Who can participate in the program

The program is open to students enrolled full-time or in evening programs (with a study load of more than 20 hours per week). This applies to all undergraduate and graduate students, regardless of course. Your student status entitles you to participate in the program, but for some categories of participants the visa application process may require a little more preparation. Fourth year undergraduate and graduate students may face more scrutiny at the visa interview. This is because it is important for the consul to make sure that you will return home after the program. However, this is no reason to worry! Participating in the Work and Travel USA program can be a great opportunity for development: new work experience, a line on your resume, and perhaps an important step towards further education and career. To improve your chances, you need to prepare well for the interview. Demonstrate to the consul that the trip is an important step in your professional and personal development, and that you will have an interesting job or continue your graduate studies when you return home. This program is just the beginning of exciting journeys and discoveries in your life! We are sure that with good preparation you will succeed! Related topics: - Step 2 - Gather the Required Documents - J-1 Visa - Possible Visa Interview Outcomes - Typical reasons for visa refusal