Work experience is the experience that a person has working, or working in a specific field or occupation.

The phrase is sometimes used to mean a type of volunteer work that is commonly intended for young people -- often students -- to get a feel for professional working environments. Though the placements are unpaid, travel and food expenses are sometimes covered, and at the end of the appointment, a character reference is usually provided. The trainee usually has the opportunity to network and make contacts among the working personnel, and put themselves forward for any forthcoming opportunities for paid work. This group of political volunteers is working to promote voter turn-out. ... Alternate uses: Student (disambiguation) Etymologically derived through Middle English from the Latin second-type conjugation verb stŭdērĕ, which means to study, a student is one who studies. ...

However, in competitive freelance industries, the demand for placements can often be overwhelming. Though many people have professionally benefited from this type of experience, it’s advisable for persons to consider the financial implications of a placement -- there is a gentlemen’s agreement that it should never last more than one month -- and how exactly they would get their effort's worth once it’s over in the correct give and take relationship.

See also

• Intern
• Cooperative education

In North America, an intern is one who works in a temporary position with an emphasis on education rather than merely employment, making it similar in some respects to an apprenticeship. ... Cooperative education is a structured method of combining academic education with practical work experience. ...

External links

• [1], article about finding and making the most of work experience