For U.S. students desiring to teach abroad
For
U.S. students desiring non-professional, short-term employment
For
long-term, professional employment
General
travel information and information on living abroad
Many students consider working overseas following graduation. While there are options for doing so, they can be a challenge to find. Your first question should be, "Why do I want to go abroad?" There can be several answers to this. Perhaps you simply want to live in and experience another culture for a short time, or you enjoyed your study abroad experience and would like to continue it. Usually, these reasons will require you to simply obtain a short-term job, but it is important to decide whether you are looking for a temporary or a permanent position.
For U.S. students desiring to teach abroad
Teaching abroad is
a huge field with many different opportunities. Finding a job is not always
the most difficult part. Evaluating which overseas programs are reputable
can be the most challenging aspect of the job search.
In general, avoid any organization that is reluctant to provide references
or does not provide clear contact information including a full mailing
address. Don't be fooled by a slick Web site; it does not necessarily
mean the organization is legitimate. Below are some reputable sites that
you may find particularly helpful in your job search:
JET
Program
This site is easy to use and includes experiences by other students in
Japan, basic info on living in Japan, and a list of requirements geared
towards recent graduates.
Teachers
of English to Speakers of Other Languages
TESOL's mission is to develop the expertise of its members and others
as they teach English to non-English speakers and to help foster effective
communication in diverse settings while respecting individuals' language
rights.
WorldTeach
This widely used program helps with overseas placement and includes FAQs
on teaching abroad. It lists jobs by country, program details, and applications.
Transitions
Abroad
Transitions Abroad offers 23 years of experience publishing a bimonthly
guide to practical information on affordable alternatives to mass tourism:
living, working, studying, or vacationing alongside the people of the
host country. Check out past and current articles, the online User-to-User
forum, and the free electronic newsletter.
University
of Michigan's International Center
An excellent site, it includes several links for teaching overseas.
International
Schools Service
The site includes an IRC chat room for questions or comments, a directory
of schools overseas, and FAQs on teaching overseas.
International
Opportunities Program
Links to many different web resources for teaching abroad.
English
Job Maze
Job listings for teaching internationally.
For U.S. students desiring non-professional, short-term employment
BUNAC
BUNAC will take care of all visa and work papers for those planning to
work in Britain, New Zealand, or Australia for up to six months.
Council
Exchanges
Those desiring to work in a foreign country for up to six months can search
a large database of jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities. A
domestic training program is also offered.
Council
on International Educator Exchange
Get tips and hints on traveling abroad. You may also search a database
of study abroad and work abroad (paid and unpaid) opportunities.
Interexchange
This site lists work abroad opportunities (internships, agricultural jobs,
resort jobs) for international and US students. Most jobs listed are in
Western Europe. Search for international internships by country or by internship type.
Subscribe to InternAbroad international internships newsletter.
Transitions
Abroad
Transitions Abroad offers 23 years of experience publishing a bimonthly
guide to practical information on affordable alternatives to mass tourism:
living, working, studying, or vacationing alongside the people of the
host country. Check out past and current articles, the online User-to-User
forum, and the free electronic newsletter.
Volunteer
Abroad
This site posts many different volunteer opportunities in a searchable
database. You may also subscribe to a volunteer newsletter.
For long-term, professional employment
Finding long-term employment overseas can be a challenging yet rewarding endeavor. PLEASE NOTE: It is very difficult to get work permits in a foreign country unless you have a specific skill that is seldom offered by a national of the host country. A common mistake for U.S. students is that they are far too general about what they want to do; simply looking for a position in "international business" is too general. Typically, you need to work in the United States for a few years, honing your skills and learning new skills before seeking an international assignment.
A good starting point for useful information on gaining long-term international employment is the University of Michigan International Center, which will provide you with more information and links for long-term employment overseas.
Australia
Search a large database of Australian job opportunities by location, type,
keyword, or classification. You may also sign up for email updates on
postings.
Career
Counseling Services at IUJ
This site offers tips on finding good companies and openings in Japan;
help with writing resumes; and advice on making connections in the Japanese
workplace.
Eurograduate.com
Search an up-to-date database with thousands of graduate opportunities.
The site offers advice on career planning and foreign job applications,
as well as general information on living and traveling abroad.
Expat
Network
Expat provides detailed info on different countries (living conditions,
healthcare, etc.). A nominal fee is required to use job search services,
which cover 140 countries worldwide.
International
Job Centers
For a one-time fee of $10 you may search a database of over 10,000 international
employers and job listings for most industrialized countries.
JobPilot
Receive emails of job listings matching your criteria. Most listings are
for Asia.
Monster.com
(International Directory)
Browse jobs by region or check out a message board for US workers going
abroad. Monster features an updated "Top 10" list of best international
job opportunities. You may also subscribe to the international newsletter.
Overseasjobs.com
This easy-to-use site is devoted solely to international job searches.
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General travel information and information on living abroad
There are many sites
with information on traveling and living abroad. Here are just a few to
peruse:
WorldVu
For issues specific
to women, see also:
Federation
of American Women's Clubs Overseas
If you would like more information, come by the Career Services library
or check out the library's collection of books on International
Employment and Careers in Travel and Hospitality.
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