Useful reference books for Global Studies majors

Books on how to find employment overseas
Books in international careers

These books are available in the Political Science department lounge. If you wish to take one home for a few days, speak with Ken Foster, chair of the Global Studies Program, Old Main 311.

Alissa S. Wilson, Ann Barham, and John Hammock, “Practical Idealists: Changing the World and Getting Paid: Studies in Global Equity” (Global Equity Initiative, Harvard University, 2008)

Caitlin Hachmyer, “Alternatives to the Peace Corps: A Guide to Global Volunteer Opportunities,” 12th Edition (Food First Books, 2008)

Dillon Banerjee, “The Insider’s Guide to the Peace Corps: What to Know Before You Go,” 2nd Edition (Ten Speed Press, 2009)

Jean-Marc Hachey, “The Big Guide to Living and Working Overseas: 3,045 Career Building Resources,” 4th Edition (ISSI Inc./Intercultural Systems, 2004)

Joseph Collins, Steano DeZerega, and Zahara Heckscher, “How to Live Your Dream of Volunteering Overseas” (Penguin Books, 2008)

Maria Pinto Carland and Candace Faber (eds.), “Careers in International Affairs,” 8th Edition (Georgetown University Press, 2008)

Mark Stefanick, “Smash Your Job Market Competition: Career Volunteering Strategies for Landing Your Dream Job, and Eye-Opening Insights for Creating a Successful Future” (Trafford Publishing, 2006)

Mary Anne Thompson, “The Global Resume and CV Guide” (Wiley, 2000)

Nina Segal and Eric Kocher, “International Jobs: Where They Are, How to Get Them,” 6th Edition (Basic Books, 2003)

Roger Potter, “Worldwide Volunteering,” 4th Edition (How to Books, 2004)

Shawn Dorman (ed.), “Inside a U.S. Embassy: How the Foreign Service Works for America” (Potomac Books Inc., 2009)

Sherry L. Mueller and Mark Overmann, “Working World: Careers in International Education, Exchange, and Development” (Georgetown University Press, 2008)

Shelly Cryer, “The Nonprofit Career Guide: How to Land a Job That Makes a Difference” (Fieldstone Alliance, 2008)

Susan Griffith, “Work Your Way Around the World,” 14th Edition (Vacation Work, 2009)

Suzanne Stone, “Volunteering Around the Globe: Life-Changing Travel Adventures” (Capital Books, 2008)

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