work in america or canada 2009
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Presentation given by BUNAC to CDEC, 23rd February 2009TRANSCRIPT
Work in America or Canada with
BUNAC
• If not now…when?
• Something different
• Challenge and adventure
• More than a tourist
• Great on your CV
• Earning money
• Meet new people
Why are you here?
• Established since 1962
• Not-for-profit
• Ongoing support in UK & overseas
• Friendly and experienced staff
• Unique visas – J1 & Open Work
Authorisation
• Job Listings
• Flights & social events
The BUNAC Difference
Where BUNAC could take you
• Huge, diverse country• International cities vs. beautiful National Parks• Friendly, hospitable people• Experience a new America in 2009!
Why……America
…Canada• Breathtaking natural scenery• World-class snow sports opportunities• Cosmopolitan cities of Toronto, Montreal &
Vancouver
• Theme Parks / Water Parks
• Ranches
• Hotels / Country Clubs
• Resort Towns / Cities
• Office Agencies
• Retail
Working Abroad
• Vogue, New York City
• ITN News, Washington D.C.
• Warner Music Group, New
York City
• Merrill Lynch, New York City
• Washington Senate,
Washington D.C.
Internships & Work Placements
• 4 month flexible work visa
• Virtually any job, anywhere in
the USA
• 30 days extra to travel
• BUNAC’s Job Directory
Work America
• Waiter/Waitress• Sales Assistant• Office temp• Tattooist• Photographer
• Horseback guide• Hotel receptionist• Fudge maker• Boat crew• Lifeguard
Jobs you can’t do: Au pair, medical intern, camp counsellor, soccer/football coach
Work America
Jobs
You can use any method…..
• BUNAC’S free Job Directory• Internet• Job boards/newspapers• Friends and family• International companies (e.g.
Gap/Starbucks)• Contact company directly (e.g.
Disney/Sea World)
You can pre-arrange work and accommodation
Finding Work
• Employer housing• University dorms• Workmates and friends• Notice boards• Agencies• BUNAC
Remember: “Earlier is easier”
Accommodation
Work America Flight Package
BUNAC’s optional travel package includes:
• Return flight from London – New York on a major airline
• Flexible, transferable ticket for a fee of $75
• First nights accommodation at the HI-NY hostel in Manhattan
• BUNAC Money Wise Guidebook, BUNAC t- shirt and phone card
Just £449!
BUNAC Membership £ 5
Registration Fee £234
Insurance £138
Lifetime of Memories PRICELESS
Other costs payable to US Government:
Visa and Courier Fee: £101
SEVIS: £25
The Cost of an Amazing Summer
• Long-standing tradition in USA
• Students only
• Pre-arranged work placement
• Programme fee - £149 (includes
flights, food & accommodation)
• Full use of camp facilities
• Time to travel after camp
Alternatively… KAMP USA
• 12 month flexible working visa -
exclusive to BUNAC
• Work anywhere in Canada
• Change jobs or take more than one job
Work Canada
Work Canada JobsOn the slopes…• Resort guide• Ski lift operator• Housekeeping• Bar staff• Office work• Ski instructor• Mountain bike guide
In the city…• Office temps• Waiter/waitress• Retail• Bars/clubs• Festival staff• Restaurant staff• Hotel work
• BUNAC Job Listings• Internet• Walk-in• Friends/family• Use contacts
Arranging Work
• 80 – 90% of participants job hunt on arrival in Canada
• Work in childcare, health care or teaching requires a medical during the visa application
• What are your options?
• How do you find it?
• Tricky areas
Accommodation
Whistler 2010
BUNAC Membership £ 5
Registration Fee £200__________________________________________
Insurance (4 Month Policy) £155
BUNAC Group Flight from £475
Programme Participation Fee $150
(Payable to Canadian High Commission)
Work Canada Costs
Travel Opportunities
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Seattle
Grand Canyon
Denver
Chicago
MiamiNew Orleans
Washington DC
New York
Boston
The USA
Canada
a) Logon to www.bunac.org
b) Create a BUNAC account
c) Complete a simple online
application form
• Pick up a BUNAC brochure
• Fill out your attendance card!
• Apply online… it’s as easy as
a, b, c…
What next?