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City/State: Varies - Positions in all areas of the U.S. |
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Country: UNITED STATES
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161 Sixth Avenue
NY
UNITED STATES
10013
Phone: 011-212-924-0446
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Program description: |
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Work & Travel USA provides international university students the opportunity to work and travel in the United States for up to 4 months on a J-1 Visa. Participants are placed in entry-level, seasonal-work positions throughout the U.S. and are legally entitled to work, earn money and travel at the end of the work assignment. You’ll have the chance to experience the U.S. as more than just a tourist and to share your own traditions and cultures with U.S. citizens and other participating students from around the world.
Work & Travel USA:
* Acts as your sponsor and issues a DS-2019 form enabling you to apply for a J-1 Visa.
* Offers a Full-Service program that guarantees you a job placement and a Self-Arranged program if you already have found a position on your own.
* Provides pre-arranged, affordable housing for most placements.
* Includes an information and orientation session on living and working in the United States and full support during your entire time in the program.
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General program information: |
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Program open to: Australian, European, kiwi, SouthAfrican
Age range: 18-28
Travel to site: Independent Travel
Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Varies
Living arrangements on the program: Varies, Group living, Independent Living
How long does the program last?: 3-6 months
What are the dates of this program: Generally Summer Seasonal or Winter Seasonal
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Benefits and advantages of the program: |
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Most placements are in isolated resort areas throughout the U.S. and not in major cities. You'll have the opportunities to hike, swim, play sports, ride horses and go boating depending on your placement and the opportunity to travel throughout the U.S. at the end of your program. You can make a specific request on your application, but should remain flexible.
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Cost or price of this program: |
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Program fees vary. Contact the international cooperator agency in your home country for fees and services. List of international cooperator agencies can be found on our website.
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Qualifications required: |
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* Between the ages of 18 and 28
* A full-time student at a tertiary level of education
* Able to attend an orientation and interview session in your home country
* Flexible, open-minded and hardworking
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Salary/pay/benefits description: |
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Entry-level positions. Salary and benefits vary by employer.
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