J-1 Visa: Summer Work Travel Program

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About The Program

The Summer Work Travel Program allows foreign nationals to work and travel in seasonal and/or temporary jobs during their summer vacation from university for a maximum of four months.

Jobs in this category must have a cultural component that allows foreign nationals to experience American culture.

Common employers in the category are:

• • Restaurants
  • Hotels 
  • Resorts
  • Amusement Parks 
  • Souvenir Shops
  • Tourist Attractions

Eligibility

Applicants must:

• • Be proficient in English
  • Be enrolled full-time in a post-secondary university outside of the U.S.
  • Have completed at least one semester of post-secondary education outside of the U.S.
  • Have received a job offer from a U.S. company (unless from a visa waiver country)

If you need proof of English proficiency, we would recommend TEFL (one of the most widely accepted exams worldwide.)

CLICK HERE – TEFL

Additional Information

Program dates vary by country, but students must have program dates within their academic calendar break. You must secure your housing before you arrive in the U.S. (Most sponsors help with this). The better your English, the better job opportunities you will have.

J-1 Visa Essentials

• • You must be a foreign national with supporting documentation of education and/or relevant work experience
  • You must show proof of financial means to support yourself while in the U.S.
  • You must not show immigrant intent
  • You must not displace an American worker

I hope this article helped provided insight into the Summer Work Travel Program and the steps necessary. If you have any need for a one on one consultation, book through our website below.

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