Work Exchange USA
The Summer Work Travel (SWT) Program is a cultural exchange opportunity available to college and university students enrolled full-time and pursuing studies at post-secondary, accredited academic institutions located outside the United States. SWT participants come to the U.S. during their university breaks to share their culture and ideas with U.S. citizens through temporary work and travel opportunities. Contact a Cenet-representative agency in your country to see if you qualify.
Eligibility Requirements
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Bea full-time, classroom-based student enrolled in and actively pursuing a degree or other course of study at an accredited, post-secondary educational institution outside the United States. - Possess a sufficient level of English to successfully interact in an English-speaking environment.
How Do I Apply?
- Review the program information and resources below to familiarize yourself with the program.
- Contact a Cenet-representative agency in your home country (or country of your university) to check your eligibility.
- The agency will assist you with reviewing available placements and submitting a program application to Cenet
What to expect
Have an unforgettable experience living and working in the United States during your summer vacation from college or university.
You'll be exposed to the people and way of life in the United States, as well as have an opportunity to share your own culture.
Ready to embark on a new adventure?
The Summer Work Travel (SWT) Program is a cultural exchange opportunity available to college and university students enrolled full-time in post-secondary, accredited academic institutions located outside the United States. SWT participants come to the U.S. during their university break, filling seasonal positions and supporting U.S. businesses who do not have enough local employees during their busy time. All participants are covered by health insurance during their programs.
Interested in hosting an exchange visitor or learning more? Contact placement@cenet.org!
Host Requirements
- Hire participants for short-term, seasonal positions that do not displace any American workers
- Provide participants with a minimum of 32 hours per week
- Pay participants the same wage as their American counterparts in the same position and pay overtime in accordance with state or federal law
- Comply with the employment terms noted on your job offer
- Be willing to assist with or provide suitable, affordable housing
- Organize cultural activities (e.g., trip to a sporting event or local site of interest) or encourage participants to attend local events
- Communicate promptly with Cenet regarding such things as position changes, employment concerns, emergencies or any situation that impacts the participant’s health, safety or welfare
How Do I Become a Host?
To be considered as a host organization:
- Review the provided information and resources
- Confirm your organization can comply with the host requirements above
- Share your seasonal hiring needs with Cenet at placement@cenet.org
Interested in becoming a host?
Why Cenet
Cenet opens doors to life-changing cultural exchange experiences. Whether this is your first time traveling abroad or you are a returning program participant, Cenet will ensure you are supported while having a fun and rewarding journey.
