2 helmikuun, 2026 
14 minuuttia lukea Working abroad means diving into a new a new life and a new culture, but it is mostly about getting into an adventure that will change your life forever! There are multiple reasons why you might be interested in working abroad. Maybe you just graduated and you want to spend a gap year in another country. Or you are just looking for an adventure to spice up your life. But working abroad could also be interesting for people that want a career switch, or boost!
On this page we give you all the information about working abroad with Job Squad. We tell you why you should work abroad, list the most popular destinations, and we tell you how to find the perfect job abroad. But we also provide a checklist of what you need when you start doing so and zoom in on life as an expat. So keep reading to find out everything you need to know about working abroad with Job Squad.
Why you should start working abroad
Getting a job abroad gives you so much more than you might think of right now. Personally, you will develop yourself. It might be the first time in your life you are on your own, and you have to fix every problem that you come across. When, and if you come back, you will be more mature. And next to this, you have given your CV a big boost! Employers really appreciate the fact that you have been working abroad, as it shows signs of adaptability and that you are willing to take a risk. So after working abroad for a while, make sure to use that experience to boost your CV.
But there are more advantages of working abroad. Think about the language skills you will improve. Even though we offer jobs in your native language, you will still be living in another country, surrounded by people speaking another language. You can start with learning some basic phrases, or take lessons to develop your skills a bit quicker. Because you live in the country of this language, you can practice in real life with native speakers. Make sure to put these language skills into your CV as well, because it helps you to stand out in the crowd.
If you work abroad, you will also expand your professional network. Make sure to use LinkedIn to connect with all the people you meet. An international network can be really helpfull in finding a new job abroad, if you enjoyed the experience and want to keep working abroad. But in the end of the day, the most important reason to start working abroad is because of the adventure. You will experience so many new and exciting things, make new and international friends and get the chance to see things that you wouldn’t if you stayed in your home country.
If you want to know and read more about the reasons why others decided to get a job abroad and enjoy life in another country, check out the personal experiences of candidates we already helped to land a fitting job abroad.
The most popular destinations
At Job Squad, we offer jobs in a lot of countries and cities. We can be your best friend, especially if you are looking to start working in Europe. Whether you are looking for a new place with lot’s of sunshine, or you want to experience snow and the northern lights. Picking the right destination for you working abroad adventure is not only about the country itself, but also about the people. Make sure to do you research. To help you in doing that, we have created pages about the countries and cities that we offer jobs in.
Southern Europe: If you are looking for a destination with a lot of sun and a relaxed pace lifestyle, go for a Southern European country. The islands of Malta and Cyprus offer a lot of sun and a relaxed life. If you want to have a more buzzing surrounding, start living and working in a city in Portugal, Spain or Greece for example.
Western Europe: When you want to focus on boosting your career, consider countries like Ireland, Germany or France. Here you can live a good life, but you will mainly find great job opportunities and lot’s of possibilities to connect with other professionals there.
Northern Europe: Looking for a great work-life balance? You can find that in Northern Europe. In countries as Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Norway, they make sure you have enough space left to enjoy life outside of your working hours. And a bonus, the nature in these countries is amazing.
Eastern Europe: Working abroad in Eastern Europe has become increasingly popular in the last couple of years. Life is really affordable in Poland, Bulgaria or Romania. This gives you the chance to save money, and live a comfortable life without stressing about money.
Outside of Europe: We listed the best European countries to start working abroad, but you can also think even further away from home. If you want to start working remote, you can do that from anywhere in the world. So maybe an adventure in Canada or South Africa will fit that new lifestyle.
How do you find a job abroad?
Finding the right job abroad is very important. It is the place, and the environment, where you will be for a lot of hours every week. We provide you with the most important steps in finding the job abroad that suits you perfectly:
Step 1: Choose your destination and type of job. Picking the place where you are going to live for the upcoming time, is one of the most important decisions. Do you research about the destinations you are interested in. Once you have decided this, it’s time to pick a job direction. What kind of work do you want to do? This doesn’t have to be a specific job, but you need to have a direction in mind.
Step 2: Make sure your CV is international. You have to make sure that your resume is build for applying to international jobs. If you want to know how to do this, make use of tips from recruiters or people that have found a job abroad before you.
Step 3: Use the right channels for finding a job. Of course, here at Job Squad we offer a lot of jobs abroad in all sorts of destinations. But you could also use LinkedIn as your best friend in finding the perfect job abroad.
Step 4: Prepare for the interview. The interview for a job abroad will be a little different, because it will be online. So if you want to master the online interview, you have to prepare a bit different.
Step 5: Fix practical things. For every destination there are different things you have to fix before you make the move abroad. Make sure to prepare for you move abroad by learning about the specific things you have to fix before you start living and working in your new destination.
Job Squad can help you in every step of finding a job abroad. We offer jobs in all sorts branches and locations, but our recruiters are also there to prepare you for the interview and for the move abroad.
What do you need? A practical preparation
When you have decided that you want to start working abroad, you can’t go wrong with a checklist. Here are the most important working abroad tips when you prepare for the move:
Documents: The most important document of all is of course your passport. Ensure that your passport is valid, or renew it in time. If you find a job abroad, it is also important to have a Certificate of Conduct and your birth certificate. Employers might ask you to provide these, so be smart and already have a (printed) copy of these important documents.
Insurance: Having good insurance when working abroad is really important. Especially healthcare and travel insurance are must haves for every expat.
Finances: It is smart to calculate how much money you need monthly. Do this by creating a starting budget, but also by fixing things at a local bank. If you live somewhere for a longer period of time, it is smart to open up a local bank account. Once you have done this, it’s time to give yourself a clear view of the income and the expenses of every month, so you know how to manage your finances.
Housing: In some jobs, the company you start working for helps with finding an apartment. But most of the times, you have to fix this yourself. Use Facebook, a recruitment agency like Job Squad to fix this, or read more about how to find apartments abroad.
EU vs non EU: There is a difference in what you need to fix if you are from the EU or not. To summarize, you have to fix a lot more if you are not from the EU. Make sure you understand the difference between these two.
Popular industries and roles
It possible for everyone to find a job abroad, even if you don’t have a lot of experience. So if you have just graduated, there are still enough options available for you. At Job Squad we offer jobs in the following industries:
Customer service: Working in customer service is one of the easiest starting positions for working abroad. In most jobs within this industry, you don’t need previous experience. Perfect for a gap year abroad for example.
iGaming / online casino: If you are looking for a job in an exciting and fast paced environment, the iGaming industry could be the place for you. Are you confident in front of a camera? Look into becoming a online game presenter. Next to gaining experience in presenting, there are many more benefits of working in online casino abroad.
Sales & Marketing: When you see yourself working in sales for a long time, gaining international work experience is very helpfull. It will convince future employers to hire you. If you really enjoy working in sales abroad, you could also consider working in sales fully remote. You can do this from anywhere in the world.
Hospitality: Consider a job in hospitality if you like working with people. It is important to always have a smile on your face, and that you are willing to help someone no matter what the circumstances are. Jobs in hospitality are mostly available in peak seasons (mostly in summer), but sometimes you can find year-round jobs as well.
IT & Tech Support: If you are technically gifted, maybe IT & Tech Support is something for you. You help others on a daily basis. Similar to sales, these kind of jobs are perfect for working fully remote in the future. To find a fully remote job, it’s great to gain some international work experience first. In that way, you convince employers that you can adapt and that you are able to work from anywhere.
Life as an expat
Building up a life in another country is something completely different. It is important to keep this in mind, because you will have to deal with some things. But in the end, expat life can be amazing. As long as you manage expectations. We provide you with some practical tips:
The first few weeks: These might be the hardest of them all. Everything is new: your house, your job, the culture, and much more. It can feel overwhelming, but give yourself time to get used to your new life. Slowly build up routines and don’t be afraid to ask for help at your work (or from your recruiter).
Making friends in a new country: Maybe you move abroad with a friend, but a lot of people take this leap by themselve. Making friends in a new country is the fastest way to feeling at home in your new place. The country or city is important, but people eventually make the experience what it is.
How to manage homesickness: Most young people that have moved abroad, have struggled with homesickness at one point. It’s no surprise: you go from living close to your family and friends to living so far away that you need a plane to visit them. Expat guilt is another thing most people will experience at some point. Just know that it is normal to feel these things. It is important that you know how to handle homesickness and expat guilt.
Work-life balance in other cultures: This will be different in every culture. In the Greek working culture, for example, building personal relationships with your coworkers is very important. Make sure to research the work-life balance in other cultures. Your recruiter can help you with this, because they are experienced and have all the knowledge about this.
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Conclusion
At Job Squad we know that working abroad is an experience that will stick with you forever. You might have doubts about it, but we know that working abroad is achievable and rewarding.
So if you are convinced that working abroad is the adventure you need in your life, take a look at the available job offers. If you are not sure what job you want, but there is still a big interest in working abroad, you can also contact us first. And if you are looking for more personal experiences, we also provide you with candidate stories. Here you can read about the experiences of real people, who also took the brave step and started working abroad.
