International Job Openings
U.S. Agency for International Development: USAID has been the principal U.S. agency to extend assistance to countries recovering from disaster, trying to escape poverty, and engaging in democratic reforms. or (202) 712-1030.
U.S. Department of Commerce: The International Trade Administration (ITA) is a sub-office within the Department of Commerce. ITA's mission is to create prosperity by strengthening the competitiveness of U.S. industry, promoting trade and investment, and ensuring fair trade and compliance with trade laws and agreements. or (916) 322-1502..
U.S. Federal Trade Commission: The FTC pursues vigorous and effective law enforcement; advances consumers interests by sharing its expertise with federal and state legislatures and U.S. and international government agencies; develops policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences; and creates practical and plain-language educational programs for consumers and businesses in a global marketplace with constantly changing technologies. l or (415) 848-5100.
U.S Department of Defense: The mission of the Department of Defense is to provide the military forces needed to deter war and to protect the security of our country. Along with this mission the DoD provides civilian run operational support to missions across the world. Two examples include education services to military personnel and their families and grocery store operations on base across the globe. or (703) 545-6700.
U.S. Department of Homeland Security: The Department of Homeland Security has a vital mission: to secure the nation from the many threats we face. This requires the dedication of more than 225,000 employees in jobs that range from aviation and border security to emergency response, from cybersecurity analyst to chemical facility inspector. Sub-offices that focus on international issues include: Citizenship and Immigration Services, Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Transportation Security Administration, and the Office of Intelligence Analysis. or (415) 782-9245
U.S. Department of Treasury: The Department works with other federal agencies, foreign governments, and international financial institutions to encourage global economic growth, raise standards of living, and to the extent possible, predict and prevent economic and financial crises. Sub-offices involved in the above activities include the Office of International Affairs and Terrorism and Financial Intelligence. or (202) 622-2000.
Peace Corps: Peace Corps is more vital than ever, working in emerging and essential areas such as information technology and business development, and committing more than 1,000 new Volunteers as a part of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Peace Corps Volunteers continue to help countless individuals who want to build a better life for themselves, their children, and their communities. http://www.peacecorps.gov/index.cfm or (510) 452-8451.
U.S. Department of State: The U.S. Department of State is focused on accomplishing America's mission of diplomacy at home and around the world. or (510) 642-8125.
U.S. Department of Agriculture: Working with the Foreign Agriculture Service (FAS) is one of the primary ways to get involved in international issues with the Department of Agriculture. FAS works to improve foreign market access for U.S. products, build new markets, improve the competitive position of U.S. agriculture in the global marketplace, and provide food aid and technical assistance to foreign countries. or (916) 714-1104.
U.S Department of Justice: The mission of DOJ is to enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States according to the law; to ensure public safety against threats foreign and domestic; to provide federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime; to seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior; and to ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans. or (415) 744-6565.
U.S. Broadcasting Board of Governors: BBG broadcasters distribute programming in 60 languages to an estimated weekly audience of 175 million people via radio, TV, the Internet and other new media. The BBG works to serve as an example of a free and professional press, reaching a worldwide audience with news, information, and relevant discussions. or (202) 203-4400.
Sacramento Regional Center for International Trade Development: The Sacramento Regional Center for International Trade Development works with various international trade, economic development and small business service providers to assist new and existing exporters and importers in 11-counties surrounding Sacramento.
Centers for International Trade Development in California: The Centers for International Trade Development (CITD) have strategic units for international trade and assist thousands of companies annually in conducting international business.
Sacramento State Library: International Business Resources: Links and resources for international trade and business at the Sacramento State Library.
Sacramento U.S. Export Assistance Center: The U.S. Export Assistance Center in Sacramento is part of a large domestic and international network consisting of over 250 offices in 82 countries designed to support U.S. international business development needs.
The Federation of International Trade Associations: Welcome to the most comprehensive searchable database of International Trade Web Resources on the Internet. More than 8000 links to International Trade / Import-Export Web sites are annotated and indexed.
United Nations System of Organizations: This site offers an alphabetic index of websites of the United Nations System of Organizations.
Idealist: Idealist is an interactive site where people and organizations can exchange resources and ideas, and locate international volunteer opportunities and jobs, www.idealist.org. They also have a link of international job listing sites at www.idealist.org/career/morejobs.html.
UN Department of Public Information: Non-Governmental Organizations Directory: Directory of international non-governmental organizations.
Economic Development Jobs: DEVJOBS posts hundreds of fresh and new job vacancies members each week. The word "International development organizations" include international NGOs, multilateral financial institutions, United Nations agencies, development consulting firms, universities involved in development and such similar organizations.
Institute of Development Studies: Economic Development Jobs: Eldis list international jobs, internships, and volunteer positions, including positions related to international economic development.
Intern Abroad: GoAbroad.com is committed to providing the most comprehensive international education and alternative travel databases, including listing internships, volunteer positions and jobs internationally.
Transitions Abroad: International Internships: Transitions Abroad is dedicated to work, study, living, and cultural immersion travel abroad. Its purpose is the dissemination of practical information leading to a greater understanding of other cultures through direct participation in the daily life of the host community.
Global Experiences: Global Experiences is an international education program provider, specializing in international internships and work experience abroad, summer internships, fashion internships abroad, teaching English as a second language, and similar programs.
Earthwatch: Provides opportunities for students to join research expeditions worldwide. The Earthwatch Institute engages people worldwide in scientific field research and education to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment.
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