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Internet Resources:
U.S. Department of State
Internships
Embassy Careers
StudentJobs.gov
Entry level jobs
USA Jobs
The official job search website of U.S. Federal Government
Avue Central
Federal job search engine
FedWorld.gov
Federal government jobs by U.S. Department of Commerce
State Government Jobs
Jobs with states (directory with job websites of individual states)
More State Jobs
State-by-State Links to Employment Resources with U.S. Cities U.S. Federal Government Agency Job Sites
Federal Government Jobs
Jobs at Individual Federal Agencies (List of Agencies with reference to their employment websites)
A-Z Index of Federal Departments and Agencies
With “Employment Opportunities” links
Partnership for Public Service
This site answers general questions about working for the U.S. Government and provides links to resources about a number of different topics.
Department of State Job Page
Offers such jobs as Foreign Service Officers, Civil Service, Diplomatic Security, Peace Corps, etc. Check the events page for visits from representatives of the U.S. Department of State.
Defense Intelligence Agency Job Page
For intelligence-related careers. Check this site often for updates.
National Security Agency Job Page
There are many language-related jobs at the NSA. Check the events page for visits from representatives of the NSA.
USA Jobs
This is the official U.S. Federal Office of Personnel Management website. This site has thousands of opportunities worldwide.
Central Intelligence Agency
The CIA may be looking for someone with your expertise. People of all types of backgrounds may find a job at the CIA. Click on 'Language Positions' if you are looking to use your language skills.
Federal Bureau of Investigation
For people with language skills, click on the 'Linguists' section. Many different types of jobs are offered at the FBI.
Department of Homeland Security
There are numerous jobs both abroad and in the US in a number of different positions.
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Language skills may benefit applicants to this Bureau. Try to get in touch with a representative for more information.
Federal Job Source
This site has links to many US Government Career sites. Try exploring some of the organizations that you may not link with your region as they may have opportunities available.
Fed World
Set up by the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Jobs in the State of Ohio
Not many international jobs are offered here, but periodically there are.
Non-profit organizations and NGOs
Idealist.org
NGO/NPO lists, jobs, etc.
Foreign Policy Association
Nonprofit internship, job and volunteer opportunities
Nonprofit Jobs Cooperative
Non-Profit Jobs Cooperative - non-profit job search website.
Community Career Center
Search engine for non-profit jobs
OpportunityKnocks.org
Search engine for non-profit jobs
NonprofitOyster.com
Search engine for non-profit jobs
Deep Sweep
Non-profit job search
Nonprofit Career Network
Search engine
Philanthropy News Digest
Foundation Center - Non-profit job listing - Info on Philanthropy
execSearches.com
Non-profit job listings
The Chronicle of Philanthropy's Philanthropy Careers
Newspaper (with job search)
U.S. PIRG
U.S. PIRG - Public Interest Research Group (portal with jobs.)
Association Job Boards
Job boards for all associations
United Nations Human Resources
United Nation Office of Human Resources (job search/listings)
UN's Department of Public Information, Non-Governmental Organizations
List of NGOs: Move the cursor over “Resource Center” on the left side of the screen, and then over “DPI/NGO Directory.” Do a search; click on chosen NGO, the info will appear at the very bottom of the page, if the criteria were “find all everywhere.” Most of NGOs have their website with “employment opportunities” there.
Reliefweb.int
Outstanding job site listing vacancies in 'hotspots' around the world. Constantly updated. Most jobs are in Central Asia and the Balkans, though there are numerous DC and NYC-based jobs with an international focus.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy's Philanthropy Careers
Look here for jobs in the US which deal with your region of the world. Type in 'Russia,' 'Central Asia,' etc.
INTLJOBS.ORG
This site posts job vacancies in the United Nations, the World Bank, the World Health Organization, and other large NGOs.
Peace Corps
The Peace Corps may be the right option for you.
United Nations Jobs
There are many exciting jobs abroad and in New York with the United Nations.
The Human Rights Databank Job Board
Employment with human rights agencies around the world.
Alliance for Conflict Transformation
A non-profit organization which is dedicated to building peace. You can post your resume and search for jobs here.
Eurasianet.org
A frequently updated list with a variety of different jobs.
American Councils
This website has a good number of entry- and mid-level positions abroad. This organization works with educational institutions in the U.S. and in the region.
International Research and Exchanges Board (IREX)
Occasionally this organization has opportunities in the region. This organization works with improving education and civil society development.
Eurasia Foundation
The Eurasia Foundation is a privately managed non-profit organization supported by the United States Agency for International Development and other public and private donors.
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
There is an occasional offering here for the region.
StudentAffairs.com
Info portal for student affairs
Higher Ed Jobs
Higher education search engine
The Chronicle of Higher Education
Science Careers
From the magazine Science
EuroJobs.com
Search engine for jobs in Europe
Job Pilot
See also http://www.jobpilot.net/index.phtml
JOBMOST Central and Eastern Europe CIS
Job portal for countries of the CIS and East/Central Europe. Some sites in English, others in language of respective country.
CV Online - Central and Eastern Europe Recruitment
DevNetJobs.org
International development jobs and consultancies in NGOs, non-profits, charities, foundations, bilaterals, multilaterals, and development banks
U.S. State Department
Jobs for U.S. citizens in the UN and other international organizations
UN Website Locator
Official website directory for the United Nations
ReliefWeb
International humanitarian information gateway. Click on “Professional Resources” tab, then “Vacancies”
United States Agency for International Development
Learn 4 Good
International job posting website
United Nations Development Programme
Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe
University of Michigan's Comparison of Work and Study Abroad
A good list of the differences between studying and working abroad.
Transitions Abroad.com's Guide to Long-Term Jobs Abroad
Overseasjobs.com
Searchable database by country and keyword. Usually there are a lot of good jobs for students with good language skills or recent graduates.
Jobsabroad.com
Select the country you would like to work in for various opportunites, including internships. This site also has information on TEFL Certification and teaching abroad and many English language teaching listings.
The Riley Guide
Seperate sections exist on Central and Eastern Europe, the Czech Republic, Poland, and Russia.
Human Resources Online
This is a Russian website in English dedicated to jobs for people of all specializations.
Moscow Times Career Center
From the English language newspaper.
Pedersen and Partners
The largest executive search firm in Central and Eastern Europe with offices in many countries. You can post your CV here.
Eurasianet.org
A frequently updated list with a variety of different jobs.
American Councils
This website has a good number of entry- and mid-level positions abroad. This organization works with educational institutions in the U.S. and in the region.
American Bar Association / Central European and Eurasian Law Initiative
Click on the "Opportunities" Section to see the various offerings. Positions in the field of law
Entry Level
CampusCareerCenter.com
Registration required
Experience
Registration required
Other Levels
Yahoo Job Search
Set 0-1 years experience option.
Local
ColumbusJobs.com – The Dispatch’s job search page.
Checkout OSU Career Center and Career Exploration Office for Alumni
In general, internships can be found in all of the sections of this website, but the following are internship-specific websites:
Domestic/Private
Rising Star Internships
U.S. Internships
Domestic / Government
Students.gov
US Government Internships (click “Internships” under “Career Development”)
StudentJobs.gov
US government internships
U.S. Department of State
Internships at embassies worldwide
Abroad
StudyAbroad.com
Internships by country
Intern Abroad
Great site with international internships.
Jobsabroad.com
Select the country you want to work in, and then 'internships'.
Transitions Abroad.com's Internship Listings
This site usually has some internships listed on it, but very often has just programs.
Sites for internships and job search
InternshipPrograms.com
(same as http://internships.wetfeet.com/) Registration required
InternJobs.com
Internships in US and Abroad
CollegeRecruiter.com
private site with career info click “Jobs,” then “Internships”
CollegeGrad.com
Various Internships
Career Builder Campus
Click on “Internship Search”
Major Organizations
Internships at the UN
Click on “Opportunities,” and then “Internships.”
Various
The Princeton Review
Click “College” then under Academic Programs click “Internship Search”
Everett Public Service Internship Program
Various internships
Idealist.org
Click on “Internships”
The American Association of Teachers of Slavic and East European Languages
(AATSEEL) - Click on “Professional Development,” then “Internships.” (http://aatseel.org/profession.html)
Career Connection
Click on Undergraduate, and then Internships.
Career Services, College of Arts and Sciences
Click on “ResLink!” to search for Internships
Albania:
http://www.albajobs.org/
Armenia:
http://www.careercenter.am/
http://www.armeniadiaspora.com/adc/jobs/jobs_view_short.asp
http://www.portal.am/job/ http://job.ws/armenia
Azerbaijan:
http://job.ws/azerbaidgan
Belarus:
http://job.kosht.com/
Bosnia and Herzegovina:
http://www.posao.ba/
Bulgaria:
http://www.jobtiger.bg/
Croatia:
http://www.moj-posao.net/
http://www.bug.hr/mojposao/Hravatskamjestoposao
Czech Republic:
http://www.jobmaster.cz
http://www.expats.cz/prague/f-22.html
http://www.roberthalf.cz/CZ/CZ/
Estonia:
http://www.cv.ee/
Greece:
http://www.oaed.gr
http://home.asda.gr/EmployeeDB/SelectALL_tblWorkPossision.asp
Georgia:
http://www.jobs.ge
http://www.hr.com.ge http://job.ws/gruzia
Hungary:
http://www.job4smarts.com/
http://www.allasajanlat.lap.hu
Kazakhstan:
http://www.kazakjob.com
Kyrgyzstan:
http://www.job.kg
Latvia:
http://www.cv.lv
http://www.ss.lv/en/work/are_required/index.html
Lithuania:
http://www.cvonline.lt
Moldova:
http://www.moldovajob.com
http://www.jobmarket.gov.md/ru
Poland:
http://www.cvmarket.pl
http://www.hays.pl/en/index.aspx
Romania:
http://www.jobbank.ro
Russian Federation:
http://flexsearch.ru/go/eng
Serbia:
http://www.poslovi.net
http://www.economy.co.yu/berza_rada/
http://www.rztr.co.yu/index.htm
Slovakia:
http://www.cvmarket.sk
http://www.zamestnanie.sk/pracovne-ponuky
http://www.go4bob.com/en/candidates/
http://www.trenkwalder.com/cz/
Slovenia:
http://www.manpower.si/
https://www.studentski-servis.com/
Tajikistan:
http://job.ws/tadgikistan
Turkey:
http://www.hazar.com
http://www.turkiyesiterehberi.com/meslekkurslari.htm
Ukraine:
http://alljob.com.ua
http://www.e-recruiter.com.ua/
http://www.rabota-ukraine.com.ua/
Uzbekistan:
http://www.uzjobs.com/
2009 International Careers Week Handouts (program)
Monday: Introduction to International Careers
Tuesday: International Nonprofit Careers
PowerPoint
Handout
Wednesday: International Business Careers
Friday: Academic Careers and International Education
2008 International Careers Week Handouts
Introduction to International Careers
Non-Profit Careers, By Laura Joseph, Assistant Director, Center for African Studies
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