
Paytten Fankhanel
International Rural Exchange Canada
AlumniI always wanted to travel after I finished my degree in Agriculture. When I first heard about the A-Way-To-Work program in post-secondary, I knew this...
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The USA is a global powerhouse for many reasons—a world unto itself. Its sheer size and diversity are dizzying, enough to keep any adventurer busy for a lifetime. Each state brings new things to do and see, cuisines to eat, and cultures to explore. It’s like a whole bunch of slightly different count
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* GoAbroad's 2024 People's Choice Award Winner For Best International Education Organization! * Want to get paid to teach English online or abroad? By earning your accredited TEFL certification in the U.S., you’ll be qualified for professional teaching jobs in 80+ countries worldwide. You ca
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Love travel and adventure? This is your game-changer. Embark on a life-changing adventure and take your skiing to the next level. Meet like-minded individuals while exploring some of the biggest and best mountain resorts across Canada, Switzerland, New Zealand, Japan, and the United States. Join
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Spend Your Summer in the USA as a Camp Counselor! Looking for a meaningful way to travel, gain experience, and make lifelong memories? InterExchange Camp USA lets you live and work at a traditional American summer camp for up to four months on a J-1 visa. As a counselor, you'll join a close-knit c
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Land a direct, permanent placement with a hospital in the USA! We have several openings for the following: Cardiovascular Services • Critical Care • Emergency Rm • ICU Nurse • CCU Nurse • NICU Nurse • Cath Lab Nurse • Labor and Delivery Nurse • Neo-Natal Nurse • Operating Room Nurse • Cardio Vascul
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Travel For Teens is looking for qualified candidates to be Trip Directors and Counselors for programs throughout Europe. Potential program leaders must be over 21 years old and able to commit to at least two summers. Successful candidates are reliable, passionate about travel and different cultures,
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Are you looking for a hospitality internship or professional training in the USA? Let Spirit Cultural Exchange design a custom internship to help take your hospitality career to the next level! Spirit partners exclusively with luxury 4 to 5-star hotels and fine dining restaurants across the US to o
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There’s no better way to earn income, make an impact on others, and discover the world than by teaching English abroad! This is exactly what we offer at OnTESOL—the opportunity to take on a teaching job at your desired location in Asia, Europe, Central and South America, and the Middle East. Travel
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Make the most of your summer in this work and travel program offered by Alliance Abroad. Spend up to four months in the US and gain a life-changing experience centered around hands-on work and cultural exchange. You will work with some of the country’s finest businesses in sectors like: - restaura
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American Overseas Recruitment Consulting Services is a US-based company founded in 2010 that provides recruitment services to American businesses of all sizes and sectors across the United States by matching them with skilled, qualified workers. The American Overseas Labor Recruitment Department spe
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Are you ready to launch your international career and gain hands-on experience in the United States? CETUSA’s J-1 Intern Program offers you the opportunity to intern or train with leading U.S. companies, enhancing your professional skills while experiencing American culture firsthand. Whether you ar
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The Camp Counselor Program enables post-secondary students, youth workers, teachers, and applicants with specialized skills to share their culture and ideas with the people of the United States in camp settings throughout the country. Participants in the program receive pay and benefits, such as mea
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Start one of the most exciting adventures of your life now and experience the USA like never before - as a high school student! If you dream of distant countries, new cultures, and unforgettable experiences, an au pair stay in the USA is the perfect choice for young, open-minded adults like you. Di
See All 2 ProgramsIdentify what you want to achieve: gaining experience, improving skills, or exploring a new career. Clear goals make finding the right job easier and more exciting.
From building an impressive resume to experiencing life in one of the most dynamic job markets, here’s why you should consider taking your work journey stateside.
Before jumping into a job in the U.S., there are a few things to keep in mind and help you make the most out of your time abroad.
The U.S. offers a wide variety of experiences, and choosing the right place to work can enhance your overall experience.
Washington D.C. is home to a wealth of job opportunities, particularly in government, tech, and non-profits. With iconic museums, restaurants, and a vibrant social scene, D.C. offers a wealth of downtime activities while providing a unique work-life balance.
Known for its rich history, diverse job market, and Southern charm, Atlanta is a thriving city with opportunities in industries like media, finance, and logistics. The city offers a combination of professional growth and a warm, welcoming culture, making it a fantastic place to live and work.
Alaska offers a chance to engage with nature in one of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes. With opportunities in industries such as tourism, oil, and healthcare, Alaska provides both work and adventure, whether you're exploring glaciers or hiking through the wilderness.
Choosing the right field can elevate your time abroad and make your professional journey even more fulfilling.
The education field in the U.S. is constantly evolving, offering a wide range of roles for those passionate about teaching. Working in education allows you to gain valuable experience, contribute to the development of students, and experience the diversity of the U.S. education system.
Being an Au Pair in the U.S. is an excellent way to immerse yourself in American culture while providing childcare to a host family. It’s a unique opportunity to form lasting relationships, travel, and engage in cultural exchange, all while earning a stipend.
The hospitality industries are perfect for those who love meeting new people and working in fast-paced, vibrant environments. Jobs in this field offer the chance to combine customer service skills with cultural exploration, making it an excellent choice for those who want hands-on experience in a global setting.
Ready to land that job in the U.S.? Here's how to set yourself up for success, from matching with the right job to ensuring all your travel and work documents are in order.
Use GoAbroad’s Online Advisor to find jobs in the U.S. that align with your skills, qualifications, and career goals.
Sign up for MyGoAbroad to compare and select the best job opportunities in the U.S., whether you’re looking for a seasonal role or a more permanent position.
Explore our scholarships and deals application to connect with funding opportunities that help make your U.S. job abroad more affordable.
Once you’ve found the right job, visit the program’s page and click “Apply Now.” A program coordinator will guide you through the next steps of the application process.
Before heading to the U.S., make sure all your travel documents are ready—check your visa, passport, insurance, and accommodation details so you can focus on your work experience.
Get answers to the questions travelers ask most
One of the best ways to find jobs in the USA is to look for program providers who can recommend what would best match your skills and preferences. You may also explore social media, professional networking and career development platforms, or apply directly to companies.
To be granted a work permit, you must first apply for immigration status that allows you to work in the USA. The next step is to complete Form I-765 and other required supporting documents, pay the filing fee, and submit your application.
Yes! Part-time or seasonal jobs are great ways for international students to spend a summer or gap year in the United States and explore the country while gaining international work experience.
Some of the most popular job types in the USA include healthcare jobs such as personal caregivers and registered nurses, as well as IT and computer jobs like programmers, support specialists, web designers, and software developers.
Hear what past participants have to say about their experiences
Program: United States H1B H2A & H2B Visa Program for Foreign Workers
I have experience at cruise ship since 2016 Housekeeping Department as anStateroom Attendant, my job is to keep clean an tidy every single room and hygine as per standard, engage with all my guest and make sure the have great experince when they vacation
I had the best experience of my life in the Work and Travel USA program. I recommend to anyone this great experience !! Worked at a ski Resort with Alliance Abroad and the support was great ! 100% recommend!
Hola, estuve en haiti por 5años, fue un experiencia muy buena muy nutritiva de muchos conocimientos y aprendizajes, muchas cosas nuevas, el idioma lo aprendí en 6 meses, su gente muy calidad, volvería a estar con ellos.
Program: USA Au Pair Placements Available Now
Honestly speaking, I've never been abroad or anywhere outside South Africa, and that's my goal,to explore the world,to be adventurous and grow in learning more about the world and people from different parts of the world.

The best part was meeting amazing people and getting involved in American culture. I met a lot of students from Thailand, Mongolia and other countries. It was an amazing experience and I want to live it all again.

I wanted to have a different experience, to improve my level of english and visit the United States. The experience was unique and unlike any I have lived before. I met people from many different countries and in a very short time was able to improve my english a lot. It has completely changed my way of seeing the world.

It was totally amazing. I was looking to meet new people and enjoy the experience of traveling in a new country. The best part of the program was my job and how independent I was. Now I'm more independent and confident.

I wanted to improve my English, meet new people and see new places. Everything seemed incredible to me during my whole stay with Alliance Abroad from the kindness of the people and how beautiful the destination was.

This experience with Alliance Abroad has helped me to be a lot more independent. I met a lot of people that are always ready to help, and the Alliance Abroad team were always in touch with me at the right time.
Program: Direct Hire - Permanent Positions with Hospitals in the USA
I have been working in my country during my work life. I haven’t been in abroad for working.but I will experience it as soon as possible with yours. I like to make a different word life in the USA and I live my dreams.

I am eternally grateful to Clearlite for all they have done to make my dream of working as a Nurse in the U.S a reality.I could not have achieve this without them. Priti and Kevin have both been awesome. Priti has checked in with me several times even after I started working just to ensure everything is going ok .I would highly recommend Clearlite to any nurse wishing to work and migrate to the U.S.They are highly professional, knowledgeable and genuinely care about you making a good transition into the U.S.They are by far the best of all the agencies. I guarantee you would not regret choosing them to guide and assist through your journey in becoming an American nurse.
Program: TEFL Certification in Chicago for Teaching English Abroad
A fun but challenging course. The teachers are all very helpful and you will be pushed to learn a lot. The course requires some time management but it is not an impossible feat. Overall I would recommend the course to anyone who may want to travel abroad and teach English. Also, the course has a lot of of benefits that are worth the hard work alone.
Program: Summer Camp Counselors and Support Staff Placements
Living this experience has generated a great change in my life. At first it was hard for me to be the first time speaking English and reach the United States. It was getting to another world for me. Here is very different from my country the culture, the people, the food, everything is different. It was a challenge in the first instance to be able to communicate. Today I understand more and every day I can talk more. In a special needs camp I learned how valuable it is to be able to communicate, to be able to walk, breathe or wear a shirt. I feel blessed to be able to do all these things for myself and to help others to do them. I have fallen in love with my camp and everything that happens here, the energy that I have to express is exhausting but all day it is summed up to the smiles of my campers when they smile or thank me, everything makes sense at that moment. This experience has changed my life and has made me stronger. I still have months left in my camp but I will give my all to continue learning the language to do my excellent work and above all to grow as a person.
Program: Year-long Jobs in the USA - Placements for AUS/NZ Citizens
This program is a great way to try something new. It's a great way to experience living and working in the US. Australians and New Zealanders are lucky they get a full year for the visa, rather than a few months. Interexchange were very helpful with all the questions I had in preparation for the program, and have been readily available for any questions during my stay here.
Program: USA Au Pair Placements Available Now
The Aupair program with interexchange was one of the best experience in my life. The organisation guide you and help you all the way from the begining to the end. The are always here to answer your questions, doubt, down moments etc... The also set up a lot to male sure you get in your experience the best way possible : event, meetings, tips, advices, etc. You never feel alone with them and they work closely with you and your host family. Its a high quality job that they do. If you like traveling, learn about new culture, like kids and be involved in a foreign family. I advice you the aupair program with Interexchange. Thank you very much for this amazing experience !
Program: Summer Camp Counselors and Support Staff Placements
Being a camp counsellor is one of the most challenging but rewarding ways you could spend your summer. Not only is it perfect for working on your tan, you will meet the most incredible people, both campers and staff. Having done two summers at a non-profit camp I've had a great deal of challenging kids, but what got me through the hard times was knowing the support I had from my new friends and that I was making a difference, even if only small, to this child's life. You forget the hard days and end the summer with a whole range of fun memories, when you arrive home it's hard to not find yourself looking back at what an amazing summer you have had. It is also a really good way to learn English if it is not your first language as you are submerged into American culture. I would highly recommend this to anyone, you don't have to be the best person with children, you will learn and develop these skills. Coming from the UK, I study Primary Teaching at University and I learn more about children from spending every waking minute with them! If you are wanting an amazing summer, then I would recommend this program in a heartbeat!
Program: Summer Camp Counselors and Support Staff Placements
My experience at Brookwood was a wonderful opportunity through which I was able to make friends, Gain experience, learn new things and make money. It enabled me work with interesting people and gain experience in a new environment all while earning money.
Program: Summer Camp Counselors and Support Staff Placements
I had the time of my life, it was a great experience to pass my last summer at a summer camp and I would love to go back again, american people is amazing, everybody was friendly with me and with whole international crew, the camp director was always amazing and everybody of staff too. thanks for giving me the chance to live the experience of being in a summer camp!!!
Program: Summer Camp Counselors and Support Staff Placements
This experience has been the greatest adventure so far. From the day I arrived to Hostel international, our train trip with all my co-workers the whole camp, my adventures after camp...everything went amazingly fine. Im really thankful for the Bolivian cooperator, interexchange and mi camp stonewall for everything they did for me. Definitely I have grown a lot as a person, I have developed my skills and I learned some new as well and I gather memories and friends that will last for ever!



Alumni and staff share what it's really like to go abroad

Paytten Fankhanel
International Rural Exchange Canada
AlumniI always wanted to travel after I finished my degree in Agriculture. When I first heard about the A-Way-To-Work program in post-secondary, I knew this...
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Cori Keyes
Cenet
AlumniWhen I came to university, it was the talk of the town that Work and Travel is the place to be for summer. So I did my research on it, saw that many s...
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Simon M
InterExchange
AlumniI like traveling, I like kids, and I wanted to improve my English.
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Emily Imray
Smaller Earth
AlumniI'd always loved travelling, having previously au-paired in Spain and volunteered in Sri Lanka, so when it came to deciding what to do in the summer o...
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