International Study & Work

International Education

43% of Amherst students choose to study abroad during their Junior year in over 25 countries. First-year students should begin during this year to think about studying abroad and where it fits in their academic studies and career plans. The process to study abroad, however, usually starts during the sophomore year, when students decide upon a major. All students should attend a Steps to Study Abroad Meeting, and make an appointment with the Study Abroad Advisor.

The Amherst College Study Abroad Advisor is William W. Hoffa, Ph.D . The Study Abroad Office is located in the Career Center, College Hall, First Floor, Amherst College, Amherst, MA 01002. Phone: (413) 542-2265. Fax: (413) 542-5790.

Working Abroad

The Going Global Career Guides are the ultimate international job seeker's guide! Updated continually, this massive research tool contains more than 10,000 resources for finding employment at home and abroad. Developed by a worldwide team of career specialists, each country covers:

Job search resources
Employment opportunities and trends
Industry-specific trade and professional
Business resources and networking groups
Work permits and visa regulations
Cost of living and compensation information
Resume/CV writing guidelines
Cultural and interviewing advice
Embassy listings

The Global Key Employer Directory & Daily Job Postings contains corporate listings of leading local and multinational employers in 31 countries around the globe! Over 25,000 listings have been specially selected to reflect companies where professional opportunities are more likely to be available. Company information includes:

Full official name of the company
Type of company
Description of company activities
Number of employees
Latest financial figures available (sales, etc)
Names of company officers
NAICS category (North American Industry Classification System)
Mailing address
Telephone, fax, website