{"id":198,"date":"2025-01-29T15:22:52","date_gmt":"2025-01-29T20:22:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/?page_id=198"},"modified":"2026-03-05T16:10:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T21:10:50","slug":"work-volunteer-abroad","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/get-experience\/work-volunteer-abroad\/","title":{"rendered":"Work \/ Volunteer Abroad"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"w-screen px-6 cu-section cu-section--white ml-offset-center md:px-8 lg:px-14\">\n    <div class=\"space-y-6 cu-max-w-child-5xl  md:space-y-10 cu-prose-first-last\">\n\n            <div class=\"cu-textmedia flex flex-col lg:flex-row mx-auto gap-6 md:gap-10 my-6 md:my-12 first:mt-0 max-w-5xl\">\n        <div class=\"justify-start cu-textmedia-content cu-prose-first-last\" style=\"flex: 0 0 100%;\">\n            <header class=\"font-light prose-xl cu-pageheader md:prose-2xl cu-component-updated cu-prose-first-last\">\n                                    <h1 class=\"cu-prose-first-last font-semibold !mt-2 mb-4 md:mb-6 relative after:absolute after:h-px after:bottom-0 after:bg-cu-red after:left-px text-3xl md:text-4xl lg:text-5xl lg:leading-[3.5rem] pb-5 after:w-10 text-cu-black-700 not-prose\">\n                        Work \/ Volunteer Abroad\n                    <\/h1>\n                \n                                \n                            <\/header>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"international-experiences\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">International Experiences<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"w-screen px-6 cu-section cu-section--white ml-offset-center md:px-8 lg:px-14\">\n    <div class=\"space-y-6 cu-max-w-child-5xl  md:space-y-10 cu-prose-first-last\">\n\n        \n    <div class=\"grid gap-6 mx-auto my-6 cu-column md:gap-10 md:grid-cols-2 md:my-10 first:mt-0\">\n        \n<div class=\"cu-column-content\">\n    \n\n<p><strong>Going abroad can be an extremely rewarding opportunity&nbsp;that&nbsp;can help develop your international skills and connections in today\u2019s global marketplace.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out some of our resources below on international experiences that can serve as stepping stones to (and reality tests for!) your career goals:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#thinking-of-going-abroad\">Thinking of Going Abroad?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#international-internships\">International Internships<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/get-experience\/work-volunteer-abroad\/#teaching-abroad\">Teaching Abroad<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"cu-column-content\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"230\" src=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/87\/2025\/02\/BGINS-button-300x230-1.jpg\" alt=\"travel image\" class=\"wp-image-337\" style=\"width:400px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"thinking-of-going-abroad\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Thinking of Going Abroad?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"preparing-to-work-outside-of-canada\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparing to Work Outside of Canada<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Find out how to apply for a work permit at&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cic.gc.ca\/english\/residents\/iec\/index.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">International Experience Canada<\/a>&nbsp;depending on which country you would like to visit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"helpful-resources-for-working-abroad\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Helpful Resources for Working Abroad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/myworldabroad.com\/carleton\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MyWorldAbroad<\/a>&nbsp;offers international career advice for students and young professionals. Receive FREE access when you register with your Carleton email!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carleton\u2019s\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/go-isso\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Global Opportunities &amp; International Student Services Office (GO-ISSO)<\/a>\u00a0organizes the international student\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/myexchange\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exchange<\/a>\u00a0program (located in 128 University Centre).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aiesec.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AIESIC in Canada<\/a>&nbsp;is an international student-run leadership organization which includes volunteer, internship and on-campus opportunities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/charityvillage.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Charity Village<\/a>&nbsp;is a Canadian job and volunteer posting site which includes an in-depth listing of NGOs doing international development work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check out&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.swap.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SWAP Working Holidays<\/a>, a not-for-profit organization that promotes cultural exchange opportunities to Canadians.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"adaptation-and-coping-skills\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adaptation and Coping Skills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To be successful working overseas, consider your:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"w-screen px-6 cu-section cu-section--white ml-offset-center md:px-8 lg:px-14\">\n    <div class=\"space-y-6 cu-max-w-child-5xl  md:space-y-10 cu-prose-first-last\">\n\n        \n    <div class=\"grid gap-6 mx-auto my-6 cu-column md:gap-10 md:grid-cols-2 md:my-10 first:mt-0\">\n        \n<div class=\"cu-column-content\">\n    \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Comfort level with change and challenges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Street smarts and a sense of adventure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Patience, curiosity, and open-mindedness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to speak and\/or learn other languages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"cu-column-content\">\n    \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ability to cope with stress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Appreciation of new cultures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Non-verbal communication skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tolerance and sensitivity to differences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"international-internships\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">International Internships<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"the-value-of-an-internship-abroad\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Value of an Internship Abroad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Participating in an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/go-isso\/international-internship-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">international internship<\/a>\u00a0can be an excellent way to gain experience in the field while incorporating what you have learned into your academic studies. Placing yourself outside of the classroom can allow you to really test drive the types of work you like to do and perhaps what interests you the most on a global front. Most international internships are unpaid, however some offer monthly stipends or grants to help cover the costs of your experience. A traditional internship should allow for you to receive academic credit for your experience. Ensure you contact your department to explore your options for academic credit before committing to an international internship placement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also contact the International Internship team at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:International.Internships@carleton.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">International.Internships@carleton.ca<\/a>&nbsp;for more information on internship opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"teaching-abroad\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teaching Abroad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Teaching English as a second language abroad can be a very rewarding experience. It can also be a great way to test out your interest in teaching, or strengthen your applications for teachers college. The amount of education and experience required, and salaries, varies significantly by country. Often, a university degree and\/or TESL certification is required, along with at least a one-year commitment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"w-screen px-6 cu-section cu-section--white ml-offset-center md:px-8 lg:px-14\">\n    <div class=\"space-y-6 cu-max-w-child-5xl  md:space-y-10 cu-prose-first-last\">\n\n        \n    <div class=\"grid gap-6 mx-auto my-6 cu-column md:gap-10 md:grid-cols-2 md:my-10 first:mt-0\">\n        \n<div class=\"cu-column-content\">\n    \n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"160\" height=\"160\" src=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/87\/2025\/02\/small_logo_400x400-160x160-1.png\" alt=\"TESOL logo\" class=\"wp-image-340\" style=\"width:180px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">United TESOL Info Sessions at Carleton<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"cu-column-content\">\n    \n\n<p>Check out the following recommended organizations to coordinate your teaching abroad experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.unitedtesol.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">United TESOL<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.hesseducation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HESS International Education Group<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.eslcafe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dave\u2019s ESL Cafe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/jetprogramme.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.canteach.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CANTEACH<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"visit-or-connect-with-career-services\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visit or Connect with Career Services:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Our office in 401 Tory is open Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drop-in hours are 1-4pm every weekday.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:career@carleton.ca\">career@carleton.ca<\/a>&nbsp;for more info.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>International Experiences Thinking of Going Abroad? Preparing to Work Outside of Canada Helpful Resources for Working Abroad Adaptation and Coping Skills To be successful working overseas, consider your: International Internships The Value of an Internship Abroad Participating in an\u00a0international internship\u00a0can be an excellent way to gain experience in the field while incorporating what you have [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":108,"featured_media":0,"parent":22,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_cu_dining_location_slug":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"cu_page_type":[14],"class_list":["post-198","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","cu_page_type-general"],"acf":{"cu_post_thumbnail":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/198","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/108"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=198"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/198\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2379,"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/198\/revisions\/2379"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/22"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=198"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"cu_page_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/career\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/cu_page_type?post=198"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}