Career Breaks

Career break abroad

A career break is generally recognised as a period of time away from employment. Most career-breakers use the time to further their personal and professional development. Some may refer to it as an 'adult gap year'.

There are numerous options open to anyone thinking of taking a career break, such as voluntary work, training courses or travel.

There is also one option which combines travelling, directly using your skills and helping disadvantaged communities...

Career Breaks with Projects Abroad PRO

Projects Abroad PRO offers you the chance to use your professional skills in a developing country on a career break. Our aim is to match your experience, expectations and the benefit you feel your skills can be to one of our project partners.

We are looking for professional volunteers to help with education, medical work, business development and the environment. We also offer projects in engineering, human rights, culture and media, and social work.

Please also feel free to contact us if you cannot find a suitable project on our website.

Career breaks abroad

Medical career break

Taking a career break abroad provides a unique opportunity to meet new people and live in a stimulating environment. It has also recently been highlighted that workers who frequently volunteer are happier with career progression (Source: Deloitte Volunteer IMPACT Survey).

Volunteers can choose from 24 developing countries.

The following are also benefits of having a career break overseas:

• Bring a fresh perspective to your volunteer project and to your existing job when you return
• Work side by side with local professionals - share best practice
• Make a positive impact for a worthwhile cause
• Take yourself out of your comfort zone
• Immerse yourself within a different culture