Preparing for an International Career: Pathways for People with Disabilities

Preparing for an International Career: Pathways for People with Disabilities

Author: Michele Scheib

Copyright: 2005 by Mobility International USA

80 pages

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ISBN: 1-880034-95-6

Preparing for an International Career encourages young adults with international interests to explore careers in the international affairs, exchange and development fields. This booklet highlights different types of international occupations, job prospects, tips to prepare for an international career, insights from role models and the international exchange and fellowship programs they participated in to get them where they are today.

Table of Contents

Introduction

International Careers

• Types of Career Options
• Benefits and Motivations
• Future Job Prospects
• Qualifications and Preparations

Stepping Stones

• International Activities in High School
• International Degree Programs in College
• International Fellowship Programs in College
• Tips for Entering Your Career
• Mid-Career Transitions

Support Along the Journey

• Others with Disabilities Paving the Way
• Mobility International USA and the National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange