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MyWorldBuzz: Newsletter Service

We are pleased to offer client schools full reproduction rights for all components of our Global Nudge Newsletter. Our newsletter contains a month-by-month collection of themed content based on the...

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Stories From Abroad: Food, Fun and Festivals in Germany

Since both of her parents are of German descent, going on exchange to Germany was a natural choice for Sabrina’s first long-term adventure abroad. She took part in a year-long exchange program that...

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Debunking the Myths About How Young Professionals Find International Jobs

There are multiple prevailing myths about how students and young professionals find international jobs and start building global careers. Could you be planning your international future based on these...

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Top Tips: Go International with the Canadian Government

Students interested in international careers with governments in Canada can learn about relevant federal, provincial and territorial organizations, their responsibilities and the opportunities offered...

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Stories From Abroad: A Hospital Helper in Costa Rica

Stephanie spent almost two months interning at a hospital in Costa Rica, where she was able to combine her passion for Spanish language with her personal career goals. Facing an initial setback,...

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Top Tips: Selling Your International Skills

Knowing how to sell your international skills (no matter your experience level) allows you to maximize the career value of your cross-cultural experiences and put your best foot forward as you enter...

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Stories From Abroad: Sports, Study and Fun in France

All it took was a poster in her exchange coordinator’s office to get Sheila hooked on the idea of studying in France. Studying in Lyon, Sheila expanded her cultural horizons by building her French...

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10 Easy Ways for Students to Build International Skills!

In the new global economy, international skills are crucial for success in almost every field. And how are international skills built? Step-by-step, over time! This means that your first years in...

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Top Tips: Spousal Employment and Freelancing Abroad

Husbands, wives, fiancées and partners who are accompanying a loved one on a trip or work term abroad have a very unique type of international experience. Traveling abroad with a loved one can...

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Stories From Abroad: Real Stories and Real People in Mexico

Katie combined her passions for travel, volunteering and the Spanish language and spent two months working on two volunteer projects in Oaxaca, Mexico. A positive attitude, adaptibility and a love of...

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Top Tips: United Nations & Other IGOs

Intergovernmental organizations are the largest international employers in the world, and building a career in the industry can be both rewarding and exciting. Here are a few key things that students...

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Stories From Abroad: A Professional Visit to Vietnam

By the time Behrang arrived in Hanoi, Vietnam, he was already a seasoned traveler, and was hoping to build professional experience working in the Pacific region. While working at the University of...

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24 Ways to Go International

Building real-world international experience is just plain life-changing: not only will you enrich your life and gain new perspective on yourself and the world, you’ll also open the door to countless...

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Top Tips: Women Overseas

Although the Western world is hinged on a culture of equality between the sexes, some other regions approach the issue from a different angle. It's still important to consider gender issues when...

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Stories From Abroad: Rolling with the Punches in Seoul

Yenny was searching for a once-in-a-lifetime experience to help her regain perspective after graduation. Her insightful story demonstrates the dedication it takes to succeed in an unfamiliar work...

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MyWorldBuzz: International School Year Checklist

It can be challenging to keep your international skill-building goals in mind while the school year is underway. We have created the new International School Year Check List Quick Guide to help you...

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Stories From Abroad: From Cold Feet to Confidence in Germany

While still in school, Donna decided to put her German language skills to the test by participating in a co-op program with Eurocopter Deutschland, an aviation company. During her semester abroad,...

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How To Survive Your First International Internship

No internship – international or otherwise – is perfect. Succeeding in your first international internship is about maintaining good workplace habits and a high standard of professional output, but...

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Top Tips: The 50+ Worker Abroad

There are so many benefits to expanding your cultural horizons later in life, and there are many more opportunities than you might think. If you haven't considered heading abroad in your pre-retirement...

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Stories From Abroad: A Spring Semester in London

Going abroad is an excellent way to test your independence! Ashley decided to study in London to do just that. Over the course of her time in London, she met new people, saw new sights and had...

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