Journeys and Adventures

A recent article on MSN Encarta about The New Global Skill Set caught my attention.  In it, several college programs in the United States at both the undergraduate and graduate level reveal that they recognize the importance of working in a global market in today’s society and are reminding students that exposure to other cultures is extremely important.

   With a struggling economy, workers need every advantage they can get and the ability to work with others from other countries has become a big benefit for companies attempting to succeed on a global scale.

   How do you get the skills companies are looking for?  The article suggests you consider:

•  a minimum of two years study in a foreign language (English, Spanish, Chinese, French, Arabic, and Japanese are specifically mentioned as desired languages)

• study abroad program for a full semester (showing that you have spent significant time in a different culture)

• internship abroad (proving that you can work in a foreign culture).

   You don’t have to be a college student to gain the global experience companies are currently looking for.  Take a foreign language class at your local community college or teach yourself through the library, mention the time you spent in France at your interview, put the classes you taught while on your volunteer vacation on your resume.  If you can afford it, sign up for an internship abroad.

   I know that travel can have a great positive impact on your personal life, but now it can also help you in your professional life.  Follow this job advice and you may give yourself the edge you need.

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