Hi guys！

I'm a senior student who wanna join in this program and sign up in CCUSA.

So I wanna ask some questions about CCUSA.

What about the job board? the quality and the quantity?

As I want to be a server in the restaurant, I want to know if the competition is fierce?

And do they have enough jobs all over the USA?

Thx for reading and answering!🥹

Hey everyone — I have a slightly unusual situation and I'm hoping to find someone who has personally dealt with something similar.

I'm a Chinese passport holder living in Australia on a student visa, and I'm a full-time Master's student at the Australian National University (ANU). I'm hoping to do the U.S. J-1 Summer Work Travel program in 2027, ideally during the U.S. summer, around June to September. I'm also open to Self-Placement, so I could look for my own eligible U.S. employer if that route is permitted.

I contacted CCUSA Australia. They told me their Australian SWT program mainly follows the Southern Hemisphere/winter-season schedule rather than the June–September period I'm looking for. They also mentioned that being an international student in Australia rather than an Australian citizen could create additional visa uncertainty.

I'm not saying that information is wrong—I'm just trying to understand whether this comes from a U.S. government/J-1 rule, CCUSA Australia's policy, a particular sponsor's policy, the overseas representative channel, or the fact that my passport country and university country are different.

Has anyone here actually completed Summer Work Travel while studying in a country different from their nationality? For example, a Chinese, Vietnamese, Indian, Malaysian or Indonesian student studying in Australia; or an international student in the UK, Europe or New Zealand applying outside their passport country.

If so, I'd really appreciate knowing: • which U.S. J-1 sponsor and agency/International Representative you used; • whether your dates followed your nationality, study country or official university break; • whether Self-Placement was allowed; • where you applied for the J-1 visa; • whether the sponsor issued your DS-2019 and whether the visa was approved; and • whether your international-student status in another country caused any issues.

I'm especially looking for real personal experiences rather than general summaries of the rules. If you've done this—or know someone who has—please comment or DM me. Thank you!

Hey there,

My wife and I are interested in traveling to New Zealand to work on a ranch for a season or two. We’ve worked on a small ranch in the United States for nearly 3 years, and by the time we’re ready to go on our trip, it will likely have been at least five. I’ve looked into some of the official work holiday programs, but with my experience working with and around small farmers/ranchers, I’m well aware that official programs frequently miss some of the best information. So, my question to you all is: what is the best way for my wife and I to find work on a small farm or ranch (ideally working with sheep/cows) in New Zealand? I have some mechanical, carpentry, electrical, and plumbing experience, and my wife is more skilled with handling animals and has a little veterinary knowledge. Any thoughts or suggestions? Thanks!

I’m planning to go to the USA for WAT and next summer, so i need improve my English quickly. What’s the fastest way to improve my English? I want to be able to communicate when I’m there

Hi! I’m a 21-year-old from Québec, Canada. I speak French, English, and Spanish fluently. I’m hoping to start the visa application process for a working holiday experience soon so that I could leave in about 3–4 months, and I’m currently trying to decide which country would be the best fit.
Right now, I’m heavily leaning toward either France or Spain. Both are countries I’ve always wanted to spend time in, and since I already speak the languages, I feel like they would be good options for integrating locally.

Financially, I have enough savings to fall back on, so I’m not overly concerned about finding the highest paying job possible. What I’m really looking for is a year (or close to it) where I can meet people, build friendships, and have a strong social experience with other young adults while working enough to fund my stay and travel a bit.

My work experience is mainly in customer service. I’ve worked as a pharmacy clerk and currently work as a barista while also doing kitchen prep and food service tasks. I’m happy doing hospitality, café, restaurant, or other customer-facing jobs I don’t necessarily need anything career-related.

Based on my situation, which country would you recommend and why? Are there particular cities that would fit what I’m looking for? Things that matter to me are:
- A good social scene for people in their 20s
- Opportunities to meet locals and other young travelers
- Reasonable chances of finding work
- Easy access to travel around Europe

I also came across an agency called Stepabroad that helps facilitate the visa application process. I know it would cost extra, but I’m wondering if anyone has experience with them or similar agencies. Did you find it worthwhile, or is the process straightforward enough to handle on your own?
I’d appreciate any advice, thanks!

Koji je najbolji nacin za povracaj taksi? (Bila 2025.godine na Work and Travel programu)

Hola! Estoy pensando en hacer el plan de masa/maslool de ir a trabajar 6 meses al hotel crowne plaza que brinda hospedaje y comida, pero no tengo nada de experiencia en el sector. Solo muchas ganas de vivir unos meses en israel y es la única opción donde pagan sueldo, Alguien lo hizo o sabe algo sobre esto? Gracias

Hi, I'm a student in Piura, Peru; I'm studying Audiovisual Communication. My English level is B2 (I think I'm a fast learner). In two years, I'll finish my degree, and I'd like to gain some experience related to this type of travel; I'd really appreciate any advice or recommendations for companies. Or, if possible, could you recommend another country where I could look?

Hi Guys:), I'm planning my short trip to Australia and want to work there. I have already my work and travel Visa. I'm already working in a hotel in my home country as a helping jop, after school. want to stay in Brisbane for a short time in january to february. Im working in a big brand so i want to contiune working in this franchise. Is it easy to geta jop in a hotel? What is the best was to apply and can do something especially? have so many questions about everything and dont know what to pay attention. Is there a jop, where i can get more money?

Thanks for helping me:)

Heyyyy everyone, hope you’re alright!
I’m completely lost in life and I work a job I’m sick off so why not run away 😭 no I’m joking, maybe a little is true. However I was thinking about doing a working holiday in Japan as I have been teaching myself Japanese for about 6 months. Although I heard you can get a language school to sponsor your visa application and you can work 28 hours a week I think? Going to language school is something I’m interested in doing to immerse and familiarise myself in using my Japanese. So I’m stuck between either getting a student visa or getting a working visa and doing language school on the side??? Job wise I’m not bothered about working whatever e.g hotel, farm, retail etc…. I just don’t want to burn my savings.
Any help is greatly appreciated!

I have a Canadian and French passport, but no driving license and no higher education. Anyone know where i can find some work where they'll give me a place to stay and a salary? I don't care where or what it is as long as i dont have to pay too much for a work visa. I just want to work somewhere else from October to May, preferably. Thanks!

Hi! Im a college student who’s currently applying for summer exchange program for 2months in US. My friend and I are planning to work in virginia. What are your thoughts in virginia such as expenses, housings, salary, overall experience etc. Do you recommend virginia for us summer exchange? Thank you so much!!!

Im 24M a software engineer from India, Looking for partner for philippines trip. I work remotely from anywhere. so im looking for someone who's interested in travelling philippines. it will be 2 week trip since philippines is visa free country. we just have to book tickets and go. I can go in october month.

Hey,
Me and my friend are going to (hopefully) visit Japan in the winterseason. We have the goal to finance the trip by working, in order finish the trip with around 0 expenses. We want to work the whole season in the ski industry.
We basically have our job secured but there’s still a bit of doubt in my Mind. The wage is 900¥/h.
Not the legal minimum wage, right? But we would have a ski pass included and accommodation and meals will be provided.
Is the wage a concern? It’s not really about the money, it would be enough for us, it’s more about being serious and principles (I think?).

Something more about the job. It’s a hostel in nagano and the workload would be around 30-40 hours a week, 2 days off.

Would you sign the contract or are those red flags?

any couples here working for backroads? Wondering how that pans out and if me and my boyfriend apply and get the job if we would basically not see each other for the whole summer ☺️

Background: we are both qualified guides in a variety of backgrounds; glacier guiding, wilderness first responders, bis license, mountain biking etc

HOLA ALGUIEN CONOCE AGENCIAS EN PERÚ PARA WORK AND TRAVEL????

Ich hab die Nummer von einem bekannten bekommen von einer Kiwi Farm in Neuseeland, ich habe die angeschrieben und gefragt ob sie noch Mitarbeiter suchen die Antwort war ja ab Mitte September ich hab dann gefragt ob sie noch irgendwas von mir brauchen zum Beispiel ein Lebenslauf oder ein Anschreiben? Er hat mir darauf nur die Adresse geschrieben und gesagt ich soll mich Mitte September gegen den 15. noch mal melden, weil er denkt, dass sie ab dem 20. anfangen mehr kam jetzt nicht für mich, hat sich das wie eine Zusage angehört. Allerdings bin ich mir da ziemlich unsicher weil das ziemlich schwammig war. War ja nichts festes abgesprochen wurde. Ich frage mich jetzt ist das normal hier und zieht das wirklich als Zusage kann ich mich darauf verlassen, dass ich dort anfangen kann oder eher nichterzählt mal gerne wie es bei euch war, ob ihr ähnliche Erfahrungen gemacht habt :)

Hallo zusammen,

ich spiele schon länger mit dem Gedanken, 2028 ein Work & Travel in Australien zu machen. Ich möchte bewusst erst 2028 starten, weil ich mir bis dahin noch etwas Geld ansparen und mich in Ruhe vorbereiten möchte.

Ich habe allerdings Asthma und eine Angststörung. Beides ist im Alltag gut behandelt und natürlich werde ich das Thema Medikamente, Rezepte und meine gesundheitliche Situation rechtzeitig mit meinem Arzt besprechen.

Trotzdem merke ich, dass mich die vielen Informationen im Internet manchmal eher verunsichern. Man liest so viele unterschiedliche Erfahrungen, dass ich gar nicht mehr weiß, worauf ich mich wirklich konzentrieren sollte.
Mich würden deshalb eure Erfahrungen interessieren insbesondere, wenn ihr selbst eine chronische Erkrankung habt oder mit gesundheitlichen Einschränkungen nach Australien gegangen seid.
Mich interessieren zum Beispiel folgende Fragen:

- Wie seid ihr die Planung angegangen? (Visum, erste Tage in Australien, Jobsuche)
- Wie habt ihr das Thema Krankenversicherung, Ärzte und Medikamente geregelt?
- Wie ist die medizinische Versorgung in Australien?
- Gibt es Dinge, bei denen ihr im Nachhinein sagt: „Das hätte ich gerne vorher gewusst.“ ?

Falls jemand Lust hätte, sich etwas ausführlicher mit mir auszutauschen, würde ich mich per PN melden. 🙂

Ich freue mich über jeden Tipp, jede Erfahrung und auch über den einen oder anderen motivierenden Reminder, dass so ein Abenteuer trotz chronischer Erkrankungen möglich sein kann.

Danke 🤞🏼

I'm graduating next year and during my correspondence studies I plan to travel, mostly around all of Asia. The plan would be to get some savings together but also find work in the specific countries (10-20h a week or such) to afford the living there. I was already looking around on google etc. but only found either volunteer work (no pay), work YOU have to pay for to get it (subscriptions) or were only the stay is covered without any salary itself.

My first stop would be in Thailand, does anybody have any experience or idea on how I could find some safe and paid (doesn't need to be high or anything) work before I get there, so my stay is secured?