Global Choices offers a wide variety of programmes for students, young professionals and other participants from the UK and internationally.
~ Hundreds of work placements are waiting for you!

Wednesday, June 20, 2007

Spain, Italy, Greece, Canada or Australia: still available possibilities for this summer!








If you are dreaming of going to Spain, Italy or Greece this summer but have a limited budget – our Work & Travel programmes are for you! By participating in any of them you will earn money, gain work experience and enjoy their lifestyle.

If your planned destination is beyond Europe… how does Australia or Canada sound to you? Our Working Holiday programmes will give you a complete peace of mind before leaving!









Tuesday, June 12, 2007

Hotel jobs in Italy – positions in hospitality and catering

Work and Travel Italy

The paid work placements in Italy are all in 3* - 5* hotels and rural accommodation, Global Choices can arrange work placements in the following locations in Italy: Gallipoli, Santa Maria di Leuca, Costa de Salento, etc.

Participants may occupy jobs in different departments. A work placement in hotel Reception is only possible if the participant has an excellent knowledge of Italian language plus previous work experience. Most common types of Jobs: Kitchen assistant, Room maid, Waiter, Bar staff, Reception, Animator...

Employer provides accommodation: Hotel room (usually shared) with full board.

The minimum contract is for 4 weeks, the maximum is 6 months (contracts may be extended).

The minimum guaranteed wage is between € 200 and € 400 per month, depending upon the establishment, experience and the type of employment. Normal working hours are between 38 and 40 per week. However, specific working hours depend on the region and season.

Monday, June 04, 2007

Internships in Canada

Internship Training Programme in Canada is to enhance the skills and knowledge of qualified trainees in their field through participation in a structured programme.We offer basic kinds of internships, designed to meet the various visa requirements and all fields of interest.
Programme summary. Have a look at our available positions:

Type One : Hospitality and Tourism Internship
Available positions: housekeeping, banquets, events, front desk, guest services, marketing, accounting.Interns would work for 6-12 month terms at a hotel, starting in a night-auditor role and circulate throughout the hotel to experience each of the different departments and roles.Interns for this position must have at least one year of experience at a hotel or resort or be recent graduates of a hotel management course. Interns are paid approximately $10 - $15 per hour and receive subsidized accommodation at the hotel or resort for $7 - $10 per day.

Type Two : IT Internship
This internship may be paid or unpaid and it is open to French, German, and Swiss internship visa-holders and to Working Holiday Visa Holders from other countries. Internships are available in Vancouver for ASP.Net Developers, Database Administrators, Java Developers, Software Developers, and Web Application Developers. Interns may work at major IT firms (ex. Electronic Arts), small and medium-sized IT firms and within the IT departments of major hotels or manufacturers. If paid, interns typically receive a stipend of $200 - $400 per week. To be paid, interns are required to have a minimum of 1 year’s related experience. If they do not have experience, or their skills are not applicable in Canada they may still be eligible to participate in an unpaid internship.

Type Three: Professional Internship
Our core business – professional internships are available in dozens of different professions. With more than 300 corporate partners in Vancouver and Toronto Global Choices can offer internships in architecture, biomedicine, biotechnology, events planning, marketing, industrial design, graphic design, international trade, construction, law, environmental advocacy, hospitality, accounting, financial services, investments, and more. Internships are from 4 weeks to 6 months.

Tuesday, May 29, 2007

Working Holiday Canada


A Working Holiday Visa for Canada is the easiest, most convenient visa status you can have. You can study, work and travel as you would like. Just note that a Working Holiday Visa is not renewable. It is only good for 1 year, so you should plan things out.


Programme summary
Location: All over Canada but mostly Vancouver and Toronto.
Positions: Retail shop clerk, Supermarket clerk, Banquet Servers, Hotel Night Auditor, Hotel Front Desk Clerk, Hotel Housekeeper, Resort Labourers, Film Industry Labourers, Restaurant Line Cook, Restaurant Servers...
Deadline: applications are accepted all year round.
Visa: Assistance will be provided
Cost: from GBP 500


Have a look at our Available Positions.

Wednesday, April 25, 2007

Work and Travel in the Greece Islands this Summer

Global Choices offer hospitality jobs in the following locations on Greece. The choice of available work positions includes: waiter / waitress, bartender, cook-chef, chambermaid, kitchen assistant...

Read our programme description, eligibility criteria and apply now!

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

Easy Start in the UK

Easy Start UK is the package of services for everybody who are willing to set up a life in the UK for a long or short period. We know that starting a new life abroad can be hard, this is why we offer a package of services and personal assistance to help everyone with an Easy Start in the UK. You made a decision of going abroad but you don't have any need of having a hard time. UK will offer you a lot of challenges during your time here, start with our help and make your first steps with confidence.

The most common fears when arriving to a new country are the accommodation, the language, the money, the national insurance, the paperwork and job. We have all the information and we know all the procedures so let us help you with our Easy Start Services.




Easy Start offered Services:

- 2 Weeks accommodation
- English or Computer Courses
- Student/Youth Card
- Bank Account
- National Insurance Number Assistance
- Assistance with changing driving license
- Mobile sim card
- Orientation Session


Tuesday, April 17, 2007

Teaching Languages Abroad

Teaching Languages abroad is a fantastic opportunity to travel overseas, experience a new culture and gain valuable teaching experience. This travel and teaching abroad programme is available to undergraduates, graduates and gap year students. The participants are expected to apply at least 3 months prior to their preferred start date.



The positions in China are for teaching English in schools and universities. Teaching time in China is usually 12 up to 19 hours a week. Each teaching period lasts from 40 minutes in primary school to one hour in the university. For your work at a public school, college or university, you will likely be paid between 3,000 and 5,000RMB/month (roughly US$400-$620) in addition to free housing. (Eligibility and Application).


TEACHING IN BRAZIL
This programme is a great opportunity to learn or improve your Portuguese, meet new people and experience an amazing culture while studying, living and teaching languages in Brazil. It is a practical programme where the student will get training in teaching. This placement is a fantastic chance to experience the Latin American culture and valuable work and travel experience in one of the most beautiful countries in the world. (Eligibility and Application).

This programme enables students to travel to Spain and teach English within the home of a host family. This is a great opportunity to experience the Spanish culture by living with a Spanish family, gain valuable work and travel experience. An added bonus is of course that you will learn at least the basics of the Spanish language, if not become relatively fluent in the language, which always looks fantastic on a CV and for prospective employers. It is a wonderful chance to see mainland Spain and take advantage of the cultural experience and at the same time be in the sunshine! (Eligibility and Application).