Work USA - IEP

What will I be doing?

Whilst many Work USA participants choose to work in one of the fantastic ski areas in the US during their summer break, there are thousands of cities and towns throughout America that can offer you a totally unique Work USA experience.

Especially if you are going for the new 12 months program, Work USA Plus. This means that you can now also do serious career related work in the USA. The sky is really the limit.

However there are some jobs you cannot do:
• Medical Intern
• Nanny/Au-pair
• Domestic help
• Football/Soccer coach
• Camp Counsellor (see Summer Camp USA)

 

WORK USA (4 MONTHS) - students only

What does it cost?
Work USA Programme Fee (students only): $495
US Visa Fee: NZ $170.30*
SEVIS fee: NZ$35

*Prices are subject to currency fluctuations.

WORK USA PLUS (12 MONTHS) - students and recent graduates only

What does it cost?
Visa Fee: $865
US Visa Fee: NZ $170.30*
SEVIS fee: US$35

*Prices are subject to currency fluctuations

What does it include?

• Visa processing – 12 months work (and travel)
• Work USA handbook – full of job contacts, CV tips and useful website addresses
• Personal support through IEP office in New Zealand before you leave
• IEP web services for all travel and programme updates
• Pre-departure Orientation
• Extensive support including 24 Hour Emergency contact number when in USA
• BUNAC’s Moneywise Guide to North America
• Vital Info handbook
• YHA Membership
• T-shirt
• Phone card

Who runs it?

International Exchange Programs (IEP) is a non-profit organisation specialised in taking all the stress out of your visa application process and setting you up with an awesome support package for your OE. You get access to all their work & travel knowledge and support here in New Zealand and overseas from their local partner. Along with their parent organisation, BUNAC, they are there to assist you before you leave home and while you are working and travelling overseas.

Am I eligible?

To be eligible for the Work USA Plus programme you need to;
• Be over the age of 18
• Be a full-time tertiary student at a New Zealand university of polytechnic or have graduated in the past 12 months
• Hold a New Zealand passport
• Have proof of funds of US$1,000 (if you have a job confirmed before you leave) US $2,000 (if you do not have a job confirmed before you leave)
• Be travelling without spouse or dependents

What is a recent graduate?
If you have graduated from a tertiary level institute within the last 12 months you are eligible to go on this new Work USA Plus (12 months) program. Graduates from university, polytechnic, institute of technology and some private training institutes are considered eligible.

What does 12 months after graduation mean?
The 12 months eligibility criteria is from the date you became "eligible" to graduate not the date you attended your graduation ceremony.

Is my course considered ‘full time tertiary’?
If you are currently enrolled at, or recently graduated from an accredited tertiary institution which upon graduation you will receive / have received official qualifications in the form of a certificate or diploma, then it is likely that you will be eligible.

What do I do next?

For more information or to apply for this programme, contact your nearest STA Travel branch or phone us on 0800 474 400.