The Work & Travel Program is an opportunity for qualified foreign university students to gain international exposure through living and working in the United States for up to four months. The Work & Travel Program has been designed by the US Department of State as a J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa program.   In addition, the program allows American employers to gain an international perspective while allowing foreign students the ability to learn the American working style and ethic.

Students are placed in various ‘non-skilled’ jobs throughout the United States, including hotels, resorts, theme parks, camps, residential & sports complexes, & retail stores.   At the completion of the program, students are allowed to utilize some of their earnings to travel for an additional month in America.   Our Taj Global Understanding Work & Travel students have utilized their ‘grace period’ for both sightseeing as well as visiting US college campuses/universities for future admissions.

The Statue of Liberty. Niagara Falls. Grand Canyon. Disneyworld. Washington DC. Hollywood. Work & Travel exchange students have an opportunity to see and explore America!

• Job Placements all throughout the United States
• “Non-Skilled” Job Placements (Resorts, Hotels, Restaurants, & Theme Parks)
• Students Must Work a Minimum of 12 Weeks – Maximum 17 Weeks
• Students Typically Have 30 Day ‘Grace Period’ to Travel at End of Program
• Program Suitable for Hotel Management Students
• University/College Students from all Academic Backgrounds Eligible
• Students will Average 30+ Hours Per Week
• Salary Range Averages $7 USD - $12 USD per hour
• Work Travel students work with other international students from 140 countries
• Students typically reside in shared accommodations (apartments, hostels)
• Student accommodations are provided near or within reason to place of employment

• Spring Programs Commence from March
• Summer Programs Commence from May/June
• Winter Programs Commence from November/December

• 18-28 years old
• Currently enrolled full time student in college/university.   Must have completed at least one semester.  If graduated, must be actively enrolled at the time of application processing
• Speak Intermediate English  (SLEP Test may be required)
• Interested in learning about American Culture
• Able to start program as per the date indicated on their application form   Spring start dates in March, Summer start dates May/June, Winter start dates December/January.
• Ability to participate during main vacation break period of college/university
• Ability to return to home country upon completion of the program
• Have a valid email ID
• Passport valid at least 6 months beyond program end date

• Job Placement 12-17 Weeks
• J-1 Visa Support Documentation/ Orientation
• Departure/ Arrival Orientation
• Housing Assistance
• Medical/ Accident Insurance
• Counseling & Support
• 24 Hour Emergency Support

• Lodging/Boarding (Paid Thru Salary)
• USA Local Transportation (Paid Thru Salary)
• International/Domestic Airfare
• US Visa Fees