J1 BridgeUSA Summer Work and Travel Program - Starting at €499
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J1 Summer from €499
The J1 Summer Work and Travel Program is the ultimate adventure for college students looking to earn money while soaking up new cultures! It’s your chance to live and work in the U.S. for a summer, make memories with people from all over the world, and explore some iconic American spots. Whether you're serving ice cream on a beach in California, helping tourists in a theme park, or working in a cozy café, you’ll gain valuable work experience, make lifelong friendships and have the BEST summer of your life! Ready to mix work and play? The J1 program is the perfect way to kick off your summer!
What is J1 Work & Travel?
Finding a seasonal job in the US, interviewing, obtaining a J1 visa, getting ready for the trip, dealing with taxes and paychecks, complying with regulations – a J1 Summer Work and Travel experience can be complicated. With CIEE, it isn’t! We’ll be there to support you every step of the way.
Key Benefits
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Cultural Exchange
Engage with diverse communities, make lifelong friends, and develop a global perspective.
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Career Development
Enhance your resume with hands-on experience in various seasonal business industries.
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Personal Growth
Build confidence, independence, and adaptability as you navigate life in a new environment.
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Affordable Opportunities
Our direct programs minimize costs, making this life-changing experience more accessible for Irish students.
What’s Included?
J1 Visa Application processing
DS-2019 – your Legal Work Authorization papers
Access to our J1 job listings where you get to choose what job and where to work
Access to hiring fairs
5 months emergency Medical Insurance **
SEVIS fee
Pre-departure J1 Orientation
Dedicated support from our experienced J1 Team
**The insurance covers your emergency Medical expenses while in the US. We recommend you also take out a separate ‘Travel Insurance’ policy to cover you for things like cancellation and curtailment, personal belongings, legal costs, flight delays and more.
What We Do?
As one of the largest US Sponsors of J1 BridgeUSA visa programs, we handle all your employer vetting and provide the necessary paperwork for your J1 visa. Our dedicated J1 team assists thousands of Irish students each year, guiding you through the process every step of the way.
Why Book with CIEE?
We’re the experts! 50+ years’ experience hosting Irish J1 participants
Premium jobs in the Prime ‘Irish J1’ Locations – San Deigo, Chicago, Boston, New York, San Francisco
Lowest price in Ireland
Fully transparent costs – no hidden extras
Inclusive of insurance and SEVIS fees
J1 Visa Program Options
Choose from two different options:
Option 1 – €699
The J1 BridgeUSA All-In Package, where we do all the hard work and sort out your pre-arranged jobs! We provide you with access to hundreds of ‘Premium’ J1 jobs via our jobs database / CIEE Direct. All the jobs available will have been pre-vetted, and we’ll set up the interview. We literally do all the heavy lifting!
What’s included?
J1 Visa Application processing
DS-2019 – your Legal Work Authorization papers
Access to our J1 job listings where you get to choose what job and where to work
Access to hiring fairs
5 months emergency Medical Insurance **
SEVIS fee
Pre-departure J1 Orientation
Dedicated support from our experienced J1 Team
**The insurance covers your emergency Medical expenses while in the US. We recommend you also take out a separate ‘Travel Insurance’ policy to cover you for things like cancellation and curtailment, personal belongings, legal costs, flight delays and more.
Option 2 – €499
The J1 BridgeUSA DIY Package, where you find your own job and once you have your offer, you submit it to us for vetting and approval. And don’t forget, if you’re struggling to source a job, we won’t see you stuck! You can always upgrade to the All-In Package at a later date!
What’s included?
J1 Visa Application processing
DS-2019 – your Legal Work Authorization papers
Vetting and approval of your job offer once you have sourced it – see our tips for finding a suitable summer job
5 months emergency Medical Insurance **
SEVIS fee
Pre-departure J1 Orientation
Dedicated support from our experienced J1 Team
**The insurance covers your emergency Medical expenses while in the US. We recommend you also take out a separate ‘Travel Insurance’ policy to cover you for things like cancellation and curtailment, personal belongings, legal costs, flight delays and more.
What’s Not Included?
Flights to the US – we recommend you wait until your visa is approved by the US Embassy before booking your flights.
US Embassy Interview Fee – The fee is USD $185 and is paid directly to the US Embassy when you book your appointment.
Your Support Funds – you must have a minimum of USD $800 when entering the US. You may be asked to show proof of this when going through US Immigration, and we recommend you bring a copy of your bank statement to show you have access to these funds.
❝My experiences in the United States so far have been magnificent, and I’m craving more. Would I recommend the J1 Work & Travel USA or the J1 Graduate Visa USA program? Absolutely. In fact, because they’re so different, I recommend doing both. You won’t regret it.❞
-Ryan O. | J1 Work & Travel Participant and J1 Graduate Visa Participant