Gaining Work Experience Overseas

Employer Panel
What will be covered in the session

• Where to look for Overseas experience

• What to Consider when applying
• Top Tips
• Overseas Expert Panel introduction& Q&A
Nigel Scott - Think Pacific; Hannah Baptiste - Camp America;
and Natalia Georgiou - Au Pair in America;
Where to look for Overseas Experience
• Prospects Working abroad Link:
• https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/wor
king-abroad

• TARGET Jobs Working Abroad:

• https://targetjobs.co.uk/careers-advice/working-abroad
More places to look for roles
Man Met Work Abroad webpage
https://www.mmu.ac.uk/careers/students/jobs-and-work-experience/wor
king-abroad-/

Databases and specialist advice for finding opportunities world-

wide:
mmu.higheredtalent.org, prospects.ac.uk/graduate_job_search.htm,
overseasjobs.com and goabroad.com.
What to consider when applying
• Research organisation & locations
• Check Costs, are there wages/a salary or are you paying?
• Health Insurance/protection do check fitfortravel.
• Foreign Office website Check before making any
decisions about travelling or accepting a position abroad.
• How to apply & application deadlines & interview practice
• Reviews- read them, what do other say?
Benefits of gaining Global experience abroad

• You have evidence you are a Global individual

• An opportunity to explore diverse locations & cultures.
• To develop a global perspective
• To demonstrate resilience, flexibility and adaptability
• Networking - Global
• Reflect on your experience and your new awareness
examples
Global Experience

“Global Experience” is a highly prized opportunity that affects

the way in which you work – making you more
efficient, trustworthy and more employable”

Research Showcase Secure your Global Experience