For Ashley, studying in Spain was about more than school and language learning – it was about engaging completely with a foreign culture, opening herself up to as many new experiences as possible and overcoming the challenges associated with being far from home. Ashley’s story discusses how she dealt with culture shock and made her study abroad experience a success. Read more in the Stories from Abroad section. Been abroad? Tell us about it!
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Posted on Monday, November 23, 2020 - 11:11 in Stories from Abroad, Study Abroad
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Posted on Friday, November 20, 2020 - 11:00 in In the News, Finding Work
International resumes are different from domestic resumes. From your stated objective to your highlighted skills, when applying for an internationally oriented position, you should be sure to follow the guidelines for specifically international resumes. So, you want to know what they are? You can find out right here.
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Posted on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 - 08:35 in Stories from Abroad, Teach Abroad
Bushra's story shows how going abroad can form the basis for a whole new outlook on life. Working as a seminar instructor in Beijing, Bushra developed ways of motivating her students to work hard and learn a new language, meanwhile she was able to get an in-depth understanding of a completely new culture.
Read more in the Stories from Abroad section. Been abroad? Tell us about it!
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Posted on Friday, November 13, 2020 - 12:00 in In the News, International Skills
Being able to describe other cultures is a key component of an International IQ. What you might not realize is that it’s equally important to be able to describe and analyze your own culture objectively. Now that COVID-19 has slowed international travel and study abroad, it's a perfect time to reflect on your home culture and your personal cultural paradigm. Check out our Quick Guide on this topic here.
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Posted on Thursday, November 12, 2020 - 12:33 in Stories from Abroad, Teach Abroad
Ashley spent three years teaching in Japan with the JET program. She went above and beyond to connect with the local culture by becoming involved in extra-curricular activities, and found her career aspirations altered by her full-immersion experience. Her story is an important read for anyone considering teaching abroad, particularly in Japan.
Read more in the Stories from Abroad section. Been abroad? Tell us about it!
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Posted on Monday, November 9, 2020 - 11:40 in Stories from Abroad, Intern Abroad
Tanya’s story demonstrates the value of determination and drive when searching for international opportunities. She knew she wanted to intern for credit in a student services office at a foreign university, and went about creating her own internship by contacting English-speaking universities abroad and offering her services. Tanya’s story illustrates the importance of confidence, curiosity and an open mind when participating in a program abroad.
Read more in the Stories from Abroad section. Been abroad? Tell us about it!
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Posted on Friday, November 6, 2020 - 11:00 in In the News, MyWorldBuzz
We're delighted to feature the latest selections from our Stories from Abroad section. We've added five brand new Q&As over the past months, so visit the section to peruse contributions from over 90 students and young professionals. Get first-hand insights from those who have traveled for work, volunteering, internships, study and much more.
If you feel inspired and have a story to share, visit the submission guidelines page.
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Posted on Thursday, November 5, 2020 - 06:59 in Top Tips, The Professions
There are so many benefits to expanding your cultural horizons later in life, and there are many more opportunities than you might think. If you haven't considered heading abroad in your pre-retirement or retirement years, hopefully the quick tips below will inspire you to do so!
Top Tips Healthier and happier than ever! Most modern seniors have many years of health and vitality to look forward to. More than ever, baby boomers are looking for ways to build perspective and enrich their lives after retirement. Going abroad is, arguably, the best way of doing that. There are many reasons... Read the full article0 Comments
Posted on Friday, October 30, 2020 - 10:33 in In the News, International Skills
If you have traveled or lived abroad, you have built a high-value skill set. You've improved your cross-cultural communication skills, become more adaptable, learned how to cope with challenges, and much more. But do you know how to translate these skills into professional potential? Being able to describe and explain your international experiences is almost as important as having the experiences themselves. Marketing Your International Experience to Employers explains how to assess the skills you have built, and how to explain them in a way that's sure to impress every hiring manager you... Read the full article
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Posted on Thursday, October 29, 2020 - 12:22 in Stories from Abroad, Study Abroad
Laura spent a year in Lyon, France as part of a university exchange program. As a “self-proclaimed Francophile” she was eager to adapt to the French way of life and drink in all the that the city and country had to offer. Laura’s account of her time in France describes her experience of culture shock, her adaptation to the slower pace of life and her advice for anyone considering a similar program.
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