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On-line resources may have more up-to-date information and advice than books. There are several on-line ex-pat sites that are good resources for researching moving to Europe; here are some regarding Spain to start with:

http://www.costablancalive.info/

http://www.spainexpat.com/

http://www.absolutebarcelona.com/

These are for other countries and general info on living and working in Europe:

http://www.us-expatriate-handbook.com/

http://www.francethisway.com/wp/

http://www.howtogermany.com/pages/expat....

http://www.expatsinitaly.com/

http://www.expatsinitaly.com/before/gett...

http://www.insight-italy.com/artscsii.ht...

http://www.xpat.nl/index1.html

http://www.expats.cz/

You can find similar sites for other countries including the UK:

http://www.uk-yankee.com/

http://www.expatsuk.com/

http://www.expatfinancial.com/links.htm

I moved to Italy several years ago. If you're a US citizen, you can't just show up in Europe and stay for longer than 3 months. It is illegal to work here without the proper work visa or student visa. Please be aware that you will have to file taxes both here and in the US if you retain your US citizenship.

In general in Europe, and in particular here in Italy, you have to have a job lined up in order to get a work visa before you move here from the US. You can only stay for 90 days without some type of visa (work, student, ...). You cannot apply for the visa while you're here and you'll need the proper paperwork from the company. However, you could come over as a tourist for up to 90 days without a visa and look for work. Then you'd have to go back to the US and wait for the paperwork for a visa to be processed. Coming from the US, you'll also have to have skills that can't easily be duplicated here. That will mean a degree in a marketable field.

It is much easier if you are an EU citizen; then you have the right to move and work within the EU.

Ten tips for effective job search - Your Guide to Job Search.

It is always important to make sure that all the bases, if you are in the middle of a job search. Sometimes we get so focused on one aspect of the work looks like the sending of applications, for example, that we forget to make sure that everything we do is professional, focused and appropriate. Review these ten tips for you to ensure that your job search is on the right track.

Ten tips for effective job search

First Impressions

Look, speaking and acting with professional help, a great first impression. Tory Johnson, Women for Hire

Find referrals rather than jobs

If you've got a friend that is running or working in you dreaming company, why should you find any job else? Just find him. <a href="http://www.insidersreferral.com/%22%3EThe Free Insiders Referral Network of Jobs - insidersreferral.com</a> is strongly recommended.

Follow-Up

Do not be afraid, the follow-up. I instructed managers a customer more than a year after he first sent me back. I did not even have to apply if the position is available. In addition to me in his curriculum vitae, John had me every month or so to touch-and even more in my office (by the back door not by the receptionist), Easy to say hello.

Try more effective job sites

A good job website will save you too much time. Indeed.com is a good job search engine that I'd recommend.

Interviewing

Be on time for the interview. On time means five to ten minutes early. If necessary, take some time to attend the office ahead of time, so that you know exactly where you are going and how long it will take to get there.

Job Fairs

From time to time in these events, even if we are not necessarily looking for a job, to see what options there are, and to provide a perspective on where you are in the job market place. Tracey Miner, the advantage Mulitcultural

Keep Track

I have noticed that one of the most useful things that I started to keep track of everything I do. I use a simple spreadsheet program like Excel. And I do mean anything. I have a file where I see all the information from all the sites, which I join. Information such as the user name and password, which I created, what kind of tasks, it is - or freelance regular or specialty. Tracey Pederson, Jill of trades

Meaningful work

Discover your passion, identify a new direction, and take steps to a career that leaves and energetisiert enthusiastic. Curt Rosengren, passion catalyst

Thank you say

Try to send your thank-you note within 24-48 hours after your meeting or interview. The note is handwritten on a small, professional, thank you note card (if you have extremely clean handwriting, and only a brief message to convey), word-processed, or by e-mail.

Stay On Top of the News

Be aware of the latest business news in your town or city in which you wish to work. Read local magazines to find out who is on top in your industry. Check the business section of your local newspaper, as well. These resources will give you a sense for employers are "hot" contact information, how often to send your CV.

Your Resume

Write until it is correct. Think, write, think some more, rewrite, correction, you will get feedback and rewriting. Joyce Lain Kennedy, author Career

Do not Give Up

Last, but not least, do not give up. Job search is not easy and it is even harder when the job market is difficult. Keep plugging away in your job search, and finally, when there is more time consuming that you expect is the correct position.

I don't know a book, but I know a good site - www.eslcafe.com - free and clean. Go under stuff for teachers and find the international job forum. You can register to post. You will find much useful info. I know I did.

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