Top skills employers are looking for: adaptability, cultural awareness, independent, problem solver, strong communicator. Think about your study abroad experience. You likely strengthened each of these skills during your study abroad, but you don’t know how to articulate them. Check out these resources to highlight how navigating a foreign city can boost your career.
Articles relating to skills:
- Studying abroad could give you an edge in the job market (CNN)
- How Study Abroad Will Help Your Career (GoAbroad.com)
- Showcasing Study Abroad on your Resume (StudyAbroad.com)
- How Study Abroad Makes You A Better Leader (Forbes)
- The Most Helpful Study Abroad Career Advice You’ll Ever Get (GoAbroad.com)
Articles relating to interviews/resumes:
- 4 Tips On How to ‘Unpack’ Your Study Abroad Experience in a Job Interview (LinkedIn)
- How to Include Your Study Abroad Experience on Your Resume (The Abroad Guide)
International Job Listings:
- U.S. Department of State
- U.S. Foreign Service
- U.S. Department of Commerce
- GoAbroad.com
- Bunac
- The International Educator
International Volunteer Opportunities:
Teaching English Abroad:
*The Office of Education Abroad does not necessarily endorse any of the organizations listed above.