Winter work experience
Ditch the same old story for this summer vacation and go to something truly worthwhile. The Adventure is unrivaled. New people, new places, new experiences. Whats stopping YOU? Experience something different while working at one of the outstanding ski resorts across the United States. There is a whole range of jobs available at ski resorts from ski lift operators to working at the ski rental shops. And when you have time off, you can hit the slopes for free!
Do I Qualify - You are 18 -29 years
- You are a full-time university or college student. NOTE: it is no longer a requirement that student be returning to study, so if you are graduating you are now eligible (but still only for the period of your varsity's summer vacation break). Students matriculating from High School do NOT qualiy for the program. You MUST be in tertiary education. Studies also need to be academic rather than vocational.
- You are looking to travel during your University Summer Vacation Break
- You are the holder of a South African passport OR another passpoer but you have a South African Study permit (valid BEYOND your return from the USA)
- You have sufficient funds to pay the program fees and other associated costs of the program including funds to support yourself upon arrival.
- You are independent, self motivated and ready to take on the Adventure of a Lifetime.Duration The J1 visa is valid for the period of your summer vacation break from university or college (max 4 months) Season November – February (Summer Vacation Break) Cost of programme - Application Deposit R950 (payable prior to interview & fully refunded if not accepted)
- Full progam fee: R5 000 (payable following interview / acceptance and prior to issue of DS - 2019 visa sponsorship)Additional Cost
- Return flights to USA
- Sevis fee ($35)
- Additional insurance
- Spending money for use upon arrival (approx $700 - $1200)Expected earnings Between $5-6 per hour (tipped position), $9 - $18 per hour (non-tipped position). Cost of living You’ll need start up costs of between $700-$1000 since you will need to cover the cost of your own accommodation, housing deposits, food and travel until you receive your first pay cheque. Selected resorts may supply accommodation. Most resorts have staff canteens and discounts. Friends travelling together Yes! The more, the merrier! Travel after work For up to 30 days after job completion if you’re a graduate. However most students head back to start varsity in February Will I be met on arrival Generally not but you’ll be advised on travel arrangements Visa J1 - Work Travel visa allowing work over the period of the university / college summer vacation break period.
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