Helpful Websites
International Jobs, Internships and Volunteer Positions
- General Information Sites
- Teaching Abroad
- Working Abroad
- International Internship Programs
- International Volunteer Programs
General Information Sites
Your international career won't happen by accident. Learn as much as you can about employers, employment outlook, job search skills, geographical locations, visa and permit requirements, and living conditions.
Alliance Francaise de Seattle Seattle chapter of nonprofit promoting French language, culture and exchange
Connect - 123 Scholarship Opportunity
The Electronic Embassy Links to all the embassies in Washington DC
GAPP (German-American Partnership Program) Cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany
Global Washington Careers in global development
Interaction Coalition of US-based NGOs working to alleviate world poverty
International Center University of Michigan Links and information
International Organizations Trade Directory International trade organizations in the Seattle Area
Japan America Society Offer programs, events and other opportunities
Sister Cities International Promotes international relationships between US and international community
Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle
Transitions Abroad Magazine Information and links for work, travel, internships and more
U.S. Department of State Travel Information Visa and travel information
U.S.A. Government Jobs Comprehensive site for jobs in US federal government
Washington Council on International Trade Seattle area seminars, member lists, businesses
Washington State Department of Commerce, International Business, State agency promoting international business
WWU International Programs & Exchange Study abroad and internship resource on campus
WWW Virtual Library International Affairs Resources
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Teaching Abroad
Teaching is one of the most common international employment options for recent Western graduates.
English as a Second Language (many do not require certification or specific major)
Adventure Teaching ESL in Korea
AEONet Japan Adult ESL schools in Japan
American-Scandinavian Foundation ESL teaching positions in Finland
Centre international d'etudes pedagogiques(CIEP)
French government program for English teaching assistants in France
Council on International Exchange ESL in Chile, China, Spain and Thailand
Dave's ESL Café Extensive worldwide ESL listings and resources for teachers
English Opens Doors Programs Chile
English International General information about ESL
ESL 101.com ESL and expat teaching jobs plus free resources for English teachers and information about TESL, TEFL, and working abroad
ESL Job Feed Information and worldwide job listings
ESL Job Find Worldwide job listings
ESL Teachers Board Information and worldwide job listings
Footprints Recruiting Vancouver-based company recruiting for ESL schools in Asia
GMSC Recruiting Vancouver-based company recruiting for ESL schools in Korea
Hess Education
InterExchange Positions in Spain and Ghana
Japanese Exchange & Teaching Program (JET) Sponsored by Japanese Embassy
Peace Corps Positions in high school & universities in Africa, Asia & Central Europe
Pegasus Recruiting ESL in Korea
Reach to Teach Taiwan, Korea, China
O-Hayo Sensei Information and ESL jobs in Japan
TeachAbroad.com Information and worldwide listings
Teach and Learn with Georgia Republic of Georgia
TEFL.net Information and worldwide listings
TESL Express ESL in Taiwan
Transitions Abroad Information and extensive links
Other Teaching Positions (many require certification or Education degree)
Association of Schools in South America (AASSA)
Council of International Schools
Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA)
International Schools Services
Mayatan Bilingual School Honduras
Overseas Placement Service for Educators-University of Northern Iowa
Overseas Digest/International Schools
Search Associates
Transitions Abroad
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Working Abroad
Entry level positions are competitive. Build your resume through international internships, Peace Corps, teaching abroad, short-term work and/or other entry level international experience.
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Seattle-based foundation supporting health and education
Bunac Work in Britain, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada
Careerbuilder Network – International Jobs Job database
Centre d'Exchanges de Internationaux (CEI) Club des 4 Vents Short-term jobs in France
DevNetJobs.org International development and nonprofit jobs
HelpExchange.net Listing of farms, lodges, B&Bs, hostels and sailing boats who invite volunteer helpers to stay with them short-term in exchange for food and accommodation.
Idealist International nonprofit and nongovernmental jobs
International Au Pair Assoc.
International Au Pair Exchange
International Student Job Search Job listings and information
InterExchange Au Pair, ESL, and other work opportunities
Jobs Abroad Job listings and information
JobServe Australia Listings in Australia
Overseas Jobs Worldwide jobs
PATH Seattle-based NGO working on sustainable global health
Peace Corps The largest international employer of WWU graduates.
Riley Guide to International Jobs Information and listings
Transitions Abroad Comprehensive information and links
United Nations and Other International Organizations
USAjobs Resource Center for Federal Employment Overseas
U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Ag. Service
U.S. Department of State Bureau of Diplomatic Security
U.S. Department of State Careers
U.S. Department of State Resources for Working Overseas
U.S. Department of Defense
U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency
Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms In return for volunteer help, hosts offer food, accommodation and opportunities to learn about organic lifestyles.
World Bank (IBRD) Internships, scholarships, and careers with World Bank
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International Internship Programs
Internships can offer students professional international experience. Please bear in mind that most of these programs charge tuition, enrollment and/or other fees.
AHA International Internships in Europe, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and more.
American Scandinavian Foundation Internships in Scandinavia
Arcadia University Center for Education Abroad Australia, China, UK, India, China, Spain, more
Association for International Practical Training (AIPT) Technical internships
AsiaLearn China, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, and Thailand
Australearn Science, environment, arts, business, technical, social sciences, recreation, and more
Center for International Career Development Offers paid/unpaid international internship and work opportunities
Centre d'Exchanges de Internationaux (CEI) Club des 4 Vents Internships in France
CIMAS del Ecuador Health, development, women's issues, and human rights
Cross Cultural Solutions China, Costa Rica, Ghana, Guatemala, India, Peru, South Africa, Tanzania
Cultural Experiences Abroad Argentina, France, Ireland, Italy, Spain
DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)
Education Abroad Network China, New Zealand, Asia
EuroLearn Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, UK and more
Experience International Environment and natural resource management internships
Foundation for International Understanding (FIE)
The Idealist Non-profit and non-governmental internships
IE3Global Internships Wide variety of internships in Latin America, Africa, Europe and more
IFSA Butler University Australia, Chile, England, New Zealand, the Republc of Ireland and Scotland
InternAbroad Listings worldwide
International Studies Abroad Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Peru
Institute for International Cooperation and Development Africa and South America
Knowledge Exchange Institute (KEI)
Lexia International Argentina, China, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Couth Africa, Spain, Thailand, Turkey
Mountbatten Institute Europe
ProWorld Service Corps Belize, Peru, Mexico, India, Thailand
School for International Training Various
U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Development and aid agency
U.S. Department of State Internships
Washington Council on International Trade Seattle-based internships focusing on trade
Washington State Council on Community, Trade and Economic Development
World Bank (IBRD) Internships, scholarships, and careers with World Bank
World Affairs Council Internship Program
World Health Organization
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International Volunteer Programs
These programs are alternatives to the Peace Corps. Unlike the Peace Corps, these are short-term, unpaid, and volunteers may be responsible for transportation, housing, fees and other expenses.
Amigos de las Americas Latin America
Community Empowerment Network Local NGO promoting sustainable business in Brazil
Council on International Educational Exchange Chile, China, Spain, Thailand
Crooked Trails Seattle-based travel with a purpose
Cross Cultural Solutions China, Costa Rica, Ghana, Guatemala, India, Peru, South Africa, Tanzania
Global Routes Teaching internship in Ghana, Tanzania, Costa Rica, Peru, India, Thailand
Global Service Corps Costa Rica, Kenya, Thailand
Independent Volunteer.org a resource to connect travelers to groups involved in low or no-cost environmental / humanitarian projects
International Volunteer Programs is an association of non-governmental organizations involved in international volunteer work and internship exchanges. They have a great resource list.
i-to-i Projects in Kenya, Costa Rica, India, South Africa, Sri Lanka and more
IFSA Butler University Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, Mexico or Peru
The Idealist Non-profit volunteer options
Lattitude Global Volunteering Canada
Visions in Action Volunteer for social and economic justice in Tanzania, Mexico and South Africa
Volunteer4Africa
Volunteer in Latin America
Volunteer South America
Winant-Clayton Volunteers Community volunteer program in Britain
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