If you are a qualified student, graduate or young professional…

You can participate in a hands-on PAID internship program with an American company!

• Building career experience
• Paid on-the-job training $
• Improve your professional skills and resume
• Practice your English in a professional environment
• Experience American culture & broaden your horizons
  

FAQ

• What is the J-1 Cultural Exchange Visa Program?

The J-1 Cultural Exchange Visa Program is a non-immigrant cultural exchange visa, issued by the U.S. Department of State, which allows foreign nationals to enter the U.S. to participate in an internship or training program with an American company for up to 12 months for hospitality programs.

International participants gain practical experience to help reinforce their academic studies and enhance their career through a structured training program and improve their knowledge of American business culture.

• Who is the host hotel employer?

The host hotel partner will extend an offer for a cultural exchange paid practical training program. This will be the site of training and the J-1 cultural exchange participant will be paid by the host hotel employer.

• What are the program fees, and what do they include?

We know that you need information on the details of the program fees and what is included and not included in those fees. Once your application is filled out and you have been pre-qualified, a representative will review all the fees.

• Will I be Paid?

Yes, the training is PAID and you will be treated just like an American employee.

• What Positions are Available?

• • • Food and Beverage Division
      This position offers you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of hospitality food service. In Food and Beverage, you will be exposed to the daily operations of the foodservice industry, while performing practical training assignments. Practical training may include the following: Food Server, Host/Hostess, Food Service/Beverage Service, Banquet/Catering Set-up and Service, and Food Retail Sales.
    • Front Office Department
      This position offers you the opportunity to understand the daily operational procedures of a hotel or resort from the front office. Practical training assignments may include Front Desk, Reservations, Concierge, At Your Service, PBX and Night Audit.
    • Housekeeping Supervisor
      This position offers you the opportunity to learn and practice the daily essential functions of a supervisor in the housekeeping department. Practical training assignments may include quality control, inspections, scheduling of staff, organizational skills, inventory, laundry supervision and business relationship between housekeeping and the other departments of the hotel/resort.
    • Culinary/Kitchen Management
      This position offers you the opportunity to gain valuable, “hands-on” experience while being exposed to the daily culinary operations of a hotel. Practical training assignments may include Food Preparation, Sauces, Meats, Line Cooking, Pastry, Breads, Dessert, Hot and Cold Service, Inventory and Kitchen Sanitation.