Earn While Working and Travelling

Don't think, 'what's the cheapest way to do it, or 'what's the fastest way to do it.' Think, 'what's the most amazing way to do it? Sir Richard Branson

Travelling the world is one of the best educations you could ever receive. Exploring different landscapes, cultures, food and so much more is one of the greatest ways to enrich your life. Of course, this is costly, travel and accommodation are very expensive.

One way to make it affordable and gain experience at the same time is through working and travelling simultaneously!

Travelling and working abroad is possible especially if you are looking for part time student jobs or gap year jobs abroad.  

Part-Time Student Jobs While Travelling  

For many years it seemed that the future of school leavers was decided. The usual process was to finish high school and then begin a tertiary education. This was often an expectation rather than a desire.

Fortunately, times have changed and we’re not living in the same old structures of society as before. Today, school leavers have less available money than before which means that travelling and working abroad are helpful to do together.

People who have been raised from the 1990s onwards are quite used to not making plans too far ahead into the future. This mentality combined with a sense of wanderlust that goes with younger generations has made gap year jobs abroad a very common practice.

Working and travelling is filled with advantages, here are just a few:

• Networking with others: when you working and travelling abroad, should take the opportunity to meet and network with individuals from other countries. There are programs that offer cultural activities that will allow you to get to know others through meaningful conversations and the pursuit of jobs.
• Flexible Schedule: today, flexibility is as valuable as currency. If you decide you would rather go on a wine tour in Tuscany than work, that could be possible.
• See Exquisite Places: many of the part time student jobs available are in culturally rich destinations like Paris, London, Rome, Tokyo or Doho. This means that when you are not working you can explore the sights, try new food, visit museums and take your laptop to a stylish café.

Why not take the risk of travelling and working abroad instead of staying in a dead-end job?

The question is, how does one even find the type of job that allows travelling and working abroad.  

Teaching English abroad has become very popular amongst young people, but so has volunteering overseas; read Superprof articles dedicated to those topics to find out more!

Travelling and Working Abroad: How to Do it

If you think it all sounds too good to be true, do not worry, it is not. It is entirely possible to make money and travel indefinitely, but how?

An important benefit of combining the two is that when you are making money, you will not need to stick to a strict budget because you will have a constant source of income.

While the possibility of internships with international companies is possible, there are also part time student jobs available that make gap year jobs abroad possible.

Another way to do it is to become a digital nomad. A what?

What is a Digital Nomad?

A digital nomad is a term that is fresh from the 21^st century and came about due to the explosion in communications technology. The definition of a digital nomad is someone who uses digital technology and the availability of the internet to work online while living a nomadic lifestyle.

Digital nomads can often be found frequenting coffee shops, co-working hubs and public libraries as a form of office space.

Achieving this is as simple as having a laptop and some basic computer skills. Thereafter, the world is ready to become your home office and travel will be so much easier.

Even though finding jobs as a freelancer while you travel the world and get paid is the ultimate dream, there is also the possibility of finding specific placements and part time student jobs in gap year jobs abroad.   

When working overseas it is critical that you have all the necessary visas and documents that you require before you secure your position or even buy flights. Ensure that you do this to avoid any problems with authorities and make sure that your trip goes smoothly.

Don’t miss our article on summer jobs overseas for more information on how to travel and work while you are in a stage of your life that is uncomplicated by major commitments.

Online Resources to Find Gap Year Jobs Abroad

The usual 9-5 office grind is still quite common but outdated at the same time. It is also not for all personality types. This is when online nomadic jobs that can be done anywhere at any time are becoming increasingly popular, but also, increasingly normal.

So where does one find the best online jobs? Keep reading for some of the best options around.

• Upwork: when it comes to the best website to find gigs for digital nomads or freelancers, it is, without doubt, Upwork. Offering a variety of employment options in many different fields, Upwork is easy to use. After creating a profile that will be verified by the site, users apply for jobs that have been posted by small to medium businesses. If you have a slow start, do not give up as there are thousands of new positions posted every day. Whether it is copywriting, web design or virtual assistants, anything is possible.
• Fiverr: this is an interesting website that takes advantage of the fact that sometimes people need to make strange purchases. For instance, there are jobs offered to pay someone to break up with their girlfriend for them, take a pic of an exotic place or even offer social media advice.
• Take Lessons: teaching jobs are very common for freelancers who have some sort of educational training and are able to share their knowledge with others. The Take Lessons site is designed for both students and teachers who use platforms like Zoom, Google Meet and Teams to teach classes and share knowledge. Popular classes for instruction include English, French, singing, instrument lessons and even Word Press advice.
• Zoom: while Zoom is not generally designed as a platform to assist people to find jobs, it is well suited for online teaching, speech therapy, psychology sessions, singing, dance and acting instruction. It has exploded as a platform that works well for tutoring and business and is a tool that no digital nomad can afford to ignore.

Everyone has precise skills and something unique to offer; therefore, we are convinced that all people can find suitable online work on at least one of the above-mentioned websites.

Best Travel Jobs to Earn Money

The digital age has provided remarkable developments in almost every sphere of life. From online banking, shopping, social and business communication and much more, there is a wealth of online opportunities and the ways in which things were done in the past are fast becoming obsolete.

Businesses everywhere are creating more and more online positions than ever before. In this way, they keep up with the times. It is also worth noting that every year a list is published that shows the best travel and work jobs available around the world.

So if travelling and working sound like a lifestyle you would like to follow then here are some of the sites that are worth checking out. Who knows, you may find something that interests you or leads you on a wonderful and unexpected career and travel journey.

• Travel blogger
• Yacht Sailing jobs
• Bartending jobs
• Teaching English as Foreign Language (TEFL)
• Teaching English Online to Children, Adults or Teens
• Telecommunicating
• Local tour guides
• Administration assistants
• Translating jobs
• Massage therapy
• Cruise ship jobs

Jobs like these which are seasonal, are available most of the time because they typically attract seasonal nomads who are keen on living in transition.

Don’t forget that if you have a transferrable skill, you could also become a Superprof tutor and work from just about anywhere in South Africa or the world.