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Can I apply for USA Work & Travel?
It is not possible to apply for the J-1 Visa independently, it requires to be done through a US approved organisation. The location of your university is important rather than your country of citizenship.
Eligibility
- You must be between 18 to 30 years old
- Any nationality studying in the UK/Ireland
- Enrolled in a full time academic day course in a recognised university or college.
- Commit to the full summer season of the J1 employer (8-21 weeks from June to August
- Have a passport valid for six months beyond your stay
- Have a onward flight
- Have proof of supporting funds of USD 800 in the form of bank statement
Check your eligibility here- eligibility assessment form
Cost
First payment | £100 |
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Second payment | £400 |
Third Payment | £400 |
Total | £600 |
Whats included?
- 2-3 month summer Employment (Jun-Sep)
- J1 legal work papers (DS-2019)
- Step-by-step J1 visa guidance
- US Embassy interview prep
- SEVIS US Government fee
- Online Portal
- J1 handbook for all the info
- Pre-departure orientation
- Dedicated case manager for full support
- 24/7 support on the ground
Locations & Jobs
All the jobs are in popular holiday locations like Cape Cod, Myrtle Beach, Long Island, New York, Ocean City, Boston, Chicago, LA and San Diego.
Visualise all those summer jobs you see in the movies, poolside, courtside or running beach, country club and beach resorts. Think of hospitality, tourism and retail.
You need to have a job before you travel to the states, working 32 hours a week from mid June to early September.
Hiring process.
You’ll get access to Alliance Job Portal where we post jobs of American summer jobs.
When can you apply?
Earliest you can start searching, apply and interviewing is form October. The placement and vis process can take 3-4 months.
How much will you be paid?
Every job will at least has to pay the minimum wage and can range from USD 13 to 18 per hour. Often you get tips on top too.
Cape Cod
Whitewashed weatherboard houses, sany beaches, seafood chowder- very popular summer destination on the east coast. After your shift, enjoy one of the clam shakes, world-class cuisine, chill on the beach with your workmates, play volleyball on the beach, enjoy the fresh seafood.
Catalina Island
22 miles from LA, a popular location for production to shoot movies, more than 500 films and documentries have been shot over the years. Its a summer paradise. Swaying palm trees, white-sand beaches, beautiful sunset. Dive in the clear waters, travel to LA and OC.
Long Island
Want to stay in New York and avoid the high living costs? Find a job in Long Island. Famous for its sandy beaches, golf courses, arboretums and grand estates. New York is under two hrs away!
Cape May
A cute little charming victorian town. It has the number one beach in New Jersey. Stroll the popular Washington Street Mall, soak up the sun. Watch free movies on the beach.
The lowdown
This is your chance to go work and travel abroad during your summer break and have the must unforgettable experience of your life before you jump straigh into your big career.