Identifying Opportunities Abroad
First Things First
Schedule an appointment with your career adviser on Handshake
Clarify your goals: country, region, industry
Explore UChicago's global opportunities: Career Treks, Global Career Experiences, Study Abroad
Build language skills and cultural fluency through coursework or student organizations
Prepare Your Search
Research your target country's hiring practices, timelines, and visa requirements
Network with alumni and professionals to gain local career insights
Explore global employers, multinational companies with international offices, and organizations such as the UN, FAO, WHO, and World Bank
Search for opportunities using Handshake's regional collections (APAC, Europe, UK), LinkedIn, and global career databases (Eurodesk, eFinancialCareers, Blue Book Traineeship, Glints - Career Discovery & Development Platform)
Set Your Plan Into Motion
Create a budget for travel, housing, and living expenses
Keep track of recruiting deadlines and application requirements, which often vary by country
Attend international career fairs and recruiting events (European Job Days, Careers in China Fairs)