1. Finding Work Experience Abroad

2. Today’s session will explore
Resources to support you find work
Hints and tips on speculative approaches
CV and cover letter hints and tips
Questions are welcome throughout the session

3. What you need to know
We can guide you on where to look but it is up to the school to approve
The more active and creative you are in your search the more luck you will have
If unsuccessful as part of your year abroad consider your summer options too
Consider what you will compromise on (location, job etc) .

4. A selection of resources
International Office
Employ.ed Overseas
Careers Service International Opportunities
MyCareerHub (can search for vacancies in Country Location or by typing in Language wanting to use
British Council Programmes and deadlines for applications
TargetJobs
Going Global (through MyEd) Really good resource and excellent key sector information if applying speculatively for positions .

5. And some more ….
European Internships Erasmus Intern
Go Abroad
Third Year Abroad
BUNAC summer camps and work abroad
AIESEC International Internships
Crossing Countries Volunteering
Edinburgh Global Partnerships
EUSA Global

6. Speculative approaches
Many individuals find work experience in the country through their networks, making speculative applications (Going Global is useful here) and also through social media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn)
Using Chambers of Commerce in the country is another way of generating a list of potential employers to contact.
Social Media can be a great resource to assist you further when speculatively applying for jobs. For more information visit

7. CV and cover letters hints and resources
Going Global (MyEd)
The Careers Service resources
Be clear on what your strengths are and what you have to offer
Be clear on what you are looking for
Why are you approaching them?

8. How we can help
We advertise part time jobs, volunteering and internships on MyCareerHub
Go Abroad Fair is coming up
We have info on different options – including jobs, employers and study in UK and overseas
Take a look at our popular resources including:
CV booklets
Interviews booklets
Online talks on CVs, covering letters, interviews
Practice tests
Talk to a careers consultant