Work Exchanges
We blog about CIEE's Work Exchange programs: Summer Work Travel, Camp Counselor, Intern, Trainee, Research Scholar, and Professor. Share your story!
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Summer Work Travel Employer Q&A: IAM Water Safari
Meet Brandy Weiler, director of human resources for IAM Water Safari.
Is BridgeUSA Summer Work Travel Right for Your Business? A 10-Question Decision Guide
Could a proven seasonal workforce solution – connecting U.S. employers with global college students – be the answer to your staffing needs? BridgeUSA Summer Work Travel is available to seasonal employers all across the country.
Summer 2026 Staffing Advisory: Why Hiring International Staff Now Is Critical for Your Seasonal Business
This summer, the world is coming to America. With the FIFA World Cup 26 igniting global excitement and America250 drawing history lovers nationwide, U.S. tourism is set for its biggest... keep reading
13 Soft Skills You'll Build During Your BridgeUSA Internship
An internship is about more than mastering tasks. It’s a chance to grow the skills that define long-term success.
Summer Camp Spotlight: Easter Seals Camp Sno-Mo
My name is Chris Ellis, and I'm the director for Easter Seals Camp Sno-Mo in New Hampshire. I've been here for 15 years, and I have worked with staff from CIEE for all of the 15 years.
To H-1B or Not to H-1B, That is the $100K Question
A 1,900% to 4,900% increase. That’s how much H-1B visa costs surged when President Trump introduced a $100,000 petition fee for skilled foreign workers seeking to enter the U.S.
How to Get a Job and Travel for a Summer in the USA
If you’re ready for an international adventure, consider a J-1 visa work and travel program. Stay in the United States for up to four months, allowing you to work a seasonal job and explore in your downtime.
Employer Spotlight: Broadmoor Resort and Hotel
Meet Alyssa Graudins, director of recruiting for the Broadmoor Resort and Hotel in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
BridgeUSA Summer Work Travel Participant Spotlight: Elijah O. of Nigeria
Meet Elijah from Nigeria, who worked at Cedar Point Amusement Park in Sandusky, Ohio, in 2024.
Summer Camp Spotlight: Pierce Camp Birchmont
Meet Peter Brimstone, assistant director at Pierce Camp Birchmont in New Hampshire.