I have extensive international work experience. How do I translate foreign job titles, qualifications, and experience to be understood and valued by domestic employers?

QUESTION: I have extensive international work experience. How do I translate foreign job titles, qualifications, and experience to be understood and valued by domestic employers?

 

Deirdre Rock, Composed Career, LLC

Standardize job titles by researching similar domestic roles. Translate education, certifications, and licensing to the US equivalent. Employ terminology and phrasing that aligns with comparable positions and industries. Showcase your unique value, such as cross-cultural communication, adaptability, and multilingual skills. Finally, double-check your spelling to ensure it aligns with US English.

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