4 month Programme

Where can I work?

You may choose to wait tables or stage plays, apply your marketing skills or business theory or simply spend a summer working in a country pub. Each of these experiences will enhance your resume in different ways but all will give you an international perspective, and you will be immersed in another lifestyle and culture. The most important thing to remember is that while you are on the program, and your authorization is valid, you are entitled to apply for a job in any profession, as serious you like, or as laid back as you might prefer! The rest is up to you!
The 4 month program allows you to work in Ireland for a short period of time such as summer or winter time, finding easy employment in seasonal work such as bartender, retail staff or even finding work in country hostels or pubs!!! You never know, you may spend your summer working in a hotel on the famous Aran Islands!

6 week minimum processing period

This is based on the understanding that you will send the documents listed above in within one week to USIT Work and Travel Ireland. We need your complete application documents 6 weeks before you depart.

In the event that your application falls just under the six week period, please notify us of your request for an expedited application at wii@usit.ie before applying. We do not guarantee a quicker process but we will do our best to help you out.

Who can apply?

You must be the following to qualify for the program...

• A full-time university student from an accredited college or university in the United States studying for a Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 years duration or post graduate qualification. If you are graduating, or have graduated, you are eligible to participate up to 6 months from graduation.
• At least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• A U.S. citizen.

How do I apply?

Simply complete the application form online.

Once you have done this, and made your credit card payment, you will receive an email confirming your receipt of your initial application.
You will then be required to send a range of supporting documents in order to complete the application process.

• Copy of your confirmation email with your Booking Reference.
• First proof of identity; which can be either of the following documents: (a or b).
  a) A clear photocopy of the personal details (photograph) page of your passport (if your passport is currently valid)
  OR
  b) Proof of identity document (e.g. Drivers license) - must contain your name and photograph
• Second proof of Identity document containing your name and photograph (e.g. copy of student ID/International Student Identity Card - ISIC)
• Proof of student status: (a, b or c).
  a) Official school transcript clearly indicating full time status in University for the 2007/2008 academic year, course/degree duration and your current year in that degree/ course
  OR
  b) A letter from the office of the Registrar clearly indicating full time status for 2007/2008, the degree/ course duration and your current year in that degree/course.
  OR
  c) Official stamped declaration from University/College confirming the date you graduated.
• 2 passport photo's (2 x 2 inch in size)
• Should you decide to purchase an alternative Insurance policy, (other than the insurance policy offered by USIT Work and Travel ) an Insurance indemnity form which you can get from the website and proof of your alternative insurance policy.

You must be the following to qualify for the program

• A full-time university student from an accredited college or university in the United States studying for a Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 years duration or post graduate qualification. If you are graduating, or have graduated, you are eligible to participate up to 6 months from graduation.
• At least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• A U.S. citizen.

Insurance

An insurance policy is mandatory for all participants on the program. Insurance can be booked through the Work in Ireland Program at time of application and the costs are as follows:

For example, if your travel dates were March 14th until April 12th that is 30 days altogether so you would purchase one month of insurance. You must always include your end date when calculating your time. If your travel dates were March 14th until April 13th that is 31 days so you would need to purchase two months of insurance. Please ensure you have adequately purchased enough insurance for your entire stay in Ireland including your departure date

Your work authorization will entitle you to remain in Ireland for 4 months in total. Please be aware that you are required to have insurance for the full duration of your time abroad including travel time after your visa ends.

Should you wish to purchase alternative insurance, you must submit an insurance indemnity form at the time of application along with an administration fee of $30.