For those with ambitions to work in Europe, Brexit and the ensuing complexities will have no doubt had a profound impact.<\/p>\n
Still, despite the challenges, there are plenty of opportunities for non-EU citizens to work in Europe. So, if you\u2019re thinking of making the move to Europe, whether on a short-term \u2018learn as you earn\u2019 basis or for long-term employment, there are a few tips that can help make it happen.<\/p>\n
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The European jobs market is very competitive and, regardless of your qualifications, it\u2019s not easy to land any kind of job. Certain jobs are more in-demand than others, so it\u2019s important to know that from the outset.<\/p>\n
Working as an English language teacher is by far the easiest way to work in Europe as a non-EU citizen. For many countries throughout the EU, particularly Spain, English teachers are in high demand, even after Brexit. And English is a prized language among Spaniards \u2013\u00a0 it\u2019s the international language of business, so many Spanish people require English as part of their jobs. In addition, while in other sectors EU citizens tend to be hired over non-EU citizens \u2013 mainly to avoid the complicated bureaucracy \u2013 when it comes to teaching English, English natives are the most sought-after candidates.<\/p>\n
Far easier than applying for a standard work visa, obtaining a student visa is the best way to work in Europe as a non-EU citizen. For those who want to teach English in Europe, the process is fairly straight-forward. Plus, there are many language schools who will support you through the process.<\/p>\n
Obtaining a student visa allows you to work up to 20 hours per week as a paid student intern. As the average timetable of a teacher typically adds up to around 20 hours a week, it\u2019s an ideal scenario and enables you to work and learn, while discovering a new culture and meeting new people.<\/p>\n
Student visas come in two types: short term, which are valid for 6 months and long term, which allows you to enroll for courses that are longer than 6 months. It\u2019s important to know that only a long term student visa allows you to work.<\/p>\n
For those new to teaching, the first step will be to gain an internationally recognised TEFL qualification. The Trinity CertTESOL course is the most complete course for new English teachers and can be completed in just four weeks with TEFL Iberia<\/a><\/u>. Combine this foundational course with TEFL Iberia\u2019s more advanced Developing Teacher Course<\/a><\/u> and you\u2019ll be eligible to apply for a long-term student visa.<\/p>\n The important thing to remember is you\u2019re not on your own. While there is limited governmental support<\/a><\/u> available for non-EU citizens wanting to work in Europe, language schools offer excellent support services.<\/p>\n First of all, language schools like ELE Barcelona<\/a><\/u> have lots of experience helping students gain visas from English-speaking countries outside the EU, such as the USA, Australia and South Africa. Schools like this typically have a very high success rate in processing student visas and minimal rejection.<\/p>\nGet the right support<\/h4>\n