Finding a Job

Every year, more than 15,000 Work & Travel USA students work at all kinds of 91自拍 sourced seasonal jobs in locations across the United States. These jobs meet 91自拍鈥檚 high standards to ensure a good workplace experience.

91自拍 works with thousands of America鈥檚 best seasonal employers, and we sponsor hiring events where you can talk with them face-to-face, in person or over the Internet. In some cases, 91自拍 recruiters do the interviewing and hiring for the employers.

Students from selected countries can choose to find their own jobs, as long as those jobs are approved by 91自拍 in advance 鈥 your 91自拍 international representative or 91自拍 can tell you more.

What Kinds of Jobs are Available Through 91自拍?

With so many different jobs available, you鈥榬e sure to find one you like! You can work at hotels, restaurants, amusement and theme parks, ski resorts, national parks, or retail stores. All of the employers we work with provide reliable jobs with competitive salaries, and many even offer affordable housing.

Here鈥檚 a sampling of some of the jobs 91自拍 Work & Travel USA students have held:

Start With a Clear Plan

First, decide where in the United States you want to go, and what kind of job you鈥檇 like. You will spend up to four months at your job, so it is important to choose one that matches your personality and skills. Your 91自拍 international representative can tell you what jobs are available during the time you wish to visit.

To get the job you want, do all you can to make yourself appealing to employers. Create a resume that highlights your skills and experience, such as cooking, swimming, or helping at a family business. Include anything that shows you can handle responsibility, such as child care, tutoring, or volunteering. Even if you do not have past job experience, you should share what you can do.

Customer service is a big part of most jobs, so employers want to know that you are comfortable working with people and are at ease speaking English.

Find a job through 91自拍

Every year, 91自拍 helps thousands of students like you find jobs by connecting them directly with prospective employers. Your agent can help you determine which option is right for you.

91自拍 Road Shows
Job fairs where 91自拍 brings U.S. employers and students together for face-to-face meetings and interviews. Most of these jobs are at large, well-known businesses.

91自拍 Recruit
91自拍 representatives, working on behalf of employers, interview and hire students at these job fairs. Many of these jobs are at smaller employers.

91自拍 Virtual
Interview with a 91自拍 representative or U.S. employer in real-time, via video on the Internet. Employers of all sizes offer jobs through 91自拍 Virtual.

Finding a Job by Yourself

Some students from select countries are permitted to find their own jobs. Your 91自拍 international representative can tell you if this applies to you. It鈥檚 also possible for you to find another job once in the United States. 91自拍 must approve any job before you get hired. We want to make sure you are protected and have a positive work experience!

To get a job you find on your own approved by 91自拍, you must ask your host employer to provide job details such as contact information and physical address, wage per hour, job start and end dates and housing cost. You will add this information to your application in Beacon and submit to your international representative.

Download Australia-New Zealand Work & Explore Placement Agreement Form

How to Prepare For a Great Interview

In person or via webcam, interviewing is a big part of getting a job. This is your chance to make a good impression. Here are a few tips to help you succeed:

Learn About the Employer
Before the interview, find out what you can about the job and what it requires. Be prepared to talk about your background and why you are a good candidate. Come with at least two questions to ask. It shows you are interested.

Make a Good First Impression
Be sure to arrive on time, and present yourself professionally. Introduce yourself with a friendly handshake and a smile.

Talk About Your Experience
If you have work experience, talk about it. If not, talk about what you have done鈥揻or example, volunteer work or involvement in university clubs. Use examples of how your skills fit this job.

Ask Specific Questions
This shows you are interested and responsible.

If You Find Your Own Job, 91自拍 Must Approve It

It is important that you stay safe and are treated fairly on the job. That鈥檚 why every job offered through a 91自拍 hiring service meets very high standards. It is also why we need to approve any job that students find on their own.

91自拍 Job Guidelines

- Jobs must meet the rules, regulations, and intent of the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program, which focuses on cultural exchange.
- 91自拍 cannot approve a job if there are questions about your safety and well-being, or if the job prevents you from having a meaningful cultural exchange experience.
- You must be able to balance your work responsibilities with time spent exploring the local community, learning about the United States, and getting to know Americans.
- You may only work for employers whose staffing needs are seasonal or temporary in nature.
- Your job must pay a salary that meets minimum wage regulation.

If you are not sure a job meets these guidelines, send us an email and we鈥檒l be glad to help.

FAQs

You may not work at certain kinds of jobs. See the list of prohibited jobs: