Jobs
Most Global Studies majors intend to pursue international careers. Positions most readily available to new graduates without specialized training are with non-profits such as the federal government (Peace Corps, Foreign Service), international service agencies (CARE, UNICEF, Direct Relief International), and English-language teaching jobs.
Many overseas careers require an advanced degree (e.g., Law, Business, and International Affairs) and/or working your way up within an organization and positioning yourself for an international assignment.
Teaching English Abroad
Many opportunities exist for U.S. citizens interested in teaching English for one or two years. For most of these opportunities, host country governments facilitate the process of receiving a temporary work permit.
Check out these websites for ideas:
- The Council on International Educational Exchange
- Transitions Abroad
- TEFL World Wide
- Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme (JET)
- US Chinese Culture Center
- Teaching Enterprises
- Center for Cultural Interchange
Work Abroad
Many types of overseas jobs are available, including short term jobs (3-6 months), internships, volunteer opportunities, and long-term careers. Explore these websites for ideas:
- Kiva Fellows
- Transitions Abroad
- International Jobs Center
- The Mountbatten Internship Program
- The Riley Guide
- Overseas Jobs
- Global Vision International
- Atlas Service Corps
- Peace Corps
Federal Jobs
- USAJOBS
- Foreign Service
- US Agency for International Development (USAID)
- CIA
- Department of Homeland Security
NGO's concerned with social issues
Many non-governmental organizations are involved in social issues at home and abroad