Working overseas as a student or recent graduate is unlikely to make you rich . There are many opportunities which cover your expenses, although you may not make enough for extensive personal travel or savings. Many volunteer or unpaid internship positions cover room and board costs, and sometimes a stipend, for participants. Programs which require placement or participation fees, especially for developing countries, often provide detailed information to help participants fundraise at least some of the fee. Finally, finding the right experience for you will take time, thought, and effort .
Many programs have early deadlines, sometimes as much as one year before the experience begins.
As long as your expectations of an overseas work opportunity are realistic, you should find it a rewarding and fascinating experience. Getting Started Start by thinking about your personal goals for a work experience . It may be helpful to jot down some of your thoughts as you consider the following questions. Once you have started answering some of these basic questions for yourself, you may want to consult some of the general references available in the resource library, or some of the resources listed below, for additional background information on the types of programs available. When you feel you have a good grasp of the basics and have defined the type of experience you are looking for, you will need to start researching specific options.