International Employment
- Use reputable sources and job boards when seeking employment overseas.
- Acquire a work permit or the appropriate visa. Without a permit or visa, you risk possible fines, deportation, low wages, exploitation, and lack of legal protection.
- For a minimal charge, some work exchange programs arrange work permits for participants prior to leaving the U.S.
- While some participants arrange their jobs prior to departure and target career-related fields, most find jobs after arriving overseas, often in service-related positions such as waiting tables, tending bar, caring for children, or doing seasonal farm work.
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Volunteer Abroad
There are many opportunities to volunteer abroad. Some opportunities pay expenses while others provide room and board or charge a fee to participate.
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Teaching English Abroad
- Often requires a bachelor's degree and being a native English speaker.
- Formal ESL credentials are not always required, but can open doors to university jobs, higher salaries, and positions in tighter markets.
- International ESL experience is a great advantage.
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Peace Corps
Peace Corps has thousands of volunteer job opportunities for America's graduates interested in public service.