When seeking international chemical engineering opportunities, be sure to find a location that will meet your personal, as well as your professional, needs. Whether you prefer countries with warm temperatures and beaches or with cooler temperatures with historic landmarks, a chemical engineering job abroad is waiting for you!

For example, if you don’t like cold weather, skiing, or hot chocolate, you obviously don’t want to live in Swiss Alps in the dead of winter. So pack your sunscreen and head to the land of sunshine—Spain—where temperatures are warm year-round. This muy caliente country offers beautiful mountains and seemingly endless miles of beaches. In your off time, you could take a Spanish course to better immerse yourself in the culture, which will no doubt make you an asset at your job.

Are you intrigued by the Asian culture? Singapore is one of the technical and development capitals of the world, meaning there are tons of chemical engineering jobs in Singapore for fresh graduates up for grabs. Whether you prefer the slower pace of rural living or the big city feel, chemical engineering jobs are plentiful. The multi-cultural environment in Hong Kong, for example, provides the best of East meets West where you can still experience a western lifestyle while immersing yourself in the Chinese roots and tradition.

Germany, also known as “the powerhouse of European engineering,” is the perfect place to explore jobs at chemical engineering companies. While Germany is known for its contribution to the automotive industry, it’s also known for its food and beer (and hopefully no one will find your jokes boron). Sauerkraut and bratwurst for dinner every night followed by a pint of Pils might sound pretty good after a long day at the office.