Jobs That Require International Traveling
For people who love to travel, a job requiring international travel may seem ideal. However, jobs requiring a lot of travel are not always glamorous nor are they always well paying. Nonetheless, for those with the required temperament and qualifications these jobs can be very rewarding. The list below is a sample of jobs that require international travel.
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Basic Requirements
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While different international careers have specific requirements there are some common requirements for all international jobs. A valid passport is a must. A clean background check is also necessary and will make obtaining visas for entry into many countries possible. Knowledge of at least one foreign language is also necessary if you have extensive dealings in a particular country. Flexibility and the ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds are also helpful traits.
Travel Agent
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A travel agent makes recommendations based on personal experience as well as experience in the business. As such, travel agents visit as many of the locations they work with as possible. Travel agents are not required to have a particular degree, although many are college educated. Travel agents who work for agencies often receive training to use the reservation system for a particular company on the job. Independent travel agents must obtain this training on their own. The mean salary for travel agents was $32,470, according to a report issued by the Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2008. However, this figure does not include the perks of free travel and accommodations.
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Missionary
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Religious and social work missionaries work with disadvantaged populations in developing countries and sometimes in the United States. Missionaries can be found in nearly every religious denomination and in nondenominational organizations. Many missionaries receive training within individual churches while others work with volunteer organizations. Missionary work can be challenging and is often very low paying. In some instances the only compensation is room and board.
Ambassador or Diplomat
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An ambassador or diplomat is an appointed official of his government who is assigned as the official country's representative. Many are highly trained with advanced degrees. Others have long, distinguished careers before becoming diplomats. One way for young people to break into the field is to study international affairs and work for an international agency such as the United Nations. While ambassadors do not command extremely high salaries, they do make a comfortable living, and their accommodations are also provided for them while they are on assignment.
Multinational Executive
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Many of the largest corporations have branches and offices located worldwide. Workers at the management and executive level have the best chance of gaining an international assignment. A college degree is nearly always required. In many instances a master of business administration (MBA) is an asset. Specialized training in an area which is vital to the international dealings of the company along with foreign language skills are also highly prized. Multinational executives often make good salaries, sometimes into six figures.
Independent Consultant
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Depending on the field of specialization, an independent consultant can count on extensive travel, much of it internationally. While consulting does not have specific education requirements, many consultants have at least a bachelor's degree along with extensive experience in their specialized field. Consultants who work primarily with clients in a specific country are often conversant or fluent in that country's language. While the hours are long the pay is often very lucrative with six-figure salaries not out of the question.
Military
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The old slogan, "Join the Army, see the world," still applies. However, military recruits often have little or no say in where they are assigned. Pay also varies depending on military rank and the specific assignment. There is also the chance of being assigned to an active war zone which presents its own dangers. However, military personnel frequently have the opportunity to see parts of the world which tourists will never have the opportunity to experience.
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