FAQ: Summer 2008 Program.
When are the workers available?
How much does it cost?
How are the workers selected?
Will the students have health insurance?
Do I have to sponsor the participants?
How can I secure seasonal workers?
What if I am not happy with my International employees?
How can I improve performance of my International employees?
Will my participants have a Social Security Number?
What are the tax requirements as to international students in the program?
How will the staff arrive at my firm?
What if I have any other questions?
When are the workers available?
Foreign staff generally arrive in May/June and can work until September/October.
How much does it cost?
The service is without charge to the employer. However, all the services have to be arranged in advance.
How are the workers selected?
The students are fully screened, including an interview conducted entirely in English. We try to find the best possible workers, meeting all your requirements. We expect those we refer to be hard-working, flexible, and fully committed to their work.
Will the students have health insurance?
All the Work and Travel USA participants are covered for the duration of their stay in the United States.
Do I have to sponsor the participants?
You do not have to sponsor Work and Travel Participants.
How can I secure seasonal workers?
Using the following link, please send us an application with your requirements. Please include a brief description of your business. We will contact you promptly to discuss your request in detail. We can usually supply the resumes of several potential candidates for your inspection. Upon your decision to use our services, you will be asked to complete a job offer form. This document expresses your intent to employ the worker(s). While you are not under legal obligation to hire, the document is necessary for the worker to obtain an American visa. In no sense are you sponsoring or guaranteeing the employment.
What if I am not happy with my International employees?
You should treat an international student employee as any other seasonal staff. If for any reason, you are not satisfied with his/her performance, please try to resolve the matter first by discussing it with the employee or by contacting us. If you can not achieve satisfactory results, you may terminate their employment at any time.
How can I improve performance of my International employees?
We recommend paying a competitive wage providing sufficient hours. Overtime will be welcome. Arranging rewards and end-of-the-season bonuses is also a great tool in achieving mutual satisfaction.
Will my participants have a Social Security Number?
Many workers will arrive at your firm without having applied for a Social Security number. It is legal to hire them as long as they apply for the number within seven days of beginning work. After applying for a Social Security number at the nearest Social Security Administration, they are required by law to show you a receipt, stating that they have applied. Generally, it takes a few weeks to get a Social Security card by mail. Read more about hiring J-1 visitors and SSA regulations.
What are the tax requirements as to international students in the program?
They are required to pay Federal, State and local taxes. However, they are exempt from paying Medicare, Social Security or Federal Unemployment tax. For more information, please refer to IRS Employers Tax Guide Publication 5.15
How will the staff arrive at my firm?
Our participants are responsible for their own transportation costs. We are responsible for travel instructions. However, your help or information is always welcome.
What if I have any other questions?
Please contact us anytime!