Summer Work USA
Support & Documents
- Expert SWAP assistance reviewing your application forms before submission to the US government
- Your summer J-1 visa and SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) registration
- Your pre-departure kit, which includes important information on SEVIS, taxes, and how to prepare for your trip
Support & Documents
- Job placement assistance for those who choose the Job Placement option (see below for more information)
- Online pre-departure orientation prior to leaving Canada
In-Country Inclusions
- Travel insurance for the duration of your stay in the US, as mandated by the American government
- Job monitoring throughout the summer to ensure that everything is going well with your employer
- Access to US support staff for the full duration of your trip, including a toll-free, 24/7 emergency number
Requirements
Thinking about taking the leap? International travel is not without rules. Check these conditions to see if you qualify.
- Age
You need to be 18-28 years old and a current full-time student of the 2024/25 academic year in a Canadian post-secondary institution. - Nationality
This adventure is open to Canadian post-secondary students and international students studying at a Canadian post-secondary institution. - Criminal Check
Must have no criminal record.
- Required Savings
The US government requires that you have proof of at least $1,200 USD in your own funds at the time of application. - Health Insurance
Health insurance is provided by our US visa sponsor, for the full duration of your stay in the USA. - Duration
3-4 months, the length of your school’s summer break! - Start Date
Anytime between May - September
- Job Requirement
You must have an official summer job offer from a seasonal employer in the USA in order to apply. If you don’t have a job pre-arranged, scroll down for more information on our Job Placement program!
- Registration Timeline
Our 2025 Summer USA program is now open! The deadline to register is March 7, 2025.