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Since 1977, a pioneering travel resource for meaningful work, living, and study abroad.
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Congratulations to the Winners of our 2011 Student Writing Contest! |
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What You Should Know About Studying and Living in Istanbul, Turkey by David Joshua Jennings
2011 Transitions Abroad Student Writing Contest Winner!
...For my study abroad I was looking for a non-Western country where my occasional appetite for Western comforts could be easily satisfied. I wanted an interesting region where it was cheap to travel, and I wanted a university that offered a wide range of courses in English. Above all, I wanted to live in an inspirational city...
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Why Volunteer Overseas?
An interview with an experienced expert, Zahara Hecksher, who is a co-author of a classic book on the subject and Transitions Abroad's Volunteer Abroad editor.
As always, Zahara goes to the core of the altruistic impulse and offers very subtle and invaluable advice for prospective volunteers. |
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Short-Term Work
Abroad
Susan
Griffith, Short-Term Work Abroad Editor for Transitions Abroad, offers
a selection of key employers for short-term and summer jobs overseas. Susan also
provides an overview with essential resources for those who are seeking work teaching
English in Asia, Latin America, Western Europe, and Central and Eastern Europe. Work Abroad as an Au Pair or a Nanny offers extensive
details and links for these in-demand jobs in Europe. |
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Working and
Living Abroad
Author of the bible on work abroad, The BIG Guide to Living and Working Overseas, Jean-Marc Hachey shares his insights into international employment trends and offers inspirational
advice to short- and long-term job seekers. In Build an International Employment Profile, he walks through key steps
— including study abroad, volunteer work, internships, or cultural immersion
travel — which often lead to an international career. |
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Living
Abroad: Choosing a Country That's Best For You
Experienced long-term traveler, volunteer, expatriate, and Living Abroad editor Volker Poelzl—whose work for Transitions Abroad has involved researching comprehensive global and country-by-country expatriate resource guides—describes the
lure of life overseas for the estimated 6.6 million Americans who have already decided
to take the plunge. In addition, Volker provides a list of the top twelve
countries for those contemplating a new life in another country—whether
to work abroad, retire, experience an extended period of cultural immersion, or
simply to escape from the "rat race" at home. |
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Living
Abroad in Costa Rica
Erin Van Rheenen paints a picture of life as an expatriate immersed in the
lush tropical lands of Costa Rica and the renowned hospitality of its people. In
extended excerpts from her guidebook, which is part of the Living Abroad series by Avalon Travel Publishing,
she offers step-by-step details and advice on local history, culture, geography,
residency requirements, working visas, moving considerations, safety, retirement,
and much more. |
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Internship
Work Abroad
William
Nolting, work abroad and study abroad editor for Transitions Abroad,
identifies and categorizes student internship jobs overseas. |
Teaching Abroad: The Recession-Proof Employment Option
Michael G. Hines describes in practical terms why teaching is one of the
most recession-proof jobs available in these troubled economic times as he initiates
a series on this most common form of work abroad by region. |
Freelance Jobs
Can Be Your Ticket to Living Overseas
Adam Bray describes the pros and cons of freelance work abroad and provides
practical tips which have made for a positive and liberating experience. |
Work Abroad in Adventure Travel: Questions and Answers
Experienced expert Tariq El Kashef offers his "Questions
and Answers" on available jobs abroad in adventure travel and careers leading
tours. |
Living and Working Overseas While Freelancing on the Web
Nora Dunn provides practical advice, descriptions based upon experience,
and resources to inspire you to enjoy the freedom possible when you live and work
abroad as a freelancer on the Web. |
Where the ESL Jobs
Are Overseas: Online But Off the Beaten Path
Duncan MacLeod, guides you to the many alternative websites where you can
search for work teaching English abroad independently. |
Summer and Seasonal Work in Australia
Lisa Ponefract finds that the best travel jobs in Australia are off-the-beaten-path
and offers her inside tips and prime resources for a variety of options for summer
and seasonal work. |
Canada Wants
You to Word Abroad: How to Get a Visa
Ramona Grenier on the requirements and steps to acquire your work permit
in Canada. |
Work
Abroad in Europe: Opportunities for Non-Europeans Are Expanding
Joe Freeman describes new options for those who wish to work in Europe while
offering a variety of practical examples. |
Work Abroad as a Freelance Foreign Correspondent
Jason Motlagh describes the tough but fascinating world of the freelancing
journalist abroad. He provides practical tips on how and where to land your first
job while providing a checklist for journalists first arriving for work overseas. |
Work Abroad as a Nurse
Caroline A. Polt, RN, describes her experience working as a nurse
in Saudi Arabia and documents the many jobs available overseas. |
Teaching English
Abroad
Randall Davis offers his expertise and selected resources to prepare and
to find short-term work abroad, or to develop a career as an ESL teacher overseas. |
Teaching English and Living in Mexico as a Mex-Pat
Jonathan Clark provides inside tips on finding work teaching English in Mexico, and offers a variety of perspectives from the many mex-pats making it their new home. |
How to Work
Abroad After College
Katie Kreuger on the transition from college study to work abroad by seeking
out travel jobs. |
The Expat’s Survival Guide: Searching for International Jobs
Leslie Strazzullo offers practical advice and strategies on how to plan your
search and obtain your goals for work abroad. |
What it Takes to Live and Work Abroad
Celeste Heiter summarizes the essential attributes for a successful and rewarding
experience living and working abroad. |
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Featured Programs and Essential Resources
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Tutor English in an Italian Summer Camp
Volunteer 20 hours each week tutoring English at an Italian summer camp. Weekends are free to experience the culture by traveling around Italy. Help provide the teaching of English within an international environment.
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Greenheart Travel: Volunteer in Peru
Immerse yourself in Peruvian culture as you live and work among local people and become a part of their community. Volunteers assist with locally run projects in health care, children's programs, social service projects and education. Placements include room and board with homestays and are available in either Lima or Cuzco. Our friendly and experienced staff in Peru provide support and assistance throughout the program. Greenheart Travel is a division of CCI, a non profit founded in 1985 and run by seasoned travel enthusiasts who regularly participate in their own cultural exchanges.
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Summer Volunteer Programs in Brazil
Volunteer abroad this summer in Brazil for 1 to 12 weeks with Cross-Cultural Solutions. As a volunteer with CCS in Brazil, you will support community development abroad while working side-by-side with local people in Salvador, Brazil. Volunteers are educating at-risk youth, promoting childhood development, offering skill-based training, and more. Lodging and meals at the CCS Home-base offer a unique learning environment that is safe and designed to meet volunteer needs. Cultural activities and free time will offer insight into the local culture, people, and popular sites.
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