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JobMonkey.com
Volume VIII, Issue #14
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Welcome to the JobMonkey Newsletter! Last week we focused on New Year's Resolutions for job seekers. The first resolution on the list was to clarify your goals - after all, you can't find what you're looking for if you don't what it is! Some of you may be looking for stability, others want a six-figure salary (okay, who doesn't?), and still others may be seeking adventure. If the latter description fits you to a T, then this week's newsletter is for you. Our spotlight article is all about finding work in Europe - whether you want to go for a summer, a sabbatical, or a lifetime.

IN THIS NEWSLETTER:

1) Spotlight: Where to Find Work in Europe
2) Around the Monkey: All About Online Degrees
3) Job Announcement: European Jobs

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SPOTLIGHT: Where to Find Work in Europe
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Whether you are looking for a memorable summer vacation or a lifetime on the "Continent," jobs in Europe an exciting prospect. It can also be a daunting one. Can you work exclusively in English or do you need fluency in another language, too? (Depends on the job and the country you are working in.) Do you need special visas and work permits? (Yes, and here is where you can go to find out more about visas and work permits for Europe.) And what kinds of jobs are available in Europe anyway?

Ireland & the UK

They say the Irish are lucky and that might well be true for Americans going to work in Ireland, too. The greatest opportunities are in tourism and high tech, but the Green Isle also has some of the largest mines in the world where experienced miners are always in high demand.

In the United Kingdom, many Americans find temporary work at pubs or at summer camps. For engineers and marketing gurus, there are a host of opportunities in the IT sector. In fact, a number of these gigs are with American companies, so you might be able to find a job at home and then get transferred over -- a huge benefit, since your company will likely pay all administrative fees and moving costs.

France & Germany

If you want or need to work exclusively in English, both France and Germany have great opportunities for English-speaking au pairs. Germany also has a number of U.S. military bases and American high tech companies, both of which provide opportunities for English speakers.

In France, you can find work for the summer in the southern coast's resort industry. If you are a consultant, keep in mind that France has some of the most favorable laws in the European Union. And what could be better than working for yourself...from Paris?!

Italy, Spain & Greece

These Mediterranean countries are booming in summer months with tourism jobs. If you want to teach English, check out opportunities in Italy and Spain. Just keep in mind that there are visa restrictions to contend with. Au pair jobs are also available in Italy and Spain, and if you get hired through an American company, they will help with all the paperwork.

Eastern Europe

Economies are changing rapidly in Eastern Europe, which means opportunities abound for adventuresome entrepreneurs. The biggest sectors for Americans are high tech jobs and English teaching jobs. Free market consultants can also find exciting opportunities in Eastern Europe, particularly in Poland and Romania.

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AROUND THE MONKEY: Online Degrees
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One of the best things about pursuing your degree online is that you can live anywhere you want. You can even live in Europe (as long as are you are prepared to deal with the time change issues for real-time classes)! The JobMonkey blog recently ran a three-part series on distance learning, which you should definitely check out if you are thinking about enrolling in some online classes. There's Is An Online Degree Right For You, Accreditation of Distance Learning Programs, and Financial Aid for Distance Learning. If you wanted to know something that was not covered in one of these posts, please leave your thoughts in the comments section. We would love to be able to address your ideas in a future post!

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JOB OPENINGS: Finding Jobs in Europe
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