Working abroad offers opportunities for in-depth cross-cultural experience, personal development, expanding your knowledge of a foreign language, and preparing you for a future in a global society.
Types of Work Abroad, Is Work Abroad for Me?, Choosing a Program, Work Permit Visas, Work While Studying Abroad, Work Abroad FAQ, International Job Listings
- UM-Based Programs
The annual International Opportunities Fair, and international careers panel discussions. - Intern/Research
Information and resources to help you find, fund and make the most of an international internship or research experience. - Volunteer/Service
Short and longer-term volunteer and service-learning opportunities. - Paid Short-Term Work
Work permit and work placement programs that offer options for shorter-term work abroad. - Teach
- Information about teaching English abroad as well as additional option for experienced and certified teachers.
- Field-Specific Opportunities
Work, internship and volunteer options in specific fields (engineering, law, social work, government, etc.). - Language-Specific Opportunities
Work, internship and volunteer options for French, Spanish and German speakers. - Funding for Internships & Research Abroad
U-M and external funding sources, plus advice on preparing applications for funding.
Additional Resources:
The University of Michigan has paid for subscriptions to the resources below, so U-M students are able to access them for free!
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Use this site to learn about going abroad, building international skills and strategies for finding jobs with a global focus. |
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Use this site to view career guides for select countries and cities around the world - including cities the U.S. This website also includes job/internship search engines, as well as an H1B database. |
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