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Work & Travel USA 12 Months

The 12 month Work and Travel USA program provides you with the maximum amount of freedom and flexibility. You are not limited to working in a single job or city, and the job you get doesn't have to be related to your studies. This program truly alows you to experience everything that America has to offer.

tick You can work in just about any job available in the US for up to 12 months
tick A Pre arranged job is not required
tick Choose the departure date that suits you

12 month program cost *Includes 13 months of Medical and Baggage insurance. (There is also an optional comprehensive insurance upgrade for 13 months, for $195, which provides you with up to 1 million dollars in coverage).
Apply at least 5 months prior to your departure to receive an Early Bird Discount of $250.

Summer Work & Travel USA

The best thing about the program was the flexibility and the organisation. I was able to pick the right program for me. CIEE helped with all the hard stuff like visas and social security. It was a great experience not to be missed. I had an awesome time and met some great people. It looks great on the resume to have overseas work experience.

Elspeth Hurley, NSW
Summer Work & Travel USA allows eligible tertiary students to work in the USA during their summer holidays (Winter in the US) for a maximum of 3 months. You can also travel up to a maximum of 30 days at the completion of the program.

You can find a job either before your departure or after your arrival in the US.

We give you information on how to write your CV and cover letter and tips on approaching employers on your own. Please note that any job that you find independently will need to be approved by CIEE.


summer program cost *Includes up to 4 months of Medical and Baggage Insurance. (There is also an optional comprehensive insurance upgrade for 4 months, for $60, which provides you with up to 1 million dollars in coverage).

What's Included?

tick The legal sponsorship necessary to obtain your J-1 visa
tick Compulsory Medical and Baggage Insurance - View the policy here.
tick Assistance with obtaining your visa (you must pay the visa related costs)
tick Assistance with obtaining a Social Security Card
tick Work & Travel USA Handbook providing tips on working and travelling around the US
tick Local support in the US
tick Travelex Visa Cash Passport Card
tick GST

Not Included:

tick International and domestic airfares and other transportation (e.g. bus) to the company site
tick Daily living expenses including housing, entertainment and meals
tick Passport fees
tick Visa fees
tick SEVIS Fee
tick Insurance for trip cancellation or trip interruption.

Payment

  1. Deposit of $250 when submitting application
  2. Balance of fee is payable on acceptance by Student Placement Australia New Zealand.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Cancellations will only be accepted in writing and will be effective at the date received by Student Placement Australia New Zealand Pty Ltd. Refunds will be made according to the following schedule:

  1. If your application does not meet our eligibility criteria you will be refunded in full.
  2. If you withdraw from the program:
    • Prior to being issued with your DS-2019 form you will be refunded in full less $250.
    • After being issued with your DS-2019 form you will be refunded in full less $350.

DS-2019 Re Issue

Applicants are required to enter the US within 10 days of the arrival date listed on their application. If you will be entering more than 10 days after your scheduled arrival date you will have to get your DS-2019 form reprinted with your amended dates so CIEE can update your SEVIS record.

All DS-2019 re issues will incur a $150 administration fee.


Student Placement Australia New Zealand also offers a wide variety of other programs to the USA and to other countries. Click on the name of the program below to be re-directed to more information on that program:

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