We are in the same situation. Though illegal I see many for-profit businesses advertising unpaid intern positions, and I am sure they get hundreds of replies, e

We are in the same situation. Though illegal I see many for-profit businesses advertising unpaid intern positions, and I am sure they get hundreds of replies, especially University students. Between the difficulty in finding a job, and the fact that many students are completely supported by their parents - they can afford, and are eager to work for free in exchange for valuable experience/foot in the door/recommendations.