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This edition of TraveLOG takes on topics from the world over, including: top destinations for foreign students, shorter study abroad experiences, safety on the road, and the predictive success of American television.
Read on for more!
Summer Jobs: Test The Market In Norway
Yes, summer just ended, but now’s the time to start thinking about next year. If Scandinavia is your dream, finding a summer job in Norway is a great way to "try out" the country before making a long-term international commitment. It's also a perfect opportunity to meet new people, learn about Norwegian culture, and experience the country's beautiful summers and breath-taking natural beauty. For more information about seasonal work in Norway and making the most of your visit, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/hot_topics/norway_rankin_summer.asp
Featured Country: Spain
Interested in studying or working in Spain? Develop your Spanish language skills. Most Spanish people are reluctant to speak English because they are extremely self-conscious, so it is wise to learn Spanish if you are planning on living in Spain. For more on working or studying in Spain, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/countries/spain/spain_living.asp
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Destinations: UK Top Choice For International Students
Want your study abroad experience to include contact with lots of foreign students? Consider a stint in the United Kingdom. According to a new U.S. government study, the UK has the highest proportion of foreign students in its student population of all of the G8 countries. Germany, France and Canada follow. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/sept07_uk_students.asp
Destinations: U.S. To Foreign Students – We Want You!
If you’re interested in studying in the United States, now is a good time to apply. Government officials are anxiously wooing international students to reverse the post-9/11 slump in foreign student enrollment. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/sept07_us_students.asp
Study Abroad: Can’t Spare A Semester? Take A Trip Instead
While study abroad used to mean spending a semester or a year at a foreign school, for many students it now means spending a few weeks traveling internationally with a professor. Students still earn credits and gain international experience even if financial, educational or other constraints make it difficult to spend more time away from home. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/sept07_us_trips.asp
Job Hunting: Beware The Scammers
When searching for a job overseas, take extra precautions to make sure the companies you interview with are legitimate. A recent scam in New Zealand promised jobs for foreign nationals in exchange for a hefty payment. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/sept07_general_scammers.asp
Culture: To Understand U.S. Life, Watch TV
Foreign students at an Ohio university say American television shows helped prepare them for life in the United States. From dating to dressing, they thought the depictions on U.S. television were mostly accurate. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/sept07_us_life.asp
Work Permits: Australia Adds New Visa For Engineering Graduates
If you’re an engineer under the age of 31 looking for international experience, Australia should be high on your list of potential locations. The Australian government just introduced a new visa category to attract recent engineering graduates. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/sept07_au_engineer.asp
Careers: Foreign Roots Increase Odds of International Assignments
When recruiters search for individuals for an international assignment, what do they look for? Expressions of prior interest and foreign roots are two typical eye-catchers, experts say. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/sept07_general_expat.asp
Careers: India Heats Up As An Assignment Destination
Two years ago, roughly 150 expatriate senior managers worked in India. Today, there are more than 1000 and by 2009, experts expect companies to have placed at least 2000 senior managers in the top ranks of Indian operations. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter_atricles/sept07_india_expat.asp