Jean-Marc Hachey (pronounced Ha-shay) is a leading authority on international careers. A best-selling writer, he has shared his international employment strategies with thousands as author of The BIG Guide to Living and Working Overseas and as the international careers editor and columnist for TransitionsAbroad.com. Hachey speaks from experience: he has worked overseas for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, World University Service, Canadian Crossroads International, and the German Volunteer Service. Fluent in French and English, Hachey has a business degree from the University of New Brunswick and an MA in Political Science from l'Université Laval in Québec City.

Seminar Presenter

Since 1990 he has been mentoring students, recent graduates and others interested in pursuing opportunities abroad. He has presented seminars at more than 160 colleges, universities and career fairs and for governments and non governmental organizations.  His seminars are inspirational to college students, faculty and staff. He is recognized for his fresh ideas and personalized approach to guiding young professionals interested in building global career skills.  Hachey regularly conducts his seminars throughout the US, Canada, France and the UK.  Hachey's engaging seminars are brimming with practical tips, expert advice and humorous stories helping to launch many international careers.

Social Entrepreneur and Innovator

Hachey is known as a social entrepreneur and innovator for successfully nurturing The BIG Guide book and online formats while at the same time promoting the ideals of global citizenship to thousands.  He thrives on finding new and innovative ways to bring his encyclopaedic compilation of resources and advice to young people pursuing the dream of going abroad and building their international career credentials.

“One of the wonderful aspects of being the author of a successful international career guide is hearing how it so profoundly affects people’s lives. Whether you are volunteering, backpacking, studying or interning, you can be assured that your first experiences overseas will be life changing. Like many before you, you may even become addicted to Living and Working Overseas.”

Jean-Marc Hachey
Author, The BIG Guide to Living and Working Overseas