There are many ways to take that first exciting step and here you’ll find all the information you need to explore and navigate your options and set yourself up for success.
In the sections below, you’ll find everything you need to know to plan a successful volunteer, study, or teach abroad experience. From tips on how to choose the right program to making the most of your time overseas, to transitioning into the job market afterwards, this section has it all.
This section also looks at reasons to gain international experience, important skills and competencies for international work - and some ways of gaining them before you even go overseas.
In the Toolbox you will find a variety of practical tools, including self-assessment quizzes, cost comparison spreadsheets, pre-departure checklists, packing lists and more. These will help you find, research, evaluate and choose the best options and make sure you ready to get on the plane.
Beyond the thrill of adventure, there are important reasons to take travel seriously.
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A step-by-step guide to volunteering abroad. From deciding whether volunteering overseas is right for you, to choosing a program, to getting on a plane.
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Going abroad as a student, whether it is for a semester, a year or an entire degree, is one of the most accessible opportunities to live abroad meaningfully.
An undeniably attractive option for recent grads to get paid to live abroad, with the option to travel - but is teaching English the right choice for you?
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Careers for Globetrotters is produced by Verge Magazine.
Verge believes in travel for change. International experience creates global citizens, who can change our planet for the better. This belief is at the core of everything we do.
Since 2002, Verge has produced quality resources and events to help people experience the world in a meaningful way, through opportunities to study, work and volunteer abroad.
This project was made possible in part with the support of the Ontario Media Development Corporation and with the participation of the Government of Canada.
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