International opportunities resources

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IAESTE at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech is one of the 25+ colleges and universities in the U.S. with an IAESTE local committee, according to the IAESTE United States website.
See universities with local committees, including VT, and how to join.

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Pamplin College of Business study abroad resources

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Peace Corps office at Virginia Tech

Education Abroad Fair
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
10am-4pm
Drillfield
Sponsored by Virginia Tech Education Abroad Office.
See their website to find more info.

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AIESEC
Helps students find amazing international internship opportunities. ... Build international cooperation and understanding, making the world a better place.

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Association for International Practical Training - offers opportunities for American citizens to receive on-the-job training abroad and offers non-American citizens the chance to receive on-the-job training and experiential education in the U.S.

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BUNAC (British Universities North American Club) - work / travel programs for students and young people.

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Center for Civil Society International - mainly for those seeking public service jobs in, or related to, the countries of the former Soviet Union or Central and Eastern Europe.

ESL | English as a Second Language:
For ESL jobs, see Education: ESL | International & Language Instruction

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EscapeArtist.com - see jobs overseas.

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Global Service Corps (GSC) - cultural immersion service-learning opportunities in select countries; primary project areas are environment, health, education.

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Global Volunteer Network - places volunteers in educational, environmental and community aid programs and projects in China, Ecuador, Ghana, Nepal, New Zealand, Romania, Russia, Thailand, and Uganda.

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GoAbroad.com - study abroad, language schools, overseas internships, international volunteer positions, teach abroad, jobs abroad, etc.

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Going Global for Virginia Tech students and employees
Extensive resources for the international job or internship search!
Career Services pays a fee for access to this site.
ACCESS ONLY for currently-enrolled VT STUDENTS and EMPLOYEES. REQUIRES VT PID and PASSWORD.

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IAESTE: International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience - founded in 1948; paid internships in engineering, computer science, mathematics, natural/physical sciences, architecture, and agricultural science; 80 member countries.
Join IAESTE United States to be eligible to apply for many opportunities around the world.

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IAESTE at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech is one of the 25+ colleges and universities in the U.S. with an IAESTE chapter, called a local committee.
See universities with local committees, including VT, and how to join.

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iHipo = International High Potential network
Jobs and internships in many nations.
Site quote in "about us": "iHipo is a social network that connects students and young professionals with international employers. It serves as a platform for peer-to-peer communication and recruiting."

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InternAbroad.com - on GoAbroad.com

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International Cooperative Education (ICE)
Founded 1971. Paid internships in Europe, Australia, Asia and South America. Wide variety of opportunities for students in a wide variety of majors. The program founder has offered information sessions at Virginia Tech in Nov. 2008 and Feb. 2009. (If future info sessions are held, you can find them in events by searching on the ICE program name.)

If you are interested in international ISSUES:
See Nonprofit | Social & Human Service | International Service & Development

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International IT Jobs
Jobs listed by country and IT specialty.

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Intrax Internships Abroad.com
Summer and extended (3-12 month) internships in a variety of fields.
Fee-based program includes accomodations, insurance, training and other support services. Read website for complete information.
Sponsor quote: "professional development program; qualified students do international internships with host companies in London, Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, Berlin, and Tokyo. Accepted students pay as they would for study abroad and receive a personalized internship match, training, housing, excursions, and have an on-site coordinator. Individual job placements are listed by location and by function."

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JobsAbroad.com - on GoAbroad.com.

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OverseasJobs.com - international job opportunities for professionals, expatriates and adventure seekers.

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The Riley Guide - International Job Opportunities is a very comprehensive list of web sites and advice. (We have not attempted to duplicate here all the listings you'll find in The Riley Guide.)  RECOMMENDED!

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TeachAbroad.com - on GoAbroad.com.

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TopJobs.Net - Jobs in Ireland, Norway, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, U.K.; and international jobs.

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VolunteerAbroad.com - on GoAbroad.com

Also see general job & internship web sites. Some include locations outside the U.S.

ESL jobs in Education: ESL | International & Language Instruction

If you are interested in international ISSUES, see Nonprofit | Social & Human Service | International Service and Development