Top Tips: International Resumes
There are important differences between an international resume and a domestic one. An international resume requires you to demonstrate on paper that you have the required overseas skills and...
View ArticleTravel Smarts
Making the decision to go abroad is one of the most exciting and rewarding moments in a student or young professional's life. It's easy to get carried away by your motivation to go abroad as soon as...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Motivated in Madagascar
Yannish doubled the value of his study abroad term in the UK by adding a three-week internship in Madagascar to the end of his trip. By the time he arrived to begin his internship, he’d had already...
View ArticleTop Tips: Living Overseas
As soon as you decide to move abroad, you’ll need to start building up your knowledge base – both about your destination country and about what to expect when immersing yourself in a new culture. This...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: One Summer, Two Internships!
It takes determination and dedication to complete two international internships in a single summer – but JJ did just that by being well-researched, proactive and confident. Find out how this library...
View ArticleTop Tips: NGOs and International Development
A lot of students dream of a career in international development. But, what is the best way to prepare yourself for a successful career with an NGO or international development organization? We've...
View ArticleInternational Love Affairs & the Trailing Spouse
Countless couples have met while traveling. Those who travel are inspired, intellectually vibrant and they can often form connections easily. Cross-cultural personal relationships have their own...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Into The Wild in Alaska
As an environment and resource management major, Suzanne wanted to enrich her undergraduate experience by studying some of the issues covered in her course work first-hand. So she applied to...
View ArticleTop Tips: Building International Skills
We are living in an increasingly globalized world, and your level of cross-cultural understanding can make or break your international career. Don’t wait until you have graduated before you think about...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Getting in Sync in Nairobi
Elisabeth knew that she wanted to use her undergraduate co-op placement to learn about international workplace culture in a developing nation. While working as a project officer in the nursing services...
View ArticleTop Tips: Learn A Language
Having a second or third language greatly increases your appeal to international employers. Not only does it show that you are capable and adaptable, it also shows your commitment to cross-cultural...
View ArticleNorth American Identity in the International Workplace
Being able to describe other cultures is a key component of an International IQ. What you might not realize is that it’s equally important to be able to describe and analyze your own culture...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Springtime in Spain
Inspired by a passionate Spanish teacher, Ashley always knew she wanted to spend time in Spain. Click the link below to learn about her integration into Spanish culture, her bond with her homestay...
View ArticleTop Tips: Intern Abroad
Landing an international internship can be a daunting prospect, but it will give your international career a major boost. In order to land the right internship and get the most out of it, you need to...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Out and About in Paris
With university majors in international studies and French, it was an obvious choice for Heather to spend some time in Paris. With an eye to making the most of the opportunity to improve her French...
View ArticleTop Tips: Job Hunting When You Return From Abroad
Job Hunting When You Return is a short section describing how to sell yourself to employers after you return from time abroad. If you have spent time working abroad, you may not know how to describe...
View ArticleSpousal Employment and Freelancing Abroad
There may come a time when you decide to go abroad with a romantic partner or spouse, or when you decide to go and freelance abroad, without a fixed plan or contract. Perhaps your partner has received...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Ten Years Teaching in Seoul
Talk about full-blown cross-cultural immersion! A one-year teaching job in Gwangju turned into a ten-year, life-changing experience for Gary. According to Gary, a positive outlook makes a world of...
View ArticleTop Tips: International Law Careers
If law is your field, but you're committed to having an international career, Public International Law could be a good focus area for you.Read more about Top Tips: International Law CareersPublish a...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Encountering Cultures Across Europe
Amy traveled some serious distances as part of her multi-month backpacking adventure. From London to Venice to Prague and beyond, she made the most of her time and money. Read her story to find out...
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