5 Reasons to Consider the J1 Us Camp Counselor Program

Many of you have asked for more information about the J1 US Camp Counselor Program and why International students should consider that program- so we would offer you 5 Reasons to Consider the J1 US Camp Counselor Program.

1. Great Jobs for Security This visa program is a great program for participants because camp offer great jobs for security. In an environment where the US economy is depressed, camps must maintain minimum staffing levels and are less likely to over staff their camps.

   Front line staffing positions at many US companies are being rolled back and there are far more Americans in the market (an increase from 6 to 8% in the last 3 months), this increase in available workers means that locating and keeping front-line positions is going to be more difficult. A recent notice from the US Department of State is asking sponsor agencies to ensure that international agents and participants are prepared for this increasingly competitive environment.

2. Income, pay is very stable The Camp Counselor program is a great program for students in through economic times because the income, pay is stable. Camp jobs almost always come with a set salary for the contract period which ensures that your participants can figure out what they will actually earn with no concerns for hours, overtime, or layoff. The one downside to most camp counselor programs is that there is generally not a lot of time for a second job. Most camp positions require longer hours during the contract days so finding times to take a second position as you are too busy.
3. No need to get housing, apartments for rent With the J1 US Camp Counselor program you will typically live/work on the camp site itself so you will not have to find/maintain a housing, apartment for rent. This saves you time and money when you are arranging your travel and reduces costs.
4. Free Food, Meals With this program your will typically receive free food, meals, etc. This saves you significant time and money!
5. Not Just About Students With the J1 US Camp Counselor program no just about students; the program is open to a wide array of participants without the requirement that they be students in a post-secondary program – this opens up the opportunity for you to expand your marketing efforts. Of course you can still be a student on the program.

General Questions about the Exchange Visitor Program (J-1 Visa Program)

What is the purpose of the Exchange Visitor Program (J-1 visa program)?
The Exchange Visitor Program is carried out pursuant to the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961, as amended.  Its purpose is to foster mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries through educational and cultural exchanges.  All exchanges visitors are expected to return to their home country upon completion of their program in order to share their exchange experiences with people in their home country.

Are there regulations which govern the Exchange Visitor Program (J-1 visa program)?
Yes, the regulations are set forth at 22 Code of Federal Register (CFR) Part 62. The regulations implement the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961, as amended, Public Law 87-256, 22 U.S.C. 2451, et seq. (1988).  Please note we are revising the governing regulations. The regulations, and related Federal Register Notices updating the regulations, can be viewed from our web site at federal register publications link under E-Resources.

The consolidated Exchange Visitor Program regulations can be viewed from E-Resources at the link above.

What is the role and responsibility of the State Department’s Office of Private Sector Exchange?
The State Department’s Office of Private Sector Exchange in the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs is responsible for designating and monitoring eligible U.S. government, academic and private sector entities to administer their own exchange visitor programs in order to further promote international exchanges and the U.S. government’s public diplomacy efforts.

How can I contact the State Department’s Office of Private Sector Exchange?
Staff member’s names and areas of responsibility are provided on our web site.  In addition, you may contact the Office via its general inquiries e-mail address: jvisas@state.gov.   This mailbox is monitored on a daily basis and Office staff try to reply to inquiries within one to two business days of receipt of an e-mail inquiry.

Find More at http://exchanges.state.gov/jexchanges/faq.html