Work for an expatriate owned foreign company

In this case language barriers will not be such a problem.

It is possible that you have contacts within the firm who can help set you up.

Work in an industry that offers lots of scope for travel

One of the safest options is to find work in your home country within an industry that offers lots of opportunities to travel.

The Armed forces, Diplomatic corp., Leisure and Tourism will all potentially lead to a placement abroad.

If you have language skills and show a particular desire to work overseas then you will be given preference.

Visas and immigration laws

To work for an extended period in a country of which you are a non resident you usually require a work visa.

This can prove to be difficult in some countries and you may only be granted access if you already have a job waiting for you, or if you have specific skills that that country is looking for.

To get a visa contact the embassy of the country you want to move to within your own country. If there is not an embassy write to the British foreign office for advice.

Check the employment figures of the country you hope to move to as they can provide an indication as to how easy it will be to get a work permit. The USA, New Zealand, Australia and Canada all have fairly elaborate immigration rules.

Tailoring your CV to different countries

Employers in different countries essentially all look for the same qualities in their applicants, however a country may have their own unique conventions when it comes to CV writing.

For further details see the article 'Tailoring your CV for different countries'.

Generally though make sure your CV and covering letter are clear enough for a national in your targeted country to understand who you are and what you want.

Your must show that you have an understanding of the country and industry sector within that country so that people feel that you can contribute immediately.