OVC is proud to be working hand in hand with our local and international partners to offer young South Africans the opportunity to work in the USA for 1 year on a hospitality internship program at leading resorts and hotels throughout the USA.
Now is the time to gather valuable international work experience in the field of Culinary, F&B and Rooms Division positions. The program training plans are put together on a rotational basis during the 12 months, so you will work within different departments and roles throughout the resorts to gain as much knowledge and experience in your field. On your return to South Africa, you would be able to include this international work experience and continue to climb the ladder within the industry locally!
Program Objectives:
- Practical hands-on training in your field of study or work experience
- Cultural Exchange – to learn about America and to share your SA culture with America
- Learn the American hospitality industry from a 4 or 5* resort and hotel in the USA and bring this knowledge back to SA
- 12 Month placement only – you will return to SA prior the end of 12 months
- Earn money to pay back your program fee while working!
Requirements
1. Must be a current full-time student at a post-secondary ministerially recognized institute outside the USA
OR
2. Must have completed studies and if no valid work experience must enter the US within 12 months of last exam date
OR
3. If graduated more then 12 months ago then the applicant must have a qualification with at least 12 months work experience in their field of study
OR
4. Have at least 5 years of work experience outside the United States in a specific occupation
IN ADDITION
- 19-35 years
- Proficient in English
- We accept SA and Namibian passport holders (Other foreign passport holders will be considered on a case by case scenario
- Finances available to pay for the program costs listed below
- Good budgeting skills
- Hard working, efficient, committed to a 12-month placement
* Only vaccinated travelers will be allowed to apply for a J1 Visa to partake in the Hospitality program. (Recognized Vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson)