Overview of J1 Student Program and Summer Work Travel (SWT)
Explore the J1 Student Program presented by Tiffanie Butzen, focusing on why they are called J1 students, the different program categories, and the Summer Work Travel (SWT) program for foreign university students. Discover the goals of the program and steps to becoming a host employer, emphasizing cultural experiences and work opportunities in the U.S.
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INTRODUCTION TO J1 STUDENT PROGRAM Presented by: Tiffanie Butzen
WHY DO I CALL THEM J1 STUDENTS? This refers to the type of visa that a foreigner obtains to legally work in the U.S.
THERE ARE 14 DIFFERENT PROGRAM CATEGORIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE J1 Professors/ Research Scholars Short Term Scholars Trainees Interns College & University Students Teachers Secondary School Students Specialists Alien Physicians Camp Counselors Au Pairs Summer Work Travel Program Government Visitors International Visitors VISA. The Summer Work Travel Program (SWT) fits the needs of campgrounds best.
THE SUMMER WORK TRAVEL PROGRAM (SWT) The SWT is for college and university students at foreign universities to gain first- hand experience as they work in seasonal or temporary jobs and travel in the U.S during their summer while providing the opportunity to experience U.S culture. The positions need to be seasonal or temporary. Under the SWT, students may work in the U.S for up to 4 months during their vacation break between academic years. J1 exchange visitors may not exceed the program period plus 30 days for the purposes of travel unless an extension or change has been granted.
WHAT IS THE GOAL OF THE PROGRAM? The Summer Work Travel program provides foreign students with the opportunity to work and live in the United States. This gives them the opportunity to experience our culture and way of life in the U.S by being exposed to the people here. Cultural experiences are a big part of the program and one of the main reasons that many foreign students chose to participate in this program. They are not here just to work. It is important that they experience cultural activities and we can play a big role in this. Examples of cultural activities are: Taking a day trip Going to a local celebration (such as 4thof July) Having dinner with a group of U.S citizens The list is endless. Let your imagination wonder and have fun. The more cultural experiences we can provide them with the better their experience will be and ours.
STEPS ON BECOMING A HOST EMPLOYER 1. Decide what type of participant you would like to hire from one of the 14 program categories. Contact one of the 39 Sponsors about your chosen program. Sponsors verify contact information, obtain and verify an employer s tax ID number, obtain copies of their business license and workers compensation policy, and verify that the jobs will be at a reputable business. Employers must not have experienced layoffs in the past 120 days and must not have workers on lockout or strike. The sponsor will ensure that the placement to SWT participants will not displace U.S workers. Although many sponsors do not charge a fee to the employer, there may be a fee depending on the sponsor you choose to use. 2.
Sponsor Company Website Address Number A Cultural Exchange Service Inc. http://www.dealwitaces.com 14258 Creek Run Dr. Riverview, FL 33579 (866)-401-8910 Alliance Abroad Group L.P. http://www.allianceabroad.com 1645 E. 6thSt. #1oo Austin, TX 78702 (512)-457-8062 American Camp and Work Experience http://www.acawe.com 6113 Beton court Gainsville, VA 20155 (703)-743-2448 American Exchange Organization Inc. www.amerex.org 6820 Commercial Dr. Suite D Springfield, VA 22151 (517)-279-0529 American Hospitality Academy http://www.americanhospitalityacademy.com PO Box 420116 Summerland Key, FL 33042 (866)-511-0908 American Institute for Foreign Study Campower Program http://www.campamerica.com 1 High Ridge Park Stamford, CT 6905 (203)-399-5000 Ext:5106 American Work Adventures Inc. http://www.americanworkadventures.org 755 Baywood Dr. Suite 380 Petaluma, CA 94954 (707)-559-5800 500 West Puntnam Ave. Suite 400 Greenwich, CT 6830 American Work Experience http://www.aweusa.com (203)-661-9352 ASSE International Inc. http://www.asse.com 228 N Coast Hwy Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (949)-494-4100 Ext:200 Camp Counselors USA/Work Experience USA http://www.ccusa.com 901 E St. Suite 300 San Rafael, CA 94901 (415)-339-2740 Camp Wayne for Boys Inc. http://www.campwayne.com 53 Summit Dr. Huntington, NY 11743 (570)-798-2511 CampGroup LLC. http://www.campgroup.com 3 New King St. White Plains, NY 10604 (847)-242-0009 4530 Union Bay Place NE, Ste. 214 Seattle, WA 98105 Center for International Career Development http://www.cicdgo.com (206)-957-7112 Council on International Educational Exchange Inc. http://www.ciee.org 300 Fore St. Portland, ME 4101 (207)-268-6245 CSB International Inc. http://www.asb-usa.com 36 Park Ave. Bay Shore, NY 11706 (877)-669-0717 338 Broadway St. Suite 620 Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 Cultural Exchange Network Inc. http://www.cenet.com (573)-335-7111 Cultural Homestay International http://www.chinet.org 255 West End Ave. San Rafael, CA 94901 (415)-459-5397 Dynamic Global Exchange Inc. http://www.dynamicglobalexchange.com 30725 River Crossing St. Bringham Farms, MI 48025 (248)-645-0505 2601 Ocean Park Blvd. Suite 322 Santa Monica, CA 90405 Educational Resource Development Trust http://www.erdtworkandtravel.org (242)-259-1192 Foundation for Worldwide International Student Exchange http://wisefoundation.com PO Box 1332 Dyersburg, TN 38025 (770)-579-0567
Sponsor Company Website Address Number GeoVisions http://www.geovisions.org PO Box 6580 Portsmouth, NH 3802 (603)-363-4187 Global Educational Concepts Inc. http://www.gecworkandtravel.com PO Box 305140 Nashville, TN 37230 (615)-391-2924 http://greatnheartexchange.org/host/host-hire- seasonal-staff Greenheart Exchange 746 North La Salle Dr. Chicago, IL 60654 (866)-684-9675 Greenwood Lake Gaelic Cultural Society Inc. https://www.projectchildreninterns.com PO Box 933 Greenwood Lake, NY 10925 (914)-356-5521 ICCE Inc. http://www.icceusa.com 3530 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 1150 Los Angeles, CA 90010 (213)-380-4546 InterExchange Inc. http://www.interexchange.org/work-travel-usa 100 Wall St. Suite 301 New York, NY 10005 (212)-924-0446 11931 Foundation Place STE 220 Gold River, CA 95670 International Cultural Exchange Organization Inc. http://www.iceoinc.org (916)-985-4826 55 New Orleans Rd. 210 Fountain Center Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 International Educational Exchange Inc. http://www.ieexchanges.com (843)-785-1963 699 Washington St. Suite 203 Hackettstown, NJ 7840 International Exchange of North America Inc. http://www.iena.org (888)-724-4292 Intrax Work/Travel http://www.intraxinc.com 600 California St. 10thFloor San Francisco, CA 94108 (415)-434-5451 Ireland Institute of Pittsburgh http://www.iiofpitt.org 1601 Marys Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15215 (412)-394-3900 2300 Corporate Blvd. NW Suite 232 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Janus International Hospitality Student Exchange http://www.janus-international.com (804)-589-1924 Life Adventures Inc. Http://www.lifeadventures.us 14258 Creek Run Drive Riverview, FL 33579 (888)-896-4953 Signature Services Corporation http://www.signatureservices.com 2705 Hawes Ave. Dallas, TX 75235 (214)-466-2043 137 North Oak Park Ave. Suite 304 Oak Park, IL 60301 Spirit Cultural Exchange http://www.spiritexchange.com (708)-763-8940 United Studies Inc. http://www.unitedstudies.org PO Box 22863 Hot Springs, AR 71903 (501)-321-2000 11155 Dolfield Boulevard Suite 216 Owings Mills, MD 21117 United Work and Travel a Division of APEI http://www.americanpool.com (410)-581-7788 Immigration Compliance Department 1375 E. Buena Vista Dr. 2N Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S Inc. http://www.disneyinternationalprograms.com (407)-828-2858 World Wide Cultural Exchange Inc. http://www.wwceusa.com 28097 Smyth Dr. Suite B Valencia, CA 91355 (661)-299-4714
DO J1 STUDENTS PAY TAXES? Employers must follow all federal and state labor laws when employing J1 students. J1 students are subjected to federal, state, and local taxes. J1 students are exempt from the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) taxes (for Social Security and Medicare). J1 students do not pay Social Security, Medicare or Federal Unemployment taxes. Employers do not have to match these taxes. The end result is a savings for the employers. The students will need to obtain a social security number for tax purposes.
PAPERWORK THAT NEEDS TO BE COMPLETED UPON ARRIVAL OF STUDENT It is vital to start the paperwork as soon as possible once the student arrives. Have the students verify the information in SERVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) right away. This is validating their living address and work address. They will need to do this in order to apply for the social security card. The SERVIS system can take a couple of days to update. Obtain a photocopy of their foreign passport, DS2019, I-94, and their visa. Please note that some students have more than 1 type of visa so make sure that you get the copy of the J1 visa. Once SERVIS has updated the verified information, take the student to the social security office to apply for a social security number. It is helpful to take all of their documentations listed ahead of time or stop to pick up necessary forms. Fill out the forms before you go. This will enable you to go through the forms with the student in a less pressured environment. Students also need to fill out a W-4 and an I-9 form.
PROHIBITED JOBS Some Specific jobs are banned by the SWT regulations. Prohibited jobs include: Positions in private homes Jobs related to clinical patient care Any position in the adult entertainment industry Jobs that require work hours at night Jobs declared hazardous to youth Jobs that are substantially commission based Any position involved in gaming or gambling Pest control Traveling fairs Any position in agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting, mining, quarrying, oil & gas extraction, construction, and manufacturing. Some sponsors may have additional prohibited jobs according to their policies. SWT participants may only work in jobs that are seasonal or temporary that provide opportunities for interaction with U.S citizens and allow for experiencing U.S culture.
USEFUL INFORMATION TO KEEP IN MIND Housing Wages Full-Time jobs Time frame for approval process To and from airport Contact before arrival Staff meeting Grocery Shopping Cashing pay checks Holidays
WORKS CITED Exchange Visitor Program on a J-1 Visa. U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of State, 2017, j1visa.state.gov/. Index. Index, www.justiceinmotion.com/. J-1 Visa. Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 21 Nov. 2018, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J-1_visa.
