Work Experience
Work experience is a placement scheme that offers on-the-job training and career development, boosting your opportunities for the future. Work experience gives you an insight into how the working world works and gives you an idea about certain career paths.
Work experience schemes are offered all over the world, but instead of working for a company in London, why not work for company in New York or Sydney?
Work experience schemes are aimed at students and post-graduate students aged 17-26 and run for four to 12 weeks. Even though it’s usually unpaid, your expenses are covered by the company.
International work experience schemes provide opportunities for students to gain experience in their field, determine if they have an interest in a particular career, and work out if they want to relocate to a different country.
Work experience abroad will look amazing on your CV and make you much more employable for the future. Not only that, but work experience abroad really gives you the opportunity to get to know a country on a more intimate level. And who knows, you may even be offered a job at the end of the scheme.
Teach English in Senegal
Countries:
Senegal
Duration:
from 4 Weeks
Join a Projects Abroad teaching placement in Senegal, and gain invaluable teaching experience in a challenging yet rewarding environment. We offer opportunities to teach conversational English in the historic town of Saint Louis. Teach in Senegal, and leave with an outstanding CV and unforgettable memories.
Law & Human Rights in South Africa
Countries:
South Africa
Duration:
from 2 Weeks
Whether you are considering a career in Law and Human Rights or a graduate seeking practical experience, you will have a role to play on our project in South Africa. Volunteers on our Projects Abroad Law and Human Rights placement will work alongside local staff and gain first-hand experience of human rights law in practice.
Call: 0845 344 7562
Veterinary Work Experience in Buenos Aires
Countries:
Argentina
Duration:
from 4 Weeks to 12 Weeks
Our Veterinary Placement is located in the heart of Buenos Aires and is perfect for a passionate animal lover looking to gain experience working with all types of animals. You'll work in one of the largest vet clinics and pet shops in Buenos Aires.
Call: 0845 344 7585
Volunteer with Disadvantaged Children in Ghana
Countries:
Ghana
Duration:
from 7 Days to 12 Weeks
Volunteer in Ghana, where both education and willing hands are highly valued. If you would like to get stuck in with a rewarding project, are resourceful and would like the freedom and flexibility to try out your own ideas this Ghana volunteer placement is for you. Travelling out from your volunteer base each day with fellow volunteers or perhaps a friend or partner you travelled with you have an exciting a variety of options.
Journalism placement in Moldova
Countries:
Moldova
Duration:
from 4 Weeks
If you are looking to further your experience in the notoriously competitive world of journalism, then we may have just what you are looking for. This Projects Abroad print journalism placement gives volunteers the chance to put together an impressive portfolio of work.
Human Rights placement in Senegal
Countries:
Senegal
Duration:
from 4 Weeks
This Projects Abroad placement offers a unique insight into the practice of Human Rights in Senegal. This project is suitable for both prospective students and post-graduate volunteers. Volunteer’s roles can be tailored in relation to their knowledge and understanding in specific areas of Human Rights.
Archaeology projects abroad
Duration:
from 2 Weeks
Volunteering on an Archaeology placement with Projects Abroad is the perfect way to gain professional work experience in an exciting and unique environment. This project is suitable for all, whether you are currently studying or simply have an interest in archaeology.
Top engineering internship in huge emerging markets energy company!
Countries:
Colombia
Duration:
from 1 Months to 6 Months
We are partners with one of the largest oil & power groups in Latin America - Cryogas/Indura Group - where we regularly place engineering students (of all disciplines, mechanical, chemical etc) from all over the world. We offer engineering roles in Indura group in the booming emerging market of Colombia - Apply Today with The Intern Group!
Prestigious PR & Marketing internship in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Countries:
Argentina
Duration:
from 1 Months to 6 Months
Work for the largest lifestyle company in the world, Quintessentially, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. You will attend high-profile events and mix with VIPs & celebrities as your promote the Quintessentially brand. You will also oversee major PR & marketing campaigns, learning from top PR & marketing professionals. A fantastic opportunity to boost your resume, improve your Spanish skills and enjoy the Latin flair & European style of Buenos Aires.
INTO China
Countries:
China
Duration:
from 4 Weeks to 12 Weeks
Our all-inclusive courses combine Chinese language tuition with a programme of excursions and cultural experiences. You will join a truly international cohort where you can practice your new language skills in small group activities with Chinese university students. A unique feature of the course is theopportunity to learn about the world of work in China through a series of master classes delivered by top employers in China.
Catering Assistants
No experience in catering? No worries! Anyone who joins the PGL Staff team for the first time with limited or no previous experience can join us on the PGL Apprenticeship Scheme. This would suit anyone who is looking for something different to the standard 9-5, especially if you are looking to self-finance your gap year and gain some work based experience for your CV.
Care work in Togo
Countries:
Togo
Duration:
from 4 Weeks
The Projects Abroad care placements in Togo are extremely worthwhile projects. They are based largely in orphanages, home to some of the country’s most vulnerable children. These projects allow volunteers to make a real difference to the lives of children who need constant care and attention.
Bring your passion for sport to disadvantaged kids in South Africa
Countries:
South Africa
Duration:
from 5 Weeks to 12 Weeks
Bring hope to the lives of some of South Africa’s poorest children in this heart-warming sports and childcare project. Live with other volunteers in vibrant Port Elizabeth, enjoying the fantastic nightlife, stunning beaches and incredible climate. Coach your favourite sports, from football to netball, from hockey to swimming, from cricket to rugby and from tennis to basketball.
Get Paid for Your Gap Year in 2013!
Countries:
France,
Spain,
United Kingdom
Duration:
Want to spent part of your Gap Year gaining valuable skills to add to your CV - and get paid for it? PGL Travel is the UK's market leading provider of adventure activity holidays and educational travel courses for young people. Operating at 24 locations across the UK, France and Spain, we look for enthusiastic, motivated and inspiring people to join our seasonal staff team in a wealth of different roles: Activity Instructors (no previous activity experience required), Watersports Instructors, Catering and Hospitality roles, Drivers, Administrators, French-speaking Tour Leaders and Environmental Instructors. Help to give our guests the time of their lives ... While you have yours!
Call: 0845 344 7525
Medical work experience in Peru
Countries:
Peru
Duration:
from 4 Weeks
Volunteers on our Projects Abroad Medical placement in Peru will gain a great deal of valuable work-experience alongside some of the most skilled and inspirational doctors in the country. You will find yourself coming into contact with conditions that you wouldn't normally see in the developed world.
