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From deciding whether volunteering overseas is right for you, to choosing a program, to getting on a plane. Hear from overseas volunteers about what it is really like in the field.

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Seasonal work, teach abroad, international careers and more. Where to start, what to expect, and how to get it done.

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Overtourism and the problems it creates may make you feel like giving up your passport. But there is a better way.

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Make the most of your time overseas while spending the least amount of money. Budget travel for the conscientious traveller.

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Going abroad as a student, whether it is for a semester, a year or an entire degree, is one of the most accessible opportunities to live abroad meaningfully.

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More and more people of all ages taking time out to travel meaningfully—a trend that is being encouraged by educators and employers alike.

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To get an international job, you need international work experience. How do you land that first gig?

International Careers

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travel.gc.ca: One-stop-shop for information for Canadians travelling and living abroad

The Travel.gc.ca website is the Government of Canada’s one-stop shop for Canadians travelling, living, studying and working abroad. Before a trip, Canadians are encouraged to consult travel advice and advisories to learn about entry/exit requirements, loc ...
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The summer research fellowships are awarded on a competitive basis taking into consideration several criteria including the student's academic record, letter of motivation and letters of recommendation.
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An 11-day fully supported adventure exploring the mountains and communities of Northern Thailand whilst driving your very own Tuk Tuk. This adventure includes stunning accommodation, driver training (of course!), trekking, time with rescued elephants and ...
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Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) has announced scholarships for international students to pursue studies in medical fields.
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A number of scholarships funded by the Hong Kong Government as well as private donations are available for international students commencing full-time undergraduate studies at CUHK
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Treks Himalaya is an outdoor trekking and tour company that strives to deliver a memorable trip. We arrange treks from 3 to 30 days depending on your timetable. Whether you are looking for a quiet getaway, a memorable outing with family, or an exciting na ...
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The Schools of Tilburg University have various scholarships available for excellent international students who are admitted to a (Research) Master's program at Tilburg University (MA, MSc or LLM).
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The Mountain Volunteer Nepal is a program of the The Mountain Fund, a US based NGO with a decade of development experience in Nepal. The Mountain Fund's founder received the 2010 Sir Edmund Hillary Medal for the work he, and The Mountain Fund have done ov ...
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Teach Away is committed to ensuring students are learning from the best educators worldwide and aims to achieve this through a commitment to quality hiring and world-class teacher development. Teach Away offers teaching opportunities for ESL Instructors a ...
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Yunus Emre Turkish Language Scholarship program is designed for students who are willing to study Turkish Language.
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UWE Bristol is a modern and dynamic University welcoming students from 140 countries and with approximately 30,000 students and 3,200 staff it is one of the largest and most popular in the UK. We are based in Bristol, the largest city in the south west of ...
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The Karolinska Institutet Global Master's Scholarships cover the tuition fee cost, not living expenses, and only for studies at Master's level.
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The goal of our field volunteer program is to contribute to sustainable development in the area, and is part of the Kalamos and Kastos sustainable development program. An important goal of this, is to help educate and inspire people from around the world ...
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International Fellowships are awarded for full-time study or research in the United States to women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Both graduate and postgraduate studies at accredited U.S. institutions are supported.
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The World Affairs Forum, based in Stamford Connecticut, has established a scholarship program for deserving university students to encourage study abroad for those interested in pursuing an international career.
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Here at 'The Great Projects', our mission and goal is to help save some of the planet's most endangered animals through our unique volunteering and ecotourism projects. We offer award-winning volunteer projects and ecotours which are designed to be both ...
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Ali Kuşçu Science and Technology Scholarship is designed for students who are willing to study at the fields of science, engineering and technology.
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