Work Exchanges Blog

One of the most common questions we receive as a sponsor for BridgeUSA professional exchange programs is: “ which J-1 program is right for me? " It is a completely...keep reading

by Zia Kalong, Content Strategist, Vision International Philippines Vision International Philippines (VIP), in partnership with the U.S. Embassy Manilla, held the first ever J-1 Cultural Exchange Alumni Tour where nearly...keep reading

Last month I wrote about Portland, but what about the rest of the state? Buckle up, there are a lot of fun things to do in Oregon! - Oregon's capital...keep reading

What does someone think when hearing the word "seasons"? Undeniably, in most cases our brain recalls the life history of a tree foliage. As beautiful as the foliage may seem...keep reading

City of Roses, Bridgetown, Beervana, Rip City, Stumptown, PDX... So many different names for the city of Portland (Oregon), also so many things that made me fall in love with...keep reading

By Sittie Shiena Badal, CIEE Professional Career Training USA and Global Pathfinder Summit fellow I left my beloved homeland, Philippines, with high hopes and dreams that I consider achievable as...keep reading

Sometimes it can be hard being at a new town with a different culture and not knowing anyone. What helps a lot is surrounding yourself with people you can be...keep reading

Since I've been living in the United States, I started noticing that they use a lot of expressions. I’ve been writing down the ones I like the most and thought...keep reading

After grinding through winter and a not super warm spring, summer is finally around here. You can notice people getting out of their homes, walking around and enjoying the nature...keep reading

The 4th of July is a special day, even on the rock at the end of the world called Kaua'i, where I am at. I got invited over by my...keep reading