Truly adventurous jobseekers should consider working abroad. A number of unique and profitable international opportunities are available to native English speakers. Working in another country is a big step, so a number of factors should be considered.
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Why It Rocks To Work In Another Country
- Being away from home. There is something highly seductive about being a stranger in a strange land.
- Learning about another culture. Some people feel that real life teaches them more than any book.
- Money. This varies by opportunity, but some people have earned up to three times their domestic salary working only a fraction of their former hours.
- An impressive resume. Working in another country is a definite conversation piece that makes an applicant stand out from the crowd.
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What Makes Leaving Tough
- Rebuilding a life. New friends, new hangouts and new routines can be refreshing and inspiring.
- Culture shock. Some people love being out of their element. Others simply cannot adjust.
- Career advancement may be difficult.
Where To Look
Some employers have international locations and welcome current employees who wish to discuss transfer requirements. If this is not an option, a number of outside agencies offer placement to native English speakers who wish to teach English in a foreign country. The job board at Monster (monster.com) lists general positions by country. InterExchange (interexchange.org) has opportunities for international childcare workers, English instructors and work/travel programs.
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Additional Information
According to an expatriate job board, the following are equally important topics for international job opportunities:
- Candidates should ask how their immediate family could be affected by the decision. International moves are highly stressful.
- Everyone involved should have a full understanding of laws and social customs pertaining to the country of employment. The opportunity should be reconsidered if there appears to be a potential for trouble.
- Not every international move is a career builder. Moving to another country may place candidates further away from industry movers and shakers.
- Employment contracts should carefully be reviewed for information on compensation, health insurance and other benefits. These items should be discussed before a candidate sets foot on foreign soil.