Expand your horizons and open up new career opportunities by working abroad. It not only allows you to see another part of the world but can provide you with the cross-cultural experience employers are looking for in new employees. What you discover abroad and within yourself could make an interesting addition to your application and influence your career decisions.
CaPS organizes yearly Worldwide Career Week and workshops where you can explore opportunities and examine steps needed to get started in international careers. If you wish to speak individually to an advisor, please call 514-398-3304 to schedule an appointment with Janice Tester.
Working in the USA
Information for anyone who is interested in working in the U.S.
VISA Options for Canadians (PDF)
Most common types of employment visas: H-1B visas, L visa, O visas and more.
U.S. VISA Information (PDF)
Topics covered include:
- Employment in the United States
- Instructions for Visa Applicants
- Will I Qualify for a VISA?
- Making Appointments for Non-Immigrant Visa Interviews
- Non-Immigrant Photo Requirements
- Free Trade Agreement Between Canada and the United States
Resources
- Going Global
(VPN is required. Individual registration is highly recommended)
16 million worldwide job and internship listings, 450,000 corporate profiles, country and city career guides, work permit requirements, sample cover letters and resumes, cultural advice, interviewing tips, H1B Visa database for Canadians thinking to work in the USA. - The Big Guide to Living and Working Overseas
(VPN and individual registration are required)
A comprehensive website that helps students build global career skills. Visit "Part 4 - The Professionals" for resources and job boards in teaching abroad, international career, and NGO and IGO listings. - International Career Employment Weekly (E-Newspaper)
International jobs and internships.
To access the resource, follow the instruction on this page - Career Databases & Periodicals - Verge - Find a program
Find a work abroad program or replacement agency. - More Work Abroad Websites
Career Books
Books that help you obtain practical information in living and working in a foreign country (available at CaPS).- Live and Work in...Canada, USA, France, Spain, Japan and more.
- Living and Working in...Australia, Germany, Italy, London, Switzerland, Dubai and more.
- Recommended Books
International Teaching
Interested in teaching abroad? Links to websites providing international school listings and teaching abroad job websites.- TIE - The International Educator (E-Newspaper)
Teaching jobs from international schools around the world.
To access the resource, follow the instruction on this page - Career Databases & Periodicals - International School Directory
Links to international school listings. - Teaching Abroad Websites
For more information and resources on teaching abroad, visit Queen's University's Faculty of Education: International Job Search Links.
Travel Advice
No preparation can completely prepare you for another culture, no matter how familiar it seems. Be ready to be flexible and willing to change your expectations. Information for Canadians travelling abroad: