In addition, be realistic about the kind of position for which you are qualified and whether or not you can expect to receive a salary for your work. Some business firms, international organizations, and service industries do offer paid summer positions and internships. They may advertise in internship directories, on their web-sites, or through job placement services. And, they may not be able to offer a salary for summer positions. Some examples are small non-profit agencies, companies in countries with high unemployment, or industries that require extensive professional experience, language fluency, or highly specialized expertise.
Nonetheless opportunities are available, often in the form of unpaid internships.
Don't rule these positions out because they don't have a salary. If you have a good sense of your own aims ahead of time and a realistic knowledge of the local work environment, you will be able to focus your search and communicate more effectively with potential employers. They are, of course, interested to know why you are seeking employment with them specifically and why they should invite you to join their organization. Don't give up, but don't be overly aggressive in your attempts to sell yourself. You'll also want to know as much as you can about the location and field that you have in mind.