Working and living abroad sounds glamorous and exciting. But securing an international position takes hard work and some crafty job hunting in Beatrice. And the transition is only as smooth as you make it.
By Michelle Boyde
Working and living abroad sounds glamorous and exciting. But securing an international position takes hard work and some crafty job hunting. And the transition is only as smooth as you make it. Check out some of our tips to get your international IQ into shape.
Don't Wait Too LateStart to develop international skills before you graduate through study and work abroad programs, international internships, and foreign language classes. Even socializing with foreign students is a legitimate method. “The biggest mistake students make is they leave it too late to start preparing for international work,” says Jean-Marc Hachey, author of
The BIG Guide to Living and Working Overseas. “International employers want evidence of international understanding.”
It's Who You Know, Not What You Know“Do you know anyone who lives abroad?” asks Scott Boyd, of JobseekersAdvice.com . “This can be a major advantage when making contacts, finding accommodations, and looking for work.” Securing work abroad is harder than on your home turf-use your worldly contacts to the fullest.
Identify a Skills DeficitOne clever way to uncover opportunities abroad is to research where your skills are in high demand. “Look into the skills gaps in various destinations,” says Boyd. “Then see if your particular skills can fit into those gaps.
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