Lessons From Abroad Returnee Conference, February 24th, 2017 Expanding Opportunities: Working, Interning, Teaching and Volunteering Abroad Lessons From Abroad Returnee Conference, February 24th, 2017 Emily Nagle, API Rachael Capuano, CISabroad Nora Larkin, CAPA

Presenters Rachael Capuano, CISabroad University Relations Manager rcapuano@cisabroad.com Emily Nagle, API University Relations & Outreach Coordinator emily.nagle@apiabroad.com Nora Larkin, CAPA Senior Institutional Relations Manager nlarkin@capa.org

Overview Working Abroad Teaching Abroad Intern Abroad Volunteer Abroad Questions/Discussion

Ask yourself: How do you stack up?

Work Abroad Expectations vs. Realities Qualifications and specific fields Business Language / Teaching Au Pair Harder Fields (standards/practices vary across countries) Medical Law Science Visa Process (working, interning & studying abroad) What are my options? Government / State Department International Education (NAFSA) Internally (if already have job) Visa process, how got job, day looked, expectations, realities, qualifications, worked for international company, field specific (international business, international ed)

Teach Abroad - Benefits & Distinctions Work abroad Great job market Learn the culture & language of the host country Learn English Discover or follow your passion for education Learn to teach Get paid Gap year Build resume Work abroad - colleagues, bosses - navigating the workplace, intercultural differences, linguistic challenges Great job market - English is in high demand Learn the culture & language of the host country - Learn English - what’s a gerund? Passionate about education - engage with students, learn new education systems, teaching styles Learn to teach - without committing to grad/certificate program Paid Gap year - segue into graduate school Build resume - good for other jobs that might require time overseas, e.g. foreign service http://www.studyabroad.com/articles/10-reasons-why-teaching-english-abroad-is-the-next- step.aspx

Teach Abroad - A Day in the Life Clear reasons for teaching abroad Austrian-American Educational Commission 13/hours week Conversational English 9 month commitment 1 week orientation Support Extra-curricular activities Clear reasons for teaching abroad: 1) passionate about education, so wanted to try to teach; 2) work and live abroad as an adult; 3) learn German Responsible for students learning, so if you just want to get abroad again, you might want to woof.

Teach Abroad Considerations & Resources Level of support Time Commitment Level of students Reputation Requirements Fulbright, Government-sponsored grants, private companies or schools Level of support - pay, housing, benefits, teacher training, visa Time Commitment - hours/week, number of years Level of students - K-12, college, or businessmen Reputation - talk to someone; might advertise high level of support, but different when you get there Requirements - language requirements, certificate Fulbright, Government-sponsored grants, private companies or schools

Why Intern Abroad? •Gain professional and intercultural skills •Set yourself apart from the crowd by enhancing your resume •Improve or begin foreign language proficiency* •Expand your global network •Jumpstart your full-time job hunt •Gain in-depth, hands-on knowledge of a new culture •Gain confidence in your work •Complete your required internship in a foreign setting

Intern Abroad - Benefits & Distinctions Student Highlight: Hospitality Internship in Barcelona Restaurant owned by Americans - DosTrece Marketing/Hospitality focused Assisted restaurant owners with revamping menu, online marketing, and event planning 6 hours x 4 days a week Hands on experience with customers Foreign language proficiency 8 weeks “I learned so much from Gabriel and strive to own a restaurant just like his one day. This was the perfect opportunity to learn first-hand about marketing, tourism, hospitality, and I’m so grateful for the experience!”

Considerations & Resources Independent Internships Use your network! Intern for a multinational organization U.S. Department of State Politics & Government Through your university or study abroad office Considerations What can you afford? Paid vs unpaid Vetting the internships During undergrad degree or post-grad Consider your field of choice. Internships are a great way to gain hands-on experience before applying to full time jobs Finding an International Education Organization www.GoAbroad.com www.StudyAbroad.com www.GoOverseas.com www.NAFSA.org

Volunteer Abroad - Benefits & Distinctions Why volunteer abroad? What kind of volunteer work can you do? Where can you volunteer abroad?

Why Volunteer Abroad? Skill development Career Exploration Personal and professional growth

Considerations & Resources How should you choose a program? Why should I pay to volunteer? Where can I find resources about volunteer programs?

Next Steps Questions? Connect with IEO’s today! Research, research, research Talk to your peers who have done it Use your international network Handout with resources Questions?

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