Work/Study Abroad

When looking for an apartment or dorm room abroad, be aware of the following information in order to make sure that there are no unpleasant surprises upon arrival.

Nov 29, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Going abroad to study or work and need a place to live? The following are useful resources for locating affordable housing overseas.

Nov 21, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

For the student who may need to do some convincing in order to gain parental approval to study abroad, the following points can help make a strong case in favor of it.

Nov 14, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Love big cities? Speak some Italian? Want to live in an historic European capital? If the answer to these questions is yes, consider looking for an internship in Rome!

Nov 7, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

For the native speaker of English who wants to study abroad, but isn't interested in or comfortable with speaking another language, there are plenty of cities out there!

Oct 30, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

For those looking to live and work in one of Europe's beautiful, vibrant, and culturally rich capitals, Vienna is a great place to intern.

Oct 21, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Getting ready to travel abroad for work or study? Time to make sure all of the following essential items are packed and ready to go!

Oct 17, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Anyone who loves travel, loves ships, loves vacation cruises, and has a sense of adventure may want to consider an unconventional opportunity: working on a cruise ship.

Oct 6, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Sometimes, when a student returns from a foreign country, the temptation to go abroad again, this time to work, can be high. How are the two experiences different?

Oct 2, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Paris, a city full of culture, history, and excitement, offers a wealth of internship opportunities for students hoping to gain work experience.

Sep 26, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Berlin is a vibrant, diverse city rich in history. Full of students, cultural attractions, and government offices, it is the perfect place to find an internship.

Sep 17, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Any student considering spending a semester or year in another country should evaluate why he or she really wants to study abroad. Is it a good reason, or isn't it?

Sep 10, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

For anyone who has been bitten by the travel bug, but is unsure how to pay for said adventure, one of the following jobs or programs may be just the right solution.

Sep 4, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Looking to explore Bavaria and the surrounding area a bit more while studying in Munich? Here are a few day trips that are both economical and fun for students abroad.

Aug 27, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Long-term career benefits of taking a temporary job overseas far outweigh any potential cost. Here are examples of resume boosters gained from work experience abroad.

Aug 22, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

For a student in the European Union looking to spend time in another EU country, the Erasmus program may be the perfect semester abroad option.

Aug 15, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

When spending a semester or year abroad in Vienna, consider getting out of the city and exploring the surrounding area. Here is a list of suggestions for day trips.

Aug 7, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Working or studying abroad is not without emotional ups and downs. One of the more negative feelings is homesickness. Here are suggestions for staying positive abroad.

Jul 31, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Spending a semester in Vienna? Though the city is magnificent, be sure to take advantage of what the surrounding area, in Austria and otherwise, has to offer.

Jul 25, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Having trouble finding work abroad? STA Travel, a leading youth and student travel agency, offers a variety of opportunities in several countries around the world.

Jul 18, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Living abroad can get lonely, but there are plenty of ways to make friends in another country in order to feel more at home while there.

Jul 11, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Moving abroad for a while to work or study? Time to start researching! Here are a few things to learn about a country before even setting foot on the airplane.

Jul 2, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Packing for a move overseas, be it for six months, a year, or more, is difficult. Here are some tips for making the most out of available luggage space.

Jun 22, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

Looking for a cool job this summer? Enjoy teaching and working with kids? Consider teaching English or another subject at a language camp abroad.

Jun 20, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

In the small city of Perugia, Italy, is the Universita' per Stranieri (University for Foreigners) which, among other opportunities, offers an excellent language program.

Jun 13, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz