I am finishing my bachelor's degree in December, how can I find a job in another country?

Question

I want to become fluent in spanish, so i want to move to a spanish speaking country to learn. I also would enjoy going to europe for awhile as well. I will have my bachelor's degree in a month, how can i find a good job that uses my bachelor's degree and puts me in another country?

Answer 1

More than your degree, it really depends on what you want to do. And why you want to work abroad. Do you want to do something that will further your career? Something in an ideal travel location? Do you want to learn a new language? Do you just want a new environment? Do you care if you get paid, or would you settle for a volunteer position?

After you've answered those questions, you can decide what sort of job you're really looking for. Then, i recommend using a website like idealist.org or craigslist.org to find a job posting that appeals to your needs. Both of these websites allow you to search for specific countries and cities. Idealist.org has more non-profit jobs, while craigslist represents a wide range of opportunities. Note: Other countries, especially in Europe, are often not as wired as the United States. Check back to Craigs List and Idealist frequently, since sometimes a job is not posted well in advance.

After finding a job, you should follow the application details (listed in the ad) such as sending along a CV or resume, references, etc. Also, ask specifically about 1) redsidency and 2) Visa requirements.

Some jobs, particularly in the education sector where you're working as an English teacher or editor, may be more under the table than an official job with an international government. They probably won't have the same Visa requirements. Though, keep in mind, in these situations you are an illegal alien, and it's possible to get deported.

Many English teaching opportunities also require you get TOEFL requirements, so you should look into that.

Once you hear back about residency and visa requirements, you'll need to contact the country's embassy or consulate in your region and begin to fill out the necessary paper work.

Finally, don't forget to use your college as a resource. There are certainly alum who work abroad, and who might be interested in hiring you or helping with the process. My own college has various paid positions in a variety of countries. And there are many reputable one to two-year opportunities for students to work abroad through other channels, such as Peace Corps, the JET program (Japanese not Spanish), and even some AmeriCorps positions in Puerto Rico and Costa Rica.

I'm also a recent graduate and working abroad in Greece. I'd love to help answer any other questions you have about the prospect of living and working abroad.

Answer 2

So, like you can learn Spanish in the USA....? We got plenty of people to practice on. Just saying.

I'm learning Spanish too... Aye Dios Mia!

Answer 3

What kind of job are you looking for? A field would be helpful. There are usually websites that have listings for different kinds of jobs, so you can look on those.
P.S. Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! It's an accomplishment.

Answer 4

Oh I have been there. It's probably best to do what your intution is telling you to do. Overall you know what the best thing to do is.

Answer 5

Well that would depend on the degree now wouldn't it ?