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Transitions Abroad Webzine (TAzine)
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Vacationing or Volunteering in an Eco-Friendly Guatemalan Mountain Lodge by Lies Ouwerkerk
Imagine waking up to the first rays of sunshine casting their spell on smoke puffing volcanoes and a lush valley just in front of you. And then realizing where you actually are: in a comfortable, rustic king size bed inside a secluded, window-walled tree house, with a hammock waiting for you on a private deck... |
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Teach English and Live in Brazil: No Better Time Than Now by John Clites
There is a very high demand for English teachers in Brazil, and that demand will only increase in the foreseeable future. Demand is fueled by a number of factors: flourishing tourism, expanding international trade, a burgeoning oil and gas industry, and the looming World Cup and Olympic Games... |
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How to Teach ESL and Live in Mexico as a Freelancer by Ted Campbell
Each school is quite different and they complement each other well. Mornings I teach at the Anglo, a small language school near my house. This morning I had two classes from 7:15 to 10:30. The first were four people in their 20s and 30s who come to class before work. They are eager to learn and always participate. The second class has a few housewives and a few students who go to work later in the day, including a professional guitarist. Like the first class, these students want to speak more than anything else... |
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The Networking Manifesto for International Employment by Zahara Heckscher
This guide is targeted to people who seek their first international job. The tips can be used to find short-term or long-term assignments, and will be helpful for recent college graduates, mid-career professionals, and retired people eager for new adventures ...
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Is Teaching English as a Foreign Language Right For You? by John Clites
John Clites' introductory column as our TEFL Abroad Columnist, part of an extensive series where he will approach in practical ways issues relating to teaching English abroad based upon his own unique experience. |
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Dual Volunteerism in Guatemala: Help More for Less by Jonathon Engels
I live in one of the most NGO-dense countries in the world: Guatemala. Here, there are NGOs that provide aid in education, build schools, houses and industries, work to save the environment, provide medical and nutritional assistance… something to fill just about every type of need. Of course, this does not completely solve those annoying money issues, but I have found a great way to do so... |
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Short-Term Work
Abroad
Susan
Griffith, Work Abroad Contributing Editor for Transitions Abroad, offers
a selection of key employers for short-term and summer jobs overseas. Susan also
provides an overview with essential resources for those who are seeking work teaching
English in Asia, Latin America, Western Europe, and Central and Eastern Europe. Work Abroad as an Au Pair or a Nanny offers extensive
details and links for in-demand jobs in Europe. |
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Living and
Working Abroad
Author of the bible on work abroad, The BIG Guide to Living and Working Overseas, Jean-Marc Hachey shares his insights into international employment trends and offers inspirational
advice to short- and long-term job seekers. |
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Living
Abroad: Choosing a Country That's Best For You
Experienced long-term traveler, volunteer, expatriate, and Living Abroad editor Volker Poelzl—whose work for Transitions Abroad has involved researching comprehensive global and country-by-country expatriate resource guides—describes the
lure of life overseas for the estimated 6.3 million Americans who have already decided
to take the plunge. In addition, Volker provides a list of the top twelve
countries for those contemplating a new life in another country—whether
to work abroad, retire, experience an extended period of cultural immersion, or
simply to venture away from home. |
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Living
Abroad in Costa Rica
Erin Van Rheenen paints a picture of life as an expatriate immersed in the
lush tropical lands of Costa Rica and the renowned hospitality of its people. In
extended excerpts from her guidebook, which is part of the Living Abroad series by Avalon Travel Publishing,
she offers step-by-step details and advice on local history, culture, geography,
residency requirements, working visas, moving considerations, safety, retirement,
and much more. |
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Internship
Work Abroad
William
Nolting, work abroad and study abroad editor for Transitions Abroad,
identifies and categorizes student internship jobs overseas. |
Teaching Abroad: The Recession-Proof Employment Option
Michael G. Hines describes in practical terms why teaching is one of the
most recession-proof jobs available in these troubled economic times as he initiates
a series on this most common form of work abroad by region. |
Freelance Jobs
Can Be Your Ticket to Living Overseas
Adam Bray describes the pros and cons of freelance work abroad and provides
practical tips which have made for a positive and liberating experience. |
Work Abroad in Adventure Travel: Questions and Answers
Experienced expert Tariq El Kashef offers his "Questions
and Answers" on available jobs abroad in adventure travel and careers leading
tours. |
Where the ESL Jobs
Are Overseas: Online But Off the Beaten Path
Duncan MacLeod, guides you to the many alternative websites where you can
find paid work teaching English abroad independently. |
Summer and Seasonal Work in Australia
Lisa Ponefract finds that the best travel jobs in Australia are off-the-beaten-path
and offers her inside tips and prime resources for a variety of options for summer
and seasonal work. |
Work Abroad as a Freelance Foreign Correspondent
Jason Motlagh describes the tough but fascinating world of the freelancing
journalist abroad. He provides practical tips on how and where to land your first
job while providing a checklist for journalists first arriving for work overseas. |
Work Abroad as a Nurse
Caroline A. Polt, RN, describes her experience working as a nurse
in Saudi Arabia and documents the many jobs available overseas. |
Teaching English
Abroad
Randall Davis offers his expertise and selected resources to help you prepare and
to find paid work overseas as an ESL teacher. |
Teaching English and Living in Mexico as a Mex-Pat
Jonathan Clark provides inside tips on finding work teaching English in Mexico, and offers a variety of perspectives from the many mex-pats making it their new home. |
How to Work
Abroad After College
Katie Kreuger on the transition from college study to finding jobs overseas by combining work and travel. |
The Expat’s Survival Guide: Searching for International Jobs
Leslie Strazzullo offers practical advice and strategies on how to plan your
search and obtain your goals for work abroad. |
What it Takes to Live and Work Abroad
Celeste Heiter summarizes the essential attributes for a successful and rewarding
experience living and working abroad. |
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A Foreigner in the Middle Kingdom: Living, Working and Studying in China by Maggie Simons
2012 Transitions Abroad Student Writing Contest Winner!
Carefully choosing a program based on what you want to get out of your abroad experience is very important. If you want to travel more than study, do not take an intensive course. If you want to do an internship, look for a program that specializes in placing students in their field of study. CIEE offers great programs for working and traveling, and Nanjing University, the university where I studied, has a large and renowned study abroad program...
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The Benefits of
Study Abroad
A study by Professors Mary Dwyer and Courtney Peters of IES Abroad details the personal, academic, cultural and career development benefits of overseas
education—which is often the best preparation as a student for work abroad. |
Job Strategies
While Abroad: How to Get the Best “Career Punch” From Your Study Abroad
Experience
Jean-Marc Hachey on ways to transform your study abroad experience into a
preparation for long-term work abroad or even as a path to finding a career overseas. |
Finding Internships
in Italy
Emma Bird provides practical tips and resources for those seeking internship
work in Italy. |
The Rise of Study Abroad in Asia
Stacey Hartmann on the growing opportunities
and trends for U.S. students seeking cultural contrasts along with study abroad
tips for Asia. |
Study French in
France
Sharon Goldstein sorts through the many options in France for language immersion
study. |
Paid
Software Internships in India
Transitions Abroad offers a glimpse of a summer job in India’s
dream software company, based in Bangalore, South India - a fascinating opportunity
for paid study and work abroad. |
Work, Study, Travel:
The Combination Allows You to Live Abroad as a Local
Jen Swanson's story provides tips, inspiration and resources on how to extend
your travel overseas by incorporating short-term work with study abroad. |
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Featured Programs and Essential Resources
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Cross-Cultural Solutions: Volunteer Abroad for the Experience of a Lifetime!
Experience another culture like never before while making a real difference in people’s lives. You’ll gain perspectives and insights into the local culture and yourself while working side-by-side with local people on community-led initiatives. Placements are available in the areas of social services, education, and health. Choose from 12 countries—Brazil, China, Costa Rica, Ghana, Guatemala, India, Morocco, Peru, Russia, South Africa, Tanzania, and Thailand.
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Teach English in Chile with InterExchange - No Teaching Certificate Required
Teach English in Chile and discover the breathtaking scenery, rich culture and friendly people Chile is famous for! You will work as a volunteer in a highly regarded Chilean Education program to provide classroom support, motivate students and teach English language skills. Orientation, TEFL training, Spanish lessons, host family accommodation and meals are all provided.
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Internships in China
As China rapidly expands into a world marketplace and economic powerhouse, employers are increasingly looking at experience with China as an extremely valuable asset in new applicants. An internship in China can boost your resume, supply you with valuable experience, and vastly improve your cross-cultural communication skills. ELI offers internships in Shanghai for students in nearly every major, from engineering, to marketing, to medicine... expand your world!
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Internships in Argentina, China, Ireland, South Africa and Spain!
Connect-123 helps you find career-related international internships in business, human rights, education, health care and many other fields. From your first days on the job, roll up your sleeves and dive in, working on projects that make a real contribution to local organizations and add real-world experience to your resume. Both start dates and durations are flexible and all programs include 24/7 support.
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Teach English Abroad in Europe with LanguageCorps
For many, Europe is the destination of choice and with LanguageCorps you have a range of options including popular, traditional destinations of Spain, Greece, and Italy as well as the Czech Republic, Hungary, Russia, and Turkey - some of the hot new Eastern European countries. There is still a high demand for English teachers, and as one, you will be able to live in one of these cultures instead of just visiting!
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Paid Teacher in South Korea with Geovisions
Gain international experience while enriching the lives of students in South Korea. As a native speaker you can become an asset to educational establishments by improving the standard of English in South Korea. Teaching can be an amazing opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others, while experiencing the rich culture of the Eastern world.
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Paid Teaching Positions in Vietnam with Greenheart Travel
Greenheart Travel's Teach in Vietnam program is a rare opportunity to work in a flexible, 2 - 12 month paid teaching position in Southeast Asia. Spend a few months or a year living and working in the historic and beautiful capital city of Hanoi. Experience this unique country through full immersion, sampling Vietnam's rich history, diverse landscape, friendly people, delicious cuisine, and plenty of adventure!
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LanguageVacation: The Language Immersion Experts
Language Vacation offers short or long term language courses and total cultural immersion abroad. Studying abroad, in the country a language is spoken is the most effective way to learn another language. Enjoy year round language programs worldwide for Adults and junior summer language camps and programs for Teenagers. We will give you unbiased help in choosing the right type of language immersion and language course abroad to match your needs and requirements. |
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