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Since 1977, a pioneering travel resource for meaningful work, living, and study abroad.
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The Best Places to Teach English in Asia by Michael Hines
In addition to sharing chunks of the world's largest continent, quite a number of nations in Asia are also sharing another striking similarity: most are experiencing a rather acute demand for English teachers. From South Korea to Vietnam, Asian countries are in high gear towards getting their population to learn the lingua franca of globalization...
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Volunteering in Australasia: An Overview of the Top Opportunities by Nora Dunn
Most of Australasia (Australia and New Zealand in particular) is very well developed, and as such doesn’t have the same need for international volunteers as other less developed nations.... But there are still ways to volunteer in Australasia, and often with the added benefit of reducing your own travel expenses while you’re at it. |
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Adventures Working Abroad in Australia by Lauren Fitzpatrick
I knew that my next destination was Australia...it would mean a lot of independent planning, and I would have to organize my own job and accommodation—but that was part of the adventure...
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Short-Term Work
Abroad
Susan
Griffith, Short-Term Work Abroad 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 these in-demand jobs in Europe. |
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Working and
Living 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. In Build an International Employment Profile, he walks through key steps
— including study abroad, volunteer work, internships, or cultural immersion
travel — which often lead to an international career. |
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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 escape from the "rat race" at 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. |
Living and Working Overseas While Freelancing on the Web
Nora Dunn provides practical advice, descriptions based upon experience,
and resources to inspire you to enjoy the freedom possible when you live and work
abroad as a freelancer on the Web. |
Where the ESL Jobs
Are Overseas: Online But Off the Beaten Path
Duncan MacLeod, guides you to the many alternative websites where you can
search for 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. |
Canada Wants
You to Word Abroad: How to Get a Visa
Ramona Grenier on the requirements and steps to acquire your work permit
in Canada. |
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 prepare and
to find short-term work abroad, or to develop a career as an ESL teacher overseas. |
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 work abroad by seeking
out travel jobs. |
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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Featured Programs and Essential Resources
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China Study Abroad (CSA)
We're a comprehensive and affordable study abroad company that takes care of all your arrangements before you arrive in China and provides support throughout your stay. We want to make your time in China fun, exciting, and easy so that you can fully focus on your experience. Whether you're studying, interning, or teaching we find your housing, register you for classes, buy your books, plan excursions, provide 24 hour service, and much more..
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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 Chilean people. 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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Costa Rica Experience
Explore Costa Rica’s most incredible sights and get first-hand experience of local life! Take in everything from the Arenal Volcano to the idyllic Bocas del Toro islands and get ready for a truly Costa Rican adventure. Volunteer to save the sea turtles on the Pacific Coast, take a kayak trip, explore life above the canopy line, get adrenaline pumping on a zip line, try surfing, and build homes for underprivileged families. A jam-packed adventure that leaves no stone unturned in this beautiful Central American country!
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