EMPLOYERS

STRATEGIES

• Take courses in hotel/restaurant administration, recreation, or tourism management.
• Get a summer/part-time job in a hotel or restaurant to gain experience.
• Spend some time abroad to learn about various cultures & traditions.
• Brush up on your knowledge of geography.
• Keep organized and show attention to detail in your work.
• Read international news to keep up with overseas developments.
• Consider taking classes at a travel or tourism school.
• Develop office-related skills.

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HELPFUL LINKS

American Society of Travel Advisors
Career Opportunities through ASTA.

Hotel Chains and Affinity Groups
Comprehensive list of Hotel Chains/Job Opportunities

Institute of Travel and Tourism
Helpful information for finding careers in the field.

InterExchange
A program which allows U.S. Citizens to work and travel.

Merlin Entertainment 
Career Opportunities around the world.