Hotel and Restaurant Management Internships in the United States

  United States

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: Year-round

Description:
In an increasingly globalized economy, international work experience is one of the most valuable assets you can add to your resume. InterExchange Career Training USA offers you the opportunity to jump-start your career with an internship in the USA.

We specialize in sponsoring J-1 Visas for individuals who have already found internships in the USA. Once you have secured a job offer from a US employer, we guide you through the visa process and provide assistance to both you and your employer.

In addition to sponsoring individuals who have already found an internship, we also also accept applications for positions currently available through our Internship Placement Program.

Our services include:
* Processing your program application
* Determining your eligibility for a J-1 Visa
* Supplying you with the necessary visa paperwork
* Providing you access to discounted international insurance
* Offering ongoing support and assistance throughout your program

Many fields of training are available: Accounting, Advertising, Hospitality, Culinary Arts, Business, Information Technology, Finance, Tourism, Marketing, Law, Engineering, Public Relations, Media and Communications, and more.

Programs range from 1-12 months, and salary varies by company.

Highlights:
As a Career Training USA participant, you will have the opportunity to:
* Intern or train with a top-notch host employer in the USA.
* Gain real-world experience in your field of study or occupational field.
* Advance your career through strong contacts and relationships.
* Add an international dimension to your resume with cross-cultural skills and experience.

Qualifications:
Internships are open to:
* Students currently enrolled in a degree or professional certificate program in a college, university, or other post-secondary academic institution outside the US
* Individuals who have graduated from these institutions within 12 months of the internship start date

Training programs are open to:
* Individuals who hold a degree or professional certificate from a post-secondary academic institution, college, university, or other post-secondary academic institution outside the US and at least one year of related professional experience outside the US
* Individuals with at least five years of related professional experience outside the US. (These participants must provide letters of reference from former employers to verify their work experience.)

All program participants must also:
* Complete an internship or training program with an eligible host employer.
* Be between the ages of 18 and 38.
* Be involved in an internship or training program related to their studies (Interns) or professional experience (Trainees).
* Be interviewed in-person, over the phone or via web camera by InterExchange or an approved InterExchange cooperator.
* Have verifiable English language skills and possess comprehension of English terminology of their field.
* Be covered by sufficient Accident & Sickness insurance throughout their time in the USA (Insurance is available through InterExchange).
* Have sufficient funds to support themselves during their time in the USA (including housing and living costs).
* Be involved in an internship or training program in a field that InterExchange is designated to sponsor, including the following: Architecture, Business, Commerce & Finance, Engineering, Hospitality & Tourism, Information Media & Communications, Management, Marketing & Sales, Public Administration & Law, the Sciences, and Industrial Occupations. InterExchange cannot sponsor training programs in the arts (Arts Administration is allowed), medicine, teaching, social work, or manual labor.

Cost in US$: Starting at USD 625

Additional Costs:
* SEVIS Fee: USD 180 (payable to the Department of Homeland Security upon acceptance to the program)
* Embassy/Consulate Fee: Approximately USD 140, paid to the Embassy/Consulate
* Round-trip transportation to the USA (arranged by applicant)
* Housing (arranged by applicant)
* Basic living expenses (varies by applicant)

Salary / Pay: Varies by location and company.

Experience Required: yes

Per J-1 Visa Regulations: * Interns may only pursue internships that are related to their academic field of study * Trainees may only pursue training programs that are related to their occupational field Applicants to the Internship Placement Program will only be considered if they have previous education/experience and meet all the other requirements indicated in the job postings.

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to United States Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

InterExchange's Mission Statement: InterExchange is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting cultural awareness through a wide range of work & travel, language, teaching English, volunteer, professional training, internship and au pair programs within the United States & around the world. Our goal is to create affordable and exciting cultural exchange programs, each with an unparalleled level of support. We take great pride in the professionalism and service of our staff and work hard to ensure our programs provide a rewarding experience for all participants.