The purpose of the Work and Travel Program is to offer international students like you the opportunity to immerse themselves in American daily life through temporary employment opportunities during their summer holidays. This is accomplished by your ongoing interaction with Americans at the host company, as well as other cross-cultural and social activities.

You will also learn about U.S.A. culture and specifically the values in American business practices. On the other hand, the Americans will increase their cross-cultural knowledge of another part of the world. The friendships formed will not only last a lifetime but also assist you in your career development upon returning home.

The jobs that will be available are almost always unskilled, unqualified and include the following possibilities: warehouse assembly, retail stocking of inventory, manufacturing equipment operator, amusement park attendant; banquet server; busser; clerical; cook; dishwasher; fast food server; front desk clerk; game/ride attendant; host/hostess; housekeeper; laundry; lifeguard; park services; parking attendant; porter; recreation instructor; sales; security guard; tour guide; waiter/waitress.

J1 Visa Program Includes:

• Preparing the job offer and agreement
• Processing all paperwork and J-1 visa applications
• Ensuring participants have proper accident and sickness insurance
• Arranging worker transportation to your workplace
• Assistance with arranging housing with your employer