Expatsi Guide to Expat Jobs, Digital Nomad Jobs, & Working Abroad
Expatsi Guide to Expat Jobs, Digital Nomad Jobs, & Working Abroad
For most of us looking to move abroad, finding our new home country is only half the battle. Luckily, the job market for expats has shifted over the last several years. Digital nomad jobs and remote work opportunities really exploded in the wake of 2020, allowing more chances than ever to work from wherever you choose to live. So how can you earn a living once you leave the U.S.?
We’ve gathered our favorite remote work resources here to help you answer this question. From teaching English to renting flexible office spaces, you’re sure to find some money-earning openings to get you started. Know a resource that we should add to this list? Shoot us an email at brett@expatsi.com.
Teaching English as a Foreign Language
One of the most common jobs for English-speaking expats, teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) offers a smooth transition to a new country and career. We’ve got in-person teaching programs and digital nomad jobs below.
Founded in Chicago in 2010, International TEFL Academy (ITA) has trained over 50,000 people to become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and has been ranked the #1 TEFL certification school in the world for many years by student reviews.
ITA provides pre-enrollment admission advice to ensure candidates have the right information and expectations of where they can work and in over 80 countries before committing to enrolling in a TEFL class. Enrolled students and ITA Alumni are provided with lifetime job resources, training, and live job support assistance from our Student Affairs team. ITA also offers upgraded programs in certain countries for guaranteed jobs, visas, moving, cultural training, and support.
Job Boards
If you’re looking to carve your own path in the remote job market, these job board sites may help you find that new employment opportunity.
Nomad Cloud knows how tough it can be for digital nomads to find remote job listings. That’s why they’re sending premium remote job listings right to your inbox every Friday. Give them a try and see why 200,000 subscribers come to Nomad Cloud in search of their next remote job opportunity.
FlexJobs specializes in remote and hybrid job listings. They offer hand-screened, high-quality jobs across 50+ career categories. Listings range from entry-level to executive, from freelance to full-time.
We Work Remotely is the largest remote work community in the world. With over 4.5 million visitors, WWR is an excellent resource to find remote jobs.
Digital nomad mom Cara Celeste West posts remote job opportunities nearly every day. We love recommending Cara when it comes to helping digital nomads find work.
Additional Job Resources
Some job training resources expand on the teaching English as a foreign language route. These sites offer additional job training opportunities or resources that you may find useful.
International Open Academy is an educational membership platform for people looking to upgrade their professional and personal skills, create a side-hustle or launch a freelance career with marketable qualifications. It offers 1.5m members affordable access to an ever-expanding library of premium content, with 200+ online courses currently available. Check out its course selection on side hustles and teaching English online
SafetyWing is travel & health insurance just for digital nomads. It covers you in different countries along with trips home if you choose. Don’t worry about the kiddos — they’re covered too. Their flexible plans let you add the benefits you need. Don’t let a sudden illness, natural disaster, or even a lost bag bring your journey down.
Regus offers professional workspaces on demand. From virtual offices and meeting rooms to fully furnished offices, they’ve got locations in every major city worldwide. Membership even comes with access to meeting rooms, break-out areas, and their network of business lounges. This offers a perfect solution for the digital nomad meeting with clients or just needing a business environment wherever they live.
Brett Andrews is an expat influencer and co-founder of Expatsi, a company that's helped thousands of expats on their moving abroad journeys. Brett and his partner Jen developed the Expatsi Test to recommend countries to move to, based on factors like budget, visa type, spoken languages, healthcare rankings, and more. In a former life, he worked as a software developer, IT support specialist, and college educator. When he's not working, Brett loves watching exploring new countries, reading unusual books, and pondering the wisdom of The Big Lebowski.
