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What is the purpose of the program?
The purpose of the Summer Work/Travel program is to provide bona fide foreign post-secondary students an opportunity to become directly involved in the daily life of the people of the United States through travel and temporary work for a period up to four months during their summer vacation.
How long does the summer Work/Travel program last?
The Program dates entered on the Form DS-2019 sets the particular program duration, but no program can exceed four months. Participants may not work at any other time except during the period indicated on the Form DS-2019. Program extensions are not ppermitted.
Can participants be employed in other industries such as supermarkets and pharmacies?
Participants can obtain employment in other industries. No employment can be obtained in the following areas: Pharmacy industry, hospitals, nursing homes, drivers, sales jobs where you work on commission.
How can I apply?
If you are interested in any of the programs we offer, the first step to participating is filling out the registration form which is accessible on our website. After that first step is completed, we will respond within 3-5 business days with the documents that are needed and how to pay your registration fee.
If I deferred to next year, should I still register?
Yes, you should still register for summer 2021 if you deferred.
If I am deferring to next year, will I have to pay any additional monies for the programme fee?
If you have paid your full programme fee or US$1600, $1200 will be rolled over to the next season. If you have only paid the deposit of USD$700, USD$300 will be rolled over to the next season and you will be required to pay USD$900 for the next season.
Can I work at more than one job while participation in the Summer/Work Travel program?
There is no regulatory prohibition against having more than one job. However, check with your sponsor prior to accepting a second position.
Are there any restrictions on the type of employment for a Summer Work/Travel program participant?
Yes. Participants may not be employed as domestic employees in U.S. households (child care, chauffeurs, gardeners, etc.), in positions that require them to invest their own monies to provide themselves with inventory for the purpose of door-to-door sales, or in any employment involving any type of patient care.