Placement Option
PLACEMENT OPTION
You will be arranged a basic, entry level job, much like one that a student in the U.S. would have during a school break.
You will not normally be able to have a position that offers training for your future career, but you will certainly be able learn a lot through your job if you are open to new people and experiences. The Work & Travel Program does not require that participants have special training or professional skills, we just ask that you have a positive attitude about hard work! Earn money while you get to know the country as no tourist can. Here is a sample of the types of business where students are placed in the country. The location of these positions are in many States across the US.
• Theme Parks
• Hotels
• National Parks
• Retail Stores
• Ski Resorts
When the Sponsor receives your application through one of our overseas partners, we will review your interests and coordinate the available employers that best fits your interests and skills to arrange for an offer. Please note that not all first choices can be met, and the most popular locations and positions are filled first so applying early is very important.
Sponsor Placement Services for you include:
• Guaranteed Job Placement prior to arrival
• Thorough review of placements to ensure suitable opportunities and accessibility to housing and transportation.
• Documentation and support for obtaining your J-1 visa (DS-2019 form)
• Assistance with Your Visa Application
• Comprehensive Health Insurance – Affordable, no deductible
• Pre-Departure Orientation
• Advice on or assistance in obtaining Social Security Card
• An Emergency, Toll Free 24-hour Assistance telephone number
• Support from the Sponsor Offices and Staff while you are in the U.S.
• Upon arrival, logistical support, including complete travel directions to job site.
• Detailed participant handbook including travel tips to enjoy your free time
• Tax Referral Services which will assist the participant in reclaiming a good portion of taxes paid in the U.S.
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