Work Abroad & International Career: Programs & Resources

UM
General & Worldwide
Region Specific

UM Programs & Resources

Careers4Terps
UM students can log in to the University's job and internship database and search for international job postings.

Going Global
Searh for information, tips and job listings for the international internship search in over 30 countries.

General Resources & Worldwide Programs

Please see below for selected international programs and positions. The reference to these organizations and websites does not imply that the University of Maryland sponsors these programs and the information provided is intended to be for reference only.

Working Abroad: Finding International Internships and Entry-Level Jobs, Article

CAREERBUILDER.com
Database of job openings from hundresds of employers across the US and around the world.

Communicating for Agriculture Exchange Program
Participants with prior experience can work in agriculture, enology, equine care, horticulture and turf management in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Western Europe.

Congressional Hunger Center
A two-year commitment with the first year a field placement and the second year in the headquarters of the organization served under during the field placement. Must have a graduate degree and language skills of the country.

Duke Center for International Development
Job listings, list serves and recruitment agencies for positions in international development.

Escape Artist
International job listing website and includes articles, contacts, resources, links and tools for finding international employment and the requirements for living abroad

Experience International
Participants with prior experience can work in agriculture, fisheries, forestry, horticulture and natural resources management in 35 countries.

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations- Associate Professional Officers Programme
The FAO APO Programme has clear objectives and benefits for all participants. It channels the commitment and energy of young professionals to the needs of developing countries and in return offers a rare opportunity to gain experience in development, international cooperation and the United Nations working environment. The Programme is based on the sponsorship of young professionals by their respective governments. Some donor governments also sponsor nationals from developing countries.

Foreign Policy Association Job Board
Search to find worldwide internship opportunities in foreign policy

Global China Intern Exchange Center
For college students and new graduates who want to learn about China and gain valuable experience for future life and career development, Global China offers intern, intern/study/travel and work/travel programs.

Harvard Kennedy School Career Services- Global Resources
Links to hundreds of international organizations and includes profiles of international careers.

Hobsons
Links to international companies in Europe, Asia, and Latin America seeking to hire. Includes descriptions of the types of opportunities available.

idealist.org
Information on nonprofits, charities and NGOs in 190 countries as well as nonprofit jobs and internships for all level of applicants

iHipo.com
Enables candidates to find internships and jobs abroad. As a social network, iHipo offers the ideal opportunity to build an international career network (e.g. with other expatriates) and join country-based communities.

InterExchange
InterExchange is a non-profit organization that offers work abroad in Australia, New Zealand and Norway; English teaching in Spain; internships in Belgium, Costa Rica, Great Britain and France; au pair placements in France, Germany, Spain and the Netherlands; and volunteer opportunities in Costa Rica Peru and South Africa

International Careers and Jobs
International employment directory selecting and reviewing 2,200 world-wide top job sites.

International Jobs Center
Online posting site for international job openings for professionals including international development jobs. Subscribed members receive access to additional postings and will receive a subscription to International Career Employment Weekly newspaper.

International Monetary Fund- Economist Program
The Economist Program (EP) is the "point of entry" for talented economists seeking an exciting career soon after completion of their graduate studies. Participants undertake challenging assignments and have the opportunity for specialized training while concurrently contributing to the IMF's work.

Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development- Young Professionals Programme
Young Professionals Programme is for candidates who are interested in the objectives of the OECD in promoting international policy co-operation, mature enough to understand the issues involved in international work, and possess the analytical and drafting skills that will enable them to contribute to policy-related studies;

Proctor & Gamble
Search for job openings with Proctor and Gamble at their locations all over the globe including entry level positions for recent graduates.

Riley Guide
International job listing website and includes resources for information on overseas living.

Schools.ac
This site has a regularly updated list of international school job vacancies which are never more than three weeks old.

U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
Opportunities in foreign service for entry-level candidates and professionals with previous technical experience.

UN Employment Opportunities
International vacancy announcements and employment opportunities with the UN and other organizations for U.S. citizens.

United Nations- Junior Professional Officer Programme
The Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Programme provides young professionals pursuing a career in development with hands-on experience in multi-lateral technical co-operation.

World Bank
Overview of employment opportunities at the World Bank

World Bank- Young Professionals Program
The Young Professionals Program is a starting point for an exciting career in the World Bank. It is a unique opportunity for young people with a passion for international development, who have the potential to
become future leaders of our institution.

Work Abroad & International Career Opportunities and Programs by Region

Africa

Careers in Africa Recruitment Summit

OIC International
OIC was founded to asssit African citizens to develop the skills they needed to take advantage of new work opportunities. Employment, internship and volunteer opportunities are available in their U.S. and field offices in Africa for varying projects and lengths of time.

Asia

University of Minnesota- China Center
Assists students and scholars in identifying opportunities and funding resources for study, research and work opportunities in China.

Career Forum
Site/conference for bilingual Japanese-English professionals for careers in Japan

Asian Development Bank
ADB's Young Professionals (YP) Program recruits highly qualified and motivated individuals to ADB. The program lays the foundation for a challenging and rewarding professional career in an international development environment. It offers a range of opportunities to acquire professional skills and understanding of ADB’s operations, policies and procedures.

China International Forum of Career Planning & GCDF Global Summit

Careers India
Resume samples and ajnob search information for career opportunities in India.

Career Strategy Inc.
Career database for opportunties in Japan

International University of Japan
Information on resumes and cover letters for Japanese and non-Japanese employers.

JGuide
Stanford University's guide to Japan information resources including employment and Study in Japan.

Europe

American Chamber of Commerce in Germany
Job annoucements for positions in Germany


CADRES Online
Job recruitment site for positions in France (in French).

EUROGRADUATE
Information on finding vacancies/writing CVs for most European countries

French-American Chamber of Commerce
Arranges 3 to 18 month work visas for Americans with prearranged internships in France.

Germany-USA Career Center
The Germany-USA Career Center, the leading recruiting source for U.S.-German and German-American markets, provides employment, career and search services for German-American and US-German trade.

REHAU
1 year technical trainee program in Germany followed by full time employment at U.S. office for technical engineers. Contact: Andrew Evans (mailto: Andrew.Evans@REHAU.com).

The European Business Directory
Listing of 15,000 suppliers from England, Denmark, France, Italy and Spain

Wayne State University- German Job Board
Local and international job listings for gradutes of German sponsored by Wayne State's Junior Year in Munich study abroad program.

Latin America

Inter-American Development Bank
The Junior Professional Program (JPP) is a starting point for careers at the Inter-American Development Bank. The program is designed for exceptionally qualified and motivated Junior Professionals.

UK, Australia & New Zealand

AA Education Network


BUNAC
Arranges work visas for students. Participants do not have to prearrange job or internship before departure
Work and Travel Australia.

Seasonal Work in Australia
A job-search website linking working travellers with seasonal and casual jobs in Australia.