International opportunities resources

Education Abroad office at Virginia Tech
Resources primarily for study abroad; includes some information about work abroad.
Hosts an Education Abroad Fair in fall and/or spring semesters.

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, so ACCESS is ONLY for currently-enrolled VT STUDENTS and EMPLOYEES.
Log in to Going Global for Virginia Tech, requires VT PID and PASSWORD

NO ENDORSEMENT of programs external to Virginia Tech is EXPRESSED or IMPLIED:
Career Services does not own or maintain the websites listed below, and we have no control over their content.

We provide links as a service to Virginia Tech students.

Career Services does not expressly or implicitly endorse any of the programs or services external to Virginia Tech that we list and to which we provide links.

Students should thoroughly research programs of interest to you.

We strongly encourage any student interested in work or volunteering abroad to seek advising from the Education Abroad office at Virginia Tech. That office has expertise in this area. Career Services does not purport to have expertise in matters of working abroad.

AbsoluteInternship.com
Founded in 2009 by two Europeans (one Swedish, one French) with years of global work experiences from Sweden, France, China, Cambodia, Thailand and Japan, to help students to develop a global mindset and give them a chance to gain international work experience.
For college students who are fluent in English. Organization is based in Hong Kong. Destinations are major cities in Europe, Asia, Middle East and Australia.

AIESEC
Founded in 1958.
Site quote: "the world’s largest student-run organization. Active in over 1700 universities across more than 107 countries and territories, our international platform enables young people to explore and develop their leadership potential for them to have a positive impact in society."

Association for International Practical Training
AIPT founded in 1950.
January 2011: AIPT merged with DCS to become Cultural Vistas.
Site quote: "A non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, provides international exchange opportunities that strengthen global networks, enhance professional skills, and advance mutual understanding in an interconnected world."

BUNAC (British Universities North American Club)
Founded in 1962.
Work, teach, volunteer abroad.
Site quote: "offers a range of exciting summer camp, work abroad and volunteer abroad programmes... non-profit work and travel expert... helping young people work and volunteer abroad since 1962. Popular destinations include: USA, Canada, New Zealand, Ghana Australia, Britain, China, South Africa, many more."

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

Global Service Corps (GSC)
Founded in 1993.
Site quote: "GSC has been a leader in the field of international volunteerism designing and implementing effective community development volunteer service-learning programs in Africa and Asia since 1993. GSC community training and development programs are offered year round, from two weeks to one year...."

Global Volunteer Network
Founded in 2000.
Site quote: "Our vision is to connect people with communities in need. We do this by supporting the work of local community organisations in countries through the placement of international volunteers."

GoAbroad.com
Site launched in 1999.
Includes:
InternAbroad.com
JobsAbroad.com
TeachAbroad.com
VolunteerAbroad.com
Site quote: "... comprehensive international education and alternative travel databases... most up-to-date and accurate information... provides extensive ... travel guides, currency converter, and embassy directories...." study abroad, language schools, overseas internships, international volunteer positions, teach abroad, jobs abroad, etc.

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.

i-to-i.com
onlinetefl.com
Founded in 1996.
Volunteer, gap year, TEFL.
Site quote: "If you're looking for a unique travel experience abroad, look no further! i-to-i's programs are the perfect way to meet new people, immerse yourself in new cultures and make a difference abroad. Whether you fancy volunteering around the globe or want to get TEFL qualified and start your career teaching English, we'll get you there!"

IAESTE: International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience
Founded in 1948.
Paid internships abroad for U.S. university students majoring in technical fields. Most internships are for 8-12 weeks during summar, but fall and longer-term are also available. Application period is October to early Jan for upcoming summer.

iHipo.com = International High Potential network
Founding date not stated in "about us" section.
Was based in Singapore; currently (2012) based in Sweden.
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."

International Cooperative Education (ICE).com
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 offered information sessions at Virginia Tech in Nov. 2008 and Feb. 2009. (If future info sessions are held, they'll be posted in events; search on the ICE program name.)

International Student Volunteers, Inc. (isvolunteers.org)
Established approximately 1983.
Non-profit corporation for charitable and educational purposes. 12 offices in six continents. Sends students from around the world to six continents for volunteer/adventure experiences. Purpose to combine conservation, education, community development, recreation for participants who desire to make a difference. Academic credit possible; responsibility of student to seek approval from your department. Fees cover lodging, meals, etc., detailed in brochure (pdf).

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

International IT Jobs
Jobs listed by country and IT specialty.

Intrax Internships Abroad.com
Founded in 1980; has a presence in more than 80 countries; over 30,000 participants per year.
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 provides students with summer internships in Paris, Berlin, London, Madrid, Barcelona, Tokyo, and... Snatiago and Beijing." 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."

OverseasJobs.com
Site quote:
OverseasJobs.com and the AboutJobs.com network Overview
"AboutJobs.com is an on-line recruitment network that provides career resources and employment opportunities to high school and college students, resort and hospitality staff, expatriates and international job seekers, part-time workers, and adventure seekers."

ProWorld volunteers.org
Volunteer, intern, study abroad.
In 2010, ProWorld became part of the Intrax (listed on this page, alpha) family of programs. Intrax was founded in 1980, and has offices in more than 100 countries worldwide.

Qualifind.co.uk internships and jobs in Britain
Qual.fr internships and jobs in France (yes, by default the site is in French)

The Riley Guide - International Job Opportunities
Launched as on online resource in Feb. 1994.
One of the first and most comprehensive web sites providing lists of resources and advice. We have not attempted to duplicate here all the listings you'll find in The Riley Guide, and you likely won't find as many resources listed and described in any other one place.  RECOMMENDED!

TransitionsAbroad.com
Work, study, jobs, internships, short-term work, summer jobs, travel jobs, teaching English, volunteer work. Articles and advice.

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