Work Abroad

• Gain experience overseas through a study abroad experience with George Mason’s Global Education Office. Complete an internship abroad, if possible, to gain professional experience and exposure to workplace cultures in other countries.
• Join a student organization with either a cultural or international focus.
• Learn the language used where you want to work after graduation. Take classes through the Modern and Classical Languages department or use Rosetta Stone to develop your language skills.
• Participate in Office of International Programs and Services (OIPS) events to connect with people from different cultures.
• Check Handshake to learn about organizations that have a presence overseas.

Learn about the country or countries where you want to work, such as the job market, visa requirements and conditions, employment rights, and the cost of living. Assess where your skills and background will be most valued by potential employers.  

Use Interstride to research different countries:  

1. Log into Interstride with your George Mason email address and NetID.
2. Select the "Jobs" tab.
3. Select the "Country Insights" tab.
4. Search for and select a specific country in the list to access resources.

Adapt your resume or CV to align with the application standards and expectations of your target country. Resume and CV conventions vary by country, including preferred formats, length, personal information, and application practices.

Use Interstride's Country Insights resources to review country-specific guidance before applying:

1. Log into Interstride with your George Mason email address and NetID.
2. Select the "Jobs" tab.
3. Select the "Country Insights" tab.
4. Search for and select a specific country in the list to access resources.

• Communicate your interest in working abroad with any of your personal, academic, and professional contacts, particularly those who have worked or lived abroad or who have connections to people in different countries.
• Use LinkedIn and other social media platforms to make career connections with George Mason alumni and professionals in your field working abroad.
• Broaden your contacts further by joining a professional association for your field and target country, and check out embassy-related networking events.