Working abroad means understanding international work regulations, immigration rules and the logistics of finding a job, a place to live and a social life abroad.

There are many companies and providers that offer services for students who want to spend up to one year making money while they experience the world. Most work abroad experiences won't make you rich, but they'll often pay for your travel and living expenses. Very few countries allow U.S. citizens to work and make money while they are also studying in that same country. Most work programs and work permits are for work only. Be sure you are familiar with all of the rules and regulations before you leave.

The advantage of work abroad companies and providers is that they have experience in filing the proper paperwork, following the correct procedures, and securing jobs, housing. Plus, as a student, you are often entitled to special short-term work visas other non-students can't obtain.

www.jobsabroad.com
-General study abroad site with information and links about working abroad

www.teachabroad.com

-General search engine for teaching abroad opportunities

http://www.bunac.org/usa
-Work in Britain, Ireland, Canada, Australia and New Zealand; volunteer in South Africa and Peru.

www.mofa.go.jp/jet/
-Japan's JET Programme; teach English or sports, coordinate international relations, all in Japan

www.aipt.org/iaeste.html
-Primarily for students in technical fields, IAESTE will help you get student work visas for jobs all over the world

http://www.ambafrance-us.org/culture/education/support/assistant/

-Teaching Assistant Program in France, sponsored by the Cultural Services of the French Embassy

http://us.fulbrightonline.org/thinking_teaching.html

-Fulbright U.S. Student Teaching Assistantships

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