If you're looking for an inexpensive way to experience total cultural immersion, or to simply earn your way through an adventure abroad, here's a good place to start. You can get a work permit without a job offer, you can work at any job you find, and the application process is non-competitive. Without a work permit, you could only work illegally, seriously limiting your options. Participants in the France, Germany, and Costa Rica programs must have had two years' study of the appropriate language. The average time for finding jobs is around one week, depending upon the country.
Some participants arrange interviews in advance, but a firm job offer in advance is rare.
Bring your resume and references from previous employers or professors and a suit for interviews. Take advantage of optional room reservation services offered by most of these programs. It's advisable to find your apartment after you get your job to minimize commuting time. Some jobs include housing. Most programs require you to have your own health insurance.