Student Work & Travel USA

  United States

Term: Summer 
Dates: March 15th - June 15th 2010

Description: This program enables selected full-time university students to gain a greater understanding and appreciation of the way of life in the United States through temporary employment. Participants are able to obtain personal insight into United States culture and to improve their English language skills. The work component of this program does not necessarily cover the students' expenses; students should be informed that this is a cultural exchange program, not a way of making money for the summer.

The program also provides them with the opportunity to work alongside their American peers, make new friends and travel to other parts of United States after completing the job assignments.

Participants are bona fide international students currently enrolled in post secondary study programs in their home countries. These students are screened for appropriate English language fluency, ability to function in a work environment and motivation to get maximum benefit from the Work & Travel USA Program.

Highlights: Work Placement Details:
During the summer, you will work side by side with your U.S. counterparts at temporary entry-level jobs. It allows you to earn modest spending money and, at the same time, offset some living and travel expenses during your stay. After finishing your work commitment, you have an optional travel period to sightsee and further explore the American landscape.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: 1500

Experience Required: yes

Current Students only

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to United States Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Disciplinary Clearance Form
• In-Person Interview Required
• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Sawsee International Corp's Mission Statement: To become the most successful cultural exchange company in the Asia with a global reach. We aim to deliver an exemplary level of service by attracting the very best in cultural exchange partners around the world and talent within the industry. We continuously promote diversity and champion equal opportunity. We take pride in our internal culture of reward, respect and recognition that creates an environment which our staff is proud to be associated with Success does not come easily, especially in an intensely competitive market: We believe it comes through hard work, dedication, and passion. We are passionate about what we do, and we are driven to excel in every aspect of our business which is underpinned by the following core values: * We make it personal * We listen and respond to our customers needs * We search for solutions * We believe every step must be positive and proactive * We know that actions are measured by results, not intentions

Year Founded: 2004