There are many opportunities to get involved in post-grad work abroad, and below offers a short list that can be a useful starting point. Keep in mind, however, that this is by no means an exhaustive list and the Wang Center is more than willing to discuss further options best suited for a particular student.
CIEE Teach Abroad: Opportunities to teach in China, Chile, South Korea, Spain, & Thailand.
WorldTeach: Summer, Semester, & Year-long opportunities to teach throughout different regions of the world.
Bryanna Plog ('10) is currently serving as a volunteer with the WorldTeach program in Colombia. To learn more about her experiences, please visit her blog!
*Please note that Pacific Lutheran University/the Wang Center for Global Education are not responsible for the content held within this blog. The opinions of this blog do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Pacific Lutheran University/the Wang Center for Global Education.
Language Corps: Opportunities to gain TESOL/TEFL training & certification while teaching abroad.
Lutheran World Relief: Provides opportunities to give your time and energy to the organization's efforts around the world.
Krista Foundation: Awards fellowships for service abroad and provides a forum for reflection on the meaning of global citizenship upon the fellows' return to the U.S.
ELCA's Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM) Program: A one-year international service and learning opportunity. In 2009, 50 young adult volunteers began service in 9 different countries around the world.
WWOOF: Provides the opportunity to volunteer on a wide range of sustainable, organic farms around the world.
Peace Corps: Volunteers serve in 74 countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Central and South America, Europe, and the Middle East. Collaborating with local community members, Volunteers work in areas like education, youth outreach and community development, the environment, and information technology.