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MyWorldAbroad provides tons of great advice about what it takes to land a job abroad, and the many different approaches you can take in order to be successful. We're always excited to read real-world stories from young people who have taken the leap and immersed themselves in a foreign workplace.

Alexandra Talty, a freelance journalist, decided to leave her home behind and head to Lebanon to learn Arabic and further develop her career. She talked to Forbes magazine about her decision and also shared some great first-hand advice in her own recent article for the magazine. Why not... Read the full article

Available as a Kindle or paperback, this book is an essential resource for anyone hoping to pursue a career in the non-profit sector.This comprehensive resource will provide you with indispensable advice, relevant strategies and non-profit-specific resources to strengthen your job search. It's practical, easy-to-read and it will give you tips on self-assessment, networking, negotiating and more. This particular version is specifically written for first-time job seekers. Check out Idealist's other books if you're a mid-career professional looking to shift into the international development... Read the full article

Non-profit organization United Planet is hosting a photo and video contest. Submissions are due by August 21st, so if you're just heading abroad for your summer adventure, keep your eyes peeled and your camera ready!

According to the guidelines, all entries "should aim to illustrate the ideas of cross-cultural understanding, friendship and supporting one another" at home or abroad.

Check out the official submission rules here. 

The grand prize is a two-week United Planet volunteer quest, so don't miss this opportunity!

You can also check out the United Planet... Read the full article

Like it or not, in the globalized, online world, you are constantly building your personal brand. What is a "personal brand," you ask? Well, in simple terms, it's your reputation and what you represent publicly.

Most young people starting out on an internationally-oriented career have not yet had the opportunity to develop a cohesive personal brand; but you can think of it this way: if a potential employer were to Google your name, what would s/he see on the first page of results? Would the results represent your professional/personal values and support your career goals?

In... Read the full article