The career and lifestyle advantages of working abroad can be huge. But how do you get started?
In a world of 6 billion people and over 200 sovereign countries, opportunities to work overseas are innumerable. Whilst countries like America, Australia and the UK traditionally attracted those looking for work, now there are well paid job opportunities open on every continent and in practically every field of employment.
Accessing job opportunities abroad used to involve reading specialist magazines or being plugged into the right networks. But now the internet has opened the doors to anyone with a desire to spend part of their working life overseas. If you have an interest in experiencing another country in the best possible way – living and working there – then one of these ten websites is sure to throw up opportunities to get you on your way.
Findajobinafrica
As the name suggests, this is the place to look for jobs in Africa. The site has a searchable database which allows you to specify the job type and country.
EURES
From the website: “The easy way to find information on jobs and learning opportunities throughout Europe. Job vacancies in 31 European countries [.....] what you need to know about living and working abroad and much more.”
Cruise Ship Jobs
What better way to get out and see the world? The cruise industry is one of the fastest growing job markets in the world with up to ten new luxury liners launched every year. Naturally that means an equally impressive annual increase in the number of available cruise ship jobs.
UNjobs
Dedicated to UN Jobs in a variety of countries for (at the time of posting) seventy seven organisations.
Jobsdb
Jobs of all kinds across Asia.
Monster Global Gateway
Put in your country of origin, select your desired destination and then see what jobs are on offer. Does not cover all countries/regions yet, but more are promised.
Jobpilot
9000+ jobs searchable by country and industry. Plus advice on being an expat.
Jobware
Gateway to Multinational Employment Opportunities.
Federation of International Trade Associations
Weighted towards US based jobs but with plenty of others on offer as well. International job seekers can post their resumes for free.
International Jobs
Specialises in jobs with the big international institutions such as the World bank and World Health Organization. Lists over 240 World Bank jobs alone.













Fri, Dec 7, 2007, by Nigel S
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