Journey to Become a Diplomat (with a Guide to Careers in World Affairs)

'The engaging account of one man's travels in Africa and how this once in a lifetime experience shaped his future as a diplomat. Written by George Cunningham, Coordinator for EU bilateral trade relations with the United States, Journey documents his trek which began in Egypt in 1979 and ended in Cape Town, South Africa, two years later. Recognizing international events have created a global society that demands a new type of diplomat, Cunningham provides readers with practical know-how on planning a career in the diplomatic corps and insights on how he went about securing his positions at the United Nations and European Union. The Guide to Careers in World Affairs section focuses on the major organizations that offer employment in diplomacy and international affairs, presenting basic information on them and details about being recruited into full-time positions and applying for internships.'