Work/Study Abroad


Feature Writer: Suzanne Swartz
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Welcome to Work/Study Abroad! Living in another country to work or study is an incredible adventure that will provide you with memorable experiences and new perspectives.

This is the place to be for advice on choosing a study abroad program, securing a work permit or student visa, teaching abroad, or finding a temporary or permanent job overseas.

Looking for tips on dealing with culture shock, language barriers, homesickness, and everything else that comes with pursuing an adventure abroad? We've got it covered!

Check out the full listing of articles and discussions in the section, and feel free to read my blog and contact me with questions, comments, and suggestions!

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Suzanne Swartz

Where to Find Reasonably Priced Housing Abroad

In: Work/Study Abroad (general)

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

The Merits of an Overseas Study Experience

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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. more...

Find an Internship in Rome, Italy

In: International Internships

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! more...

Study Abroad in an English-Speaking City

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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! more...

Find an Internship in Vienna, Austria

In: International Internships

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. more...

Pre-Departure Checklist for Living Abroad

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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! more...

Find a Job on a Cruise Ship

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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. more...

How Working Abroad Differs From Studying Abroad

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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? more...

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