Americans Studying/Working Abroad
The National Association of Colleges and Employers reports that 41% of employers across the globe are finding it more difficult to fill jobs, specifically openings for sales representatives, skilled manual trades people, and technicians in the areas of production/operations, engineering, and maintenance, according to results of Manpower Inc.'s annual Talent Shortage Survey. This survey also lists the top ten “hot jobs” as reported by 37,000 employers across 27 countries. [1]
If you are adventurous, love learning and experiencing different cultures, and willing relocate, you might just improve your chances of finding employment related to your area of interest. When planning your job search, keep in mind that there are very good opportunities in other countries. The links below will help you to identify relevant resources and you will also find helpful tips on how to manage the process of relocating to another country.
Remember that the UMBC Office of International Education can help you with the processing of your Visa. They are located in the Administration Building, room 224.
HISPANIC LANGUAGES/CULTURES
- Mexico OnLine - Job listings
ASIAN LANGUAGES/CULTURES
- O-Hayo Sensei - teaching english in Japan
- ELT News - teaching jobs in Japan, fee if placed, FAQs
- Hess Educational Organization - teach english in Taiwan, FAQs, application
- Asian Development Bank
- Work in Japan.com
MIDDLE-EASTERN & INDIAN LANGUAGES/CULTURES
- Job Search Engine India | faayda.com - aggregates jobs from over 90% of job websites in India
EUROPEAN LANGUAGES/CULTURE
- EuroGraduate Live - job database and career planning information for European countries
- ExecLine - jobs in the UK and France
ENGLISH-SPEAKING COUNTRIES
- workopolisCampus.com - employment opportunities in Canada for recent graduates
- Jobs in the UK - several job boards, search by industry, geographic location, etc.; post your CV
TRANSLATION
- American Translators Association
- National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators - FAQs and links to other sites
TEACHING ENGLISH ABROAD
- Resources for Teaching Abroad - great links and information on programs
- International Schools Services - well known organization that offers placement services and organizes conferences (registration fee required); for certified teachers only
- JoyJobs.com - teaching jobs overseas, international teaching jobs, insider information
- Transitions Abroad
- U.S. Department of State Careers - Contact information, job hunting links
- Hess Educational Organization - teach english in Taiwan, FAQs, application
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS/BANKING/TRADE
- World Bank - see the "For Job Seekers" section
- International Bureau of Chambers of Commerce
- Global Index of Chambers of Commerce and Industry
- Centre for International Trade
- Export-Import Bank of the US - see "Jobs"
- International Monetary Fund - see "About" and "IMF Recruitment"
- Organization of Woman in International Trade - job bank for members
- Asian Development Bank
GENERAL INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYMENT
- Council on International Educational Exchange - temporary work abroad opportunities for students and recent graduates (fees required)
- Best Bets for Student Exchange and Working Abroad
- Overseas Jobs - jobs database, web job search resource links
- Escape from America - Jobs Overseas - job index, embassy directory, world press information
- One Small Planet - work, study and volunteer programs listed by country
- International Work Camper
- International Career Employment Center - view "Hot Jobs This Week"
- Electronic Embassy - information on all foreign embassies in D.C.
- Tips for Teaching Abroad
INTERNATIONAL GOVERNMENT-RELATED EMPLOYERS
- US Immigration and Naturalization Service
- United Nations - under "General Information" you'll find employment opportunities
- Peace Corps
- U.S. State Department - US companies abroad, also see "Services" and "Career Opportunities"
- UN System of Organizations
ADDITIONAL LINKS:
- CareerJet Worldwide - search by country and city
- JobPilot.net - European Careers
- OverSeasJobs.com - international job opportunities
- Foreign Policy Association
- inkpot.com - links to major international newspapers
- Executive Planet - tips on business etiquette, customs and protocol for doing business worldwide
- International Business Forum
- International Trade Administration
- The World Bank
- World Economic Forum
- World Trade Organization
- U of Denver International - links to international employment and education
- California State University East Bay - links to international resources
- Quintessential Careers - worldwide job resources
- College Journal - global careers
- Tales from a Small Planet
Study Abroad
Study Abroad provides you a chance to immerse yourself in foreign culture while completing credits towards your degree in a foreign culture. By doing this, you can gain skills that would increase your marketability to any employer. We encourage you to take advantage of this excellent opportunity.
The UMBC Office of International Education (OIE) handles study abroad and is familiar with the special situations you face and can help you to understand the rules and regulations regarding your Visa status and your employability. They are located in the Administration Building, room 224.
