Work and Travel in Athens

WORK IN ATHENS ALL YEAR ROUND

In Athens County we are in need of short term work all year round.
During the spring Athens County is in need of people willing to help in the gardens of elderly residents and the farms of the local farmers.
During the summer we have a lot of public pools and are in need of volunteers looking to become lifeguards.
Every Saturday morning downtown there is a farmers market. They are in need of volunteers to help set up and tear down stalls.
In Athens County we have a lot of trees and a lot of elderly residents, So basic beautification and raking leaves is a job that requires many volunteers.
In Athens County in the winter there are many soup kitchens in need of helpers.

People of Athens County are very accepting to travelers and guests. You wouldn't believe the hospitality here. If you would like to visit here or work here, we are glad to accept you!

And In Athens County, Work visa/permit info for short term work and volunteering isn't any different from the regional page.

In Athens County we will welcome you with open arms!

SEASONAL WORK IN ATHENS

SPRING

What kinds of work are available in the spring time in Athens. Remember to keep work that is all year round in the section above and not mention it again here.

SUMMER

The work that is needed by hosts in the summer in Athens

AUTUMN

What kinds of work are there in Athens in autumn? Maybe it's harvest time, but do people need the help of foreigners for either cheap labour or expertise? This is the kind of thing we need to know here.

WINTER

Skiing in Athens - does it exist? Is there plenty of opportunities for people to get work in Athens in the winter? What kind of skills are needed at this time of year? Please update this section and let fellow travellers know what you have learnt if you have worked in Athens in the winter or if you are a host and live here and can share your knowledge.

ATTITUDE TO FOREIGNERS WORKING IN ATHENS

What is the attitude here? Are we all rich idiot tourists and if so, why on earth would we want to do some work? Or are we seen as western supremacists and viewed with suspicion? Let us know your thoughts and update them here.