International Jobs and Internships!
UM students now have access to Going Global, an online portal that connects you with country-specific information about finding a job abroad in over 30 countries!
Wisdom From Abroad
"If someone wants to ask questions or find out more about what it's really like here I'd tell them to look at daveseslcafe.com. It's one of the biggest sites for information on teaching here in Korea and also to a lesser extent, other Asian countries."
- Scott Fitzmeyer
English Teacher, Daegu, South Korea
Teach Abroad
Programs & Resources
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General Teaching Abroad Programs & Resources
Teaching English Abroad General Programs & Resources
Teaching English Abroad Region Specific Programs & Resources
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Careers4Terps
Search jobs posted by employers recruiting UM students for their teaching positions abroad.
General Teaching Abroad
International Schools Services
ISS is a recruiting agency for American international schools for students of expatriate families, diplomats and government employees for K-12. Maintains a database of candidates and sponsors several recruitment fairs. Paid positions- some offer living stipends, health insurance or retirement benefits. Typically 2 year contracts. Most candidates need to be teaching certified. Small application fee but no placement or program fees beyond that.
Search Associates
Includes information and job boards about the job search process for international teaching positions
Department of Defense Education Activity
Hires elementary and secondary school teachers on military bases. Also offers unpaid jobs for student teachers.
Teaching English Abroad General Programs & Resources
Teaching English Abroad General Programs & Resources
Alliance Abroad Group
Teaching, volunteer and work abroad programs available. Teaching programs in China, Spain, Chile or Argentina. Program fees range from $1,000 +. Compensation varies on program location and length.
BridgeLinguatec
Program that offers TEFL training and certification. Upon completion of course, job placement available in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Asia Europe or other Latin American countries. CCET accredited. Volunteer positions also available.
CIEE Teach Abroad
Teach Abroad programs in Chile, China, Spain and Thailand. Participants teach between 16 and 22 English classes per week in grade schools and some Universities. Application fee plus program fee covers placement in paid position, week-long orientation on site (TEFL courses, sightseeing, transportation from orientation- to host institution), insurance, pre=departure planning, handbook, esl teaching guide, visa assistance, accommodations. Monetary compensation
Cultural Embrace
Programs in Latin America, Europe, Asia and the UK with guaranteed teaching placement that is typically paid- other compensation may be available. TEFL course, intl insurance, orientation is included in program fee. Programs vary from 1 month- 1 year.
Contact: Emlyn Lee
Dave's ESL Café
Website with program information, blogs and lots of information about teaching English as a second language, either abroad or in the U.S.
EF English First
Teach English in China, Indonesia or Russia with the world’s largest private education company
ITC- International TEFL Certificate
TEFL training program abroad for 4 weeks. Program fee includes, TEFL certificate, employment assistance, training, some sites provide accommodation
Language Corps
Programs in Asia, Latin America, Europe and Africa. Program fees include TESOL training and certification, guaranteed placement into a paid EFL teaching position. Local language training, and comprehensive support services. Programs are usually 10-12 months in length though there are some summer programs
Overseas Service Corps of the YMCA
Teaching paid positions available in Taiwan. Other compensation includes return airfare, accommodation, medical insurance. 1 year positions. $50 application fee. For information contact International Group, YMCA of the USA, 101 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606, 800-872-9622
Princeton-in-Asia
One year paid teaching placements in Asia. Small contribution fee to cover placement, pre-departure advising, housing placement or assistance. Applicants are required to get TESOL certification and attend interview in NJ in January. Bachelor's degree required.
Transitions Abroad
Information about working, studying, and traveling abroad including volunteering, teaching, and internships.
Washington and Lee Center for International Education
Includes information and links to programs and resources for teaching English abroad
Teaching English Abroad Region Specific Programs & Resources
Europe
EF English First
Teach English in China, Indonesia or Russia with the world’s largest private education company
French Ministry of Education
French Ministry of Education program offers paid placements for Americans with some knowledge of French in French Schools
Spanish Ministry of Education
Fellowship grant for qualified applicants for teaching assistants in regions throughout Spain for one year.
Asia
EF English FirstTeach English in China, Indonesia or Russia with the world’s largest private education company
Reach to Teach
Participants can teach English in South Korea, Taiwan or China.
JET
Program administered by the Japanese government is the largest program for teaching English in Japan.
O-Hayo Sensei
Lists ESL and other teaching positions in Japan