Truthmaster, do what you have to do to get the job you want. I've been a so called "professional pilot" for many (too many) years, and have yet to meet a pilot who has serious concerns with paying for your own type rating. Now I would NOT recommend flying for free, that is a negative in my mind and many I know. Even if you have to pay for your training, you should definately be paid something once on the line.
good luck to you.