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How to Apply
Work America will be open for applications on 20th October 2008.
Step 1
The easiest and quickest way to apply is online. Alternatively, you can download and post your completed Work America Application Form to the BUNAC office.
Step 2
BUNAC confirms your place on the programme and sends you an Acceptance Pack which includes information regarding flights and insurance.
Step 3
Return your completed insurance booking form with payment along with SEVIS payment, participant agreement and proof of student status. Your DS-2019 (the official document which allows you to apply for the visa) will then be requested on your behalf and full information on how to apply for the J-1 visa will be sent to you. For more detailed information on the application process, please refer to the Work America Application Form.
Step 4
Once your visa has been issued you are ready to fly to America!
BUNAC recommends that all participants arrange a job before they leave the UK. It will give you peace of mind knowing you have work lined up and in which part of America. You also won’t have to wait too long for your first pay cheque! BUNAC’s Job Directory (available once you are registered on the programme) can help you in your job search and is an easy way to find casual summer work in the US.
Once you have found a job
You must ensure your employer notifies BUNAC of the details of your job. Ask them to complete and return the Employer Job Form (.pdf) to you, then complete the participant section on the form before returning it to BUNAC; after having taken a copy for yourself.
How much will it cost?
| Work America Programme Costs |
| Registration fee |
£259 (£215 for returning applicants) |
| Registration fee before January 31st 2009 |
£234 |
| BUNAC membership |
£5 |
| Insurance |
£138* |
| US Embassy visa processing fee |
£82* |
| US government SEVIS fee |
£23* |
| Support funds |
| With prearranged job |
$400 |
| Working in a commission-based job or job hunting on arrival |
$800 |
* These are 2008 costs and are subject to change.