you aren't into teaching English, try tourist oriented restaurants or cafes. They often prefer hiring foreign help.

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You would need to choose a specific country, then apply for a work visa. In most countries, you must find an employer first, then that employer sponsors your work visa...so it is not easy. Can't be Brazil, and Colombia , Venezuela, Bolivia are very dangerous, have horrid economies, and not likely to hire an American unless you are highly educated, highly skilled . Might try Chile or Argentina. most Latin American countries have horrid economies, high unemployment and greatly discourage foreign workers...as do most countries. Jobs pay very litlte..not enough to be worthwhile unless you are a professional, then they pay less than 1/10th what they pay in the U.S. To be honest, you can make so much more in the U.S., it would be better to work hard in the U.S., save up enough to last for 6 months, then travel to South America on your savings. You could earn practically nothing if you worked there....maybe $5.00 a day.

Charlie

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