Stories From Abroad: Off the Beaten Path in Africa
Having previously volunteered with the Peace Corps in Mozambique for two years, Jimmy knew he wanted to head back to Africa to visit his friends and make new connections. Jimmy’s story illustrates the...
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 ArticleMyWorldBuzz: Roadmaps!
We are pleased to announce the release of our first Roadmap prototypes. The MyWorldAbroad Roadmap for Researching STEM International Internships and Co-op Placements is a one-page guide designed to...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: A Literary Education in the UK
Ashlee went abroad to expand her cultural understanding and fuel her interest in literature. Walking the very same streets as her favourite authors connected her to English cultural history and ignited...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Adapting to Work in Peru
An internship placement was one of the mandatory components of Sheila’s undergraduate degree, and to fulfill the requirement she chose to travel to Huacho, Peru, where she worked first for the water...
View ArticleCareer-boosting Strategies While Studying Abroad
Heading abroad to study will be one of the most exciting times in your life. You’ll be learning more than you ever thought possible, meeting people you never expected to meet and building skills that...
View ArticleTop Tips: Learning 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 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 ArticleStories From Abroad: A Season in Sweden
Joshua spent a semester in Sweden soaking up the culture, connecting with fellow students and taking side trips to a variety of other European destinations. His experience highlights the positive...
View ArticleTop Tips: Teaching English Abroad
Teaching English Abroad gives you all the basics about one of the most popular short-term professions abroad. You’ll learn who can teach, how to get hired and why it’s a great career move if you are...
View Article12 Months, 12 Countries!
Bryan's story will be an inspiration to any hopeful globe-trotter! Visiting 12 countries in just a year, Bryan built a deep understanding of how to engage with cultures abroad. He also supported...
View ArticleResearching Internationally-focused Degrees
Having an international studies focus in your degree is a great way of building cross-cultural understanding and a strong global perspective. If you are considering undertaking an international studies...
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: Skill-Building in Bonn
Erika spent a summer in Bonn, Germany, where she interned at a conference center as part of a work-study program. While abroad, Erika was able to build coordination and management skills, practice her...
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: Finding Home By Teaching Abroad
Seth and his partner Julia are both teachers abroad, currently based in Hong Kong. Seth's story about teaching abroad long-term highlights the joys of cross-cultural immersion and the satisfaction of...
View ArticleSelling Your Skills With An Elevator Pitch
If you’re a student or young professional starting out on an international career, you’ve almost certainly heard the term “elevator pitch” before. An elevator pitch, simply put, is a short,...
View ArticleTop Tips: Resources for the International Job Search
The Internet has opened up a whole new world for job searchers the world over. The variety of opportunities seems almost endless when you're first starting your research online. Here are a few...
View ArticleStories from Abroad: Making the Most of Milano
While living in Milan, Davis took every opportunity to soak up the local culture. According to Davis, the study abroad experience transformed him from a “naïve, awkward American boy into a brand new...
View ArticleTop Tips: Volunteer Abroad
Volunteering is one of the most popular go abroad experiences; and people do it for a variety of reasons: some want to have an adventure, while others are hell-bent on saving the world. Whatever your...
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