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Going overseas to gain work experience has many advantages. There are
a growing number of opportunities available and many paid and volunteer
opportunities have been included within this site.
Advantages of international experience
- getting exposure to a different way of life, a different way of
doing things
- experiencing other cultures, traditions, foods and languages
- value adding to job application documents and within job interview
situations
- opportunity to travel while earning an income; and
- it’s a fun way to network with new and exciting people!
There are a few drawbacks from finding experience overseas, but much
of this can be offset by researching and planning options before starting
off! While the Internet makes this type of research quite straightforward,
don't overlook the helpful advice from others who have family, friends
or colleagues overseas or from those who have travelled too.
Resources:
Overseas Companies
Information
This reference to trade and professional associations internationally
contain useful contacts for information and potential work placement
opportunities.
Essential
information for Australians living and working overseas
At any one time there are approximately 800,000 Australians living
and working overseas. This brochure, prepared by the Department of Foreign
Affairs and Trade (DFAT), is designed to provide Australian expatriates
with guidance and information about issues to consider when taking up
foreign residence.
International
Business Directories
Ready access to organisations and employment agencies who may advertise
work experience placements.
International:
Local Government Index
An easy access link to local government offices around the world.
Involving Volunteers
from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds
People from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds
make an important contribution to volunteering in Australia. While this
remains a largely under-researched area, particularly in emerging communities,
there is growing evidence that many thousands of CALD Australians volunteer
both within and outside their communities1.
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