What Kind of Global Job Seeker Are You?
Are you an expatriate’s spouse/partner who has moved to another country because of your spouse’s job? Are you a student who is looking for an international internship or employment? Are you a foreign student looking for global opportunities? Finding employment or an internship in another country is often challenging. You may know what you want to do, but may not be sure how to find opportunities in a new country. Or, you may be looking to do something completely new, and need a new career roadmap on how to get there. Regardless of who you are, this is the place for you to read about ideas...
Read MoreThe #1 Change All Expats Need to Make to their Resumes
After living overseas, expat resumes can often look a little fragmented. There are breaks in the work history, jobs that appear like they don’t fit in the career trajectory, and skills that are unique and often location-specific. Expat accompanying partners take jobs for a variety of reasons, not just because they will clearly help their careers grow. That being said, experiences outside of your home country are incredibly valuable in this global economy IF you know how to clearly explain how your time overseas will benefit your potential employer. An easy way to make sure this is...
Read More6 Coveted International Jobs You Don’t Know About Yet (Part 2)
Welcome back, Passport Career friends. This is Marielys again with part two of “6 Coveted International Jobs You Don’t Know About Yet”. In this post, I am going to discuss the last three international jobs you may not have considered doing during your time in your new “home.” Job 4: Recycling Coordinator Working as a recycling coordinator could be a great experience as well as a rewarding opportunity. Being able to use your skills and abilities could bring a lot of joy and satisfaction into your life and into the lives of those around you, not only...
Read More6 Coveted International Jobs You Don’t Know About Yet (Part 1)
Starting a career abroad is considered by many as one of the most rewarding decisions someone could have in their lifetime. Some people may decide to look for a job before making the move, while others, in the case of trailing spouses, will have to start building their careers once they have arrived to their new home. If that’s the case, this post is for you. If building a new career based on an unconventional job opportunity is something that catches your attention, I invite you to continue reading. In this week’s blog post I’ll be sharing three out of six...
Read More5 Ways Joining an International Women’s Group Can Land You a Job In Your Dream Destination
If you’re reading this blog post, there’s a good chance that you’re a woman thinking about starting a global job search. Or maybe you have a wife, sister, daughter, another female relative, or friend who is looking to start a new career. The truth is that many people have heard about international women’s groups, but they really don’t know how joining one of these groups could help them with their search for a global job. If you’re one of those people and would like to know more about this topic, continue reading. Below, I will share with you five...
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