1. Professionalizing Your Experience Abroad Education Abroad & Career Development Emily Besen Alumni & Friends Network Marisa Shariatdoust

2. Education Abroad Stay Engaged Abroad Resources CareerBeam Going Global Weekly CCD email Network Alumni Directory & Events – Global Presence LinkedIn Host Institution Career Center Clubs & Organizations Social Media #babsoncareer@babsonugradccdFacebook: Babson Undergrad CCD

3. Education Abroad Babson Career Connections Apply while abroad! Include Education Abroad experience on resume & cover letter if relevant Interviews If you are selected for an on campus interview while you are abroad, please contact CCD ASAP so we can make virtual arrangements Career Advising Schedule Skype or phone appointments Don’t miss key deadlines!

4. Education Abroad Alumni & Friends Network

5. Education Abroad Develop YOUR Network Past Babson Participants Alumni Babson Groups Current students/alumni who studied in your program Babson LinkedIn Alumni Directory Business Search Alumni App Global Advisory BoardGlobal Advisory Board Regional Clubs

6. Education Abroad As your semester goes on, make sure you take the time to reflect on the experiences you are having. REFLECT Each time you overcome a challenge and learn a new skill, start thinking about how that connects to your future career. CONNECT When you return from abroad, start professionalizing your experience and learn to articulate what you learned. PROFESSIONALIZE

7. Education Abroad Study Abroad: The Facts *Open Doors 2015

8. Components of Education Abroad Programs Internships Service – Learning Clubs / Orgs Rural / Urban Developed / Developing Size of Institution Direct Enroll Study Center Hybrid Homestay Residence Hall Apartment Education Abroad ACADEMICS HOUSING ENVIRONMENT COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

9. Education Abroad Attributes Employers Seek Job Outlook 2016, National Association of Colleges and Employers

10. Education Abroad Transferable Skills Improved Language Skills 68.9% Communication Skills Global Perspective 78.9% Ability to work in multicultural team Independence & Confidence 80.1% Self-Motivation; Leader Ability to Adapt to New Situations 70.2% Problem Solver; Flexible

11. Education Abroad Questions?