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This edition of TraveLOG takes on topics from the world over, including: foreign students in the United States; new study abroad scholarships for Hispanic students; international job hunting resources; personal essays on study abroad experiences; searching for a job in the European Union; and, identifying the skills required for global success.
Read on for more!
Skills: The Global Business Person: What is the Secret for Success?
What are global skills? How are global skills acquired? How should a person act in a true global business context or environment? How does a person become global? What is required of the global citizen besides expertise and functional skills? Marie-Louise Hansson, Sweden Career Advisor at GoinGlobal, says answering these questions is vital for every employee – seasoned manager or complete novice alike! For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/hot_topics/sweden_hansson_global.asp.
Featured Country Profile: Norway
Networking and personal recommendations lead to many jobs for Norwegians, which can make it difficult for foreigners with few connections to penetrate the work market. For more information on working in Norway click here to access GoinGlobal’s Norway country profile: http://www.goinglobal.com/Countries/Norway/Norway_work.asp.
Foreign Students: Numbers Creep Back Up In The United States
After three years of falling foreign student enrollments, some colleges and universities are seeing a rebound. In a recent survey, nearly half (45 percent) of participating higher education institutions said their international enrollments increased last fall, while 29 percent held steady. Still, a leading international education association warns, the U.S. has a lot of work to do to restore its competitiveness for international students and scholars. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/jan07_us_foreignstudent.asp.
Educational Background: List Of Foreign Leaders Educated in the U.S.
Wonder which world leaders started their careers as foreign students in the U.S.? Check out the list compiled by the U.S. Department of State. Hundreds of government leaders from countries as diverse as Afghanistan, Bolivia and South Korea spent time at a U.S. college or university. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/jan07_us_leaders.asp.
Job Hunting: Malaysia Needs IT Specialists
If you have good IT skills and are curious about Malaysia, you may be in luck. Research firm IDC says the country needs 4,200 more networking specialists to meet current demand. In Asia as a whole, IT shortages are expected to double in the next 2 years, leaving 40 percent of networking positions unfilled. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/jan07_malaysia_it.asp.
China: Accident Prone Need Not Apply?
If a recent survey is accurate, China is rife with workplace discrimination. According to the China Daily, 85 percent of survey participants said there’s a workplace discrimination problem in the country and more than half (58 percent) say it’s severe. Appearance, height, gender and marital status are the basis for most discrimination, but you can also be refused a job if you have an “unlucky’ name or are perceived as accident-prone. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/jan07_china_job.asp.
European Union: Bulgaria and Romania Newest EU Members
On January 1, 2007, Bulgaria and Romania became official members of the European Union (EU), but their citizens will have to wait awhile longer for unrestricted labor mobility. Fourteen EU member countries say they’ll continue to restrict Bulgarian and Romanian nationals’ access to their labor markets at least for the next few years. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/jan07_eu_labor.asp.
Denmark: Where The Happy People Are
Does it get any better than this? According to two recent surveys, Danes are not only the most satisfied employees in Europe, they also are the happiest people in the world. What’s the reason? One social scientist thinks it’s due to the high degree of freedom and close manager-employee contact that Danes enjoy, combined with a good economy and moderate levels of stress. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/jan07_denmark_people.asp.
Women: In South Korea, Appearance Matters
If you’re looking for a job in South Korea, make sure you present a polished image. While a new South Korean law prohibits discrimination against women based on age and appearance, it will still be some time before women are judged solely on their skills. More than four out of ten employers say they count appearance in interview assessments and it is common to solicit photographs, age, height and weight information from prospective candidates. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/jan07_skorea_women.asp.
Work Culture: Team Players Should Head to Belgium
If you want to work in Europe and being part of a cohesive team is important to you, consider jobs in Belgium. According to a recent survey of European workers by Monster.com, team spirit is highest among Belgians, followed by Irish, French and Spanish workers. Austrians topped the list of workers feeling loyal only to themselves, followed by Polish and Dutch employees. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/jan07_europe_careerists.asp.
European Union: Looking For A Job? Think EURES
The European Union’s Internet jobs portal EURES boasts 8000 employers who use it to recruit employees. It’s part of the EU’s emphasis on labor mobility; this year, it will tackle issues such as support services for cross-border moves and repatriation after a foreign job assignment. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/jan07_eu_benifits.asp.
Working Abroad: Finding Internships and Entry Level Jobs
If you want to add an international work experience to your resume, start planning now. A new publication from the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics describes some of the programs that help workers start careers in far-off places, including student internships and short-term work; government work; teaching, agricultural, and au pair positions; and volunteer opportunities. The article also includes tips on navigating a foreign job search and preparing for and financing a trip abroad. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/jan07_general_internship.asp.
Study Abroad: New Partnership Targets Hispanic Students
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities and Global Learning Semesters, Inc., recently announced a 10-year partnership aimed at boosting Hispanic students’ participation in study abroad programs. Today, Hispanic students study abroad at about half the rate of all college students Actual and perceived affordability, limited awareness and program access are three issues the partnership will try to address. Beginning this spring, the partnership also will provide scholarships. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/jan07_us_hispanic.asp.
Study Abroad: Essays Paint Personal Picture Of Study Abroad’s Value
Wonder what you really get out of a study abroad program? For a first-hand look at the study abroad experience, check out the essays submitted to an international education association as part of a recent contest. The winning essay describes building cross- cultural bridges by overcoming fear and stereotypes during a study abroad experience. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/jan07_us_essay.asp.