International Opportunities Resources
Cultural Resources - Local and Regional
- Alliance Francaise de Seattle Seattle chapter of non-profit promoting language & cultural exchange
- GAPP (German-American Partnership Program) Cultural Institute of the Federal Republic of Germany based in New York
- Global Career Partners Inc. Professional Japanese Bilingual Staffing company, serving US companies and also connects students studying abroad to companies in Japan
- Japan America Society Offers Programs, Events, and other Opportunities-Seattle chapter
General Resources
- /Expat.com an exchange network with free advice for those living or relocating overseas
- Sister Cities International Promotes international relationships between the US and the International community
- Transitions Abroad Magazine An Excellent Resource with information & links for work, travel, internships, teaching and more.
- WWW Virtual Library International Affairs Resources
Non-Governmental Organizations
- Interaction Coalition of US-based NGOs working to alleviate world poverty
- NGOabroad Advances humanitarian work and provides volunteer opportunities
- PATH Seattle-based NGO working on sustainable global health
Other University’s International Websites
- International Center University of Michigan
Special Populations
- Mobility International (MUISA) Empowering people with disabilities around the world through international exchange and international development to achieve their human rights.
Washington State
- Global Washington Careers in global development
- Washington State Department of Commerce, International Business: State agency promoting international business
United States Government
- USA Government Jobs: Comprehensive site for jobs in the US Federal Government
- 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
Teaching-Certificated (K-12) Positions
Major Hiring Organizations with Career Fairs
- Association of Schools in South America (AASSA)
- Council of International Schools
- International Schools Services
- Overseas Placement Service for Educators-University of Northern Iowa
- Search Associates
Other Hiring Sources
- Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA)
- GEMS Education
- Maple Leaf Educational Systems, school in China
General Sites
Teaching English Abroad
Country Specific
- Adventure Teaching ESL in Korea and China
- AEONet Japan Adult ESL schools in Japan
- American-Scandinavian Foundation ESL teaching positions in Finland
- Centre international d'etudes pedagogiques(CIEP) English teaching assistants in France
- Cultural Ambassadors North American Language and Culture Assistants in Spain
- English Opens Doors Programs Chile
- Hess International Recruits for schools in Taiwan; curriculum and support for teachers
- Japanese Exchange & Teaching Program (JET) Sponsored by Japanese Embassy
- Language and Culture Assistants in Spain, a program sponsored by the Spanish government
- Maple Leaf Educational Systems, school in China
- Teach and Learn with Georgia Republic of Georgia
General Sites
- Council on International Educational Exchange Links for ESL Certification and Work Opportunities
- Dave's ESL Café Extensive worldwide ESL listings and resources for teachers
- English First Opportunities in locations including Russia, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia
- Footprints Recruiting Vancouver-based recruiting for ESL schools in Asia
- Fulbright Teaching Assistantship Special one-year teaching scholarships
- GoAbroad.com Info for going abroad, follow link for teaching abroad
- InterExchange Follow links for ESL positions in multiple countries
- Peace Corps Positions in high school & universities in Africa, Asia & Central Europe
- Reach to Teach Recruitment for several countries including: Malaysia, Singapore & Vietnam
Working Abroad
Country Specific
- JobServe Australia Listings in Australia
General Sites
- Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Seattle-based foundation supporting health and education
- Bunac
- Careerbuilder Network – International Jobs Job database
- DevNetJobs.org International development and nonprofit jobs
- HelpExchange.net Volunteer at farms, lodges, hostels & more in exchange for room/board
- Idealist International nonprofit and nongovernmental jobs
- International Au Pair Assoc.
- International Au Pair Exchange
- International Organization Careers
- InterExchange Follow links for Work & Travel Abroad
- Jobs Abroad Job listings and information
- Learn 4 Good International Jobs in many disciplines, including teaching English
- Overseas Jobs Worldwide jobs
- Peace Corps The largest international employer of WWU graduates.
- My Perfect Resume/Riley Guide to International Jobs Information and listings
- Transitions Abroad Comprehensive information and links
- Workaway.Info Volunteering and cultural exchange around the world. Integrate and help local communities in over 155 countries.
- World Bank (IBRD) Internships, scholarships, and careers with World Bank
- World Health Organization (WHO) Directs and coordinates international health efforts
Internships Abroad
Country Specific
- American Scandinavian Foundation Internships in Scandinavia
- CIMAS del Ecuador Health, development, women's issues, and human rights
- Foundation for International Understanding (FIE) Internships in London and Dublin
- Hyogo Cultural Center Internships in Seattle
- Mountbatten Institute London internship plus education
- World Affairs Council Internship Program Seattle based program
General Sites
- Arcadia University Center for Education Abroad London, Rome, Istanbul, Australia, and more
- CareerUp, internships in Singapore, Manila & Beijing
- Center for International Career Development paid/unpaid international internships
- CISAbroad Internship opportunities in several countries (for-fee)
- Cross Cultural Solutions field specific opportunities in several different countries
- Education Abroad Network (TEAN) by WorldStrides Internships & Study Abroad in Australia, New Zealand & Asia
- Experience International Environment and natural resource management internships
- Global Experience
- IE3 Global Internships Wide variety of internships in Latin America, Africa, Europe and more
- IES Abroad Internships offered in many cities either over the summer or over semester
- IFSA Butler University Wide variety of internship programs and volunteer opportunities
- The Idealist Non-profit and non-governmental internships
- The Intern Group
- InternAbroad Listings worldwide
- ISA (International Studies Abroad)
- Knowledge Exchange Institute (KEI)
- ProWorld Service Corps Intern with a NGO in Peru, Belize or Mexico
Government
- U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Development and aid agency
- U.S. Department of Commerce Commercial Service Internships
- U.S. Department of State Internships
Volunteer Abroad
Country Specific
- Africa Development Corps Volunteers in international development
- Community Empowerment Network Local NGO promoting sustainable business in Brazil
- Volunteer4Africa
- Volunteer in Latin America
- Volunteer South America
General Sites
- Council on International Educational Exchange
- Crooked Trails Seattle-based travel with a purpose
- Global Service Corps Central/South America, North America & Caribbean, Asia, Africa
- 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.
- The Idealist Non-profit volunteer options
- Lattitude Global Volunteering Canada Volunteer positions in many countries
- Workaway.Info Volunteering and cultural exchange around the world. Integrate and help local communities in over 155 countries.