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Work, travel and intern the world

Founded in 1959, we're Ireland’s leading work abroad, J1 and grad visa experts. From college to career – earn, learn and explore in the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

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100s of J1 jobs in Santa Monica, Cape Cod, Myrtle Beach + more – with more dropping soon! Apply now

Why do it with USIT

Peace of mind jobs

Work abroad minus the job hustle. Secure your J1 summer job, camp placement and working holiday job with us before you go.

All the admin

From visa support to overseas bank account and tax number set-up, we help to sort all the nerdy stuff you need to work the world.

No drama deposits

Book with our lifetime low deposit and if you change your mind, move to another program – no awkward questions asked.

Work and travel experts

Over 1 million happy travellers

Founded in 1959 in the halls of Trinity College and UCD, our student forefathers knew one thing. That the way to explore and experience more – was to earn while you did it. We’ve been creating life-shaping work and travel experiences ever since. Whether you want to fund your summer in the US at camp or on a J1, bankroll your gap year with a working holiday, or use your degree to get ahead on a professional internship – USIT opens up a world of opportunities.

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100s of J1 jobs up for grabs

Our J1 Job Hub opened on the 04 Nov to record demand for hotspot jobs! (Apologies for the small site crash – you guys were on it faster than a green parka at an Oasis ballot).

All our Dublin hiring fair interview slots have now gone, but don’t worry. If you were on our early bird priority list (closed on 02 Nov) – you’ll be at the front of the queue when more Chicago and San Diego jobs open up. We still have 100s of jobs on our Job Hub in amazing locations – including Nantucket, Myrtle Beach, Santa Monica, Cape Cod + more. With more interviews for NYC, Boston and further locations dropping soon.

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Kickstart your career

Get ahead with Grad USA

Final year student or just graduated and wondering what's next? The bridge between college and your career – put your CV on the map with our 1-year Grad USA program. Turn your academic achievements into professional work experience, learn from leaders in your field, and live in America for up to a year.
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Jobs our J1-ers landed last summer...

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Matinecock, New York

Server Assistant

May-Aug

USD $14/hour

Free housing, meals on shift, golf + tennis

Best of both! Under two hours from Manhattan (pictured) for your days off, work at this country club on Long Island with free staff accommodation.

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Boston, Massachusetts

Ice Cream Scooper

May-Sep

USD $15/hour

50% off all in-store items

So cool our teeth hurt. Spend your summer working for this legen-dairy (sorry not sorry) international chain of ice cream stores in historic Boston.

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Chicago, Illinois

Cook/Cashier

May-Sep

USD $16.20/hour

Free meals on shift

Summer on the lake. Work on Chicago's famous Navy Pier at this all-American burger, chicken and hot dog jaunt. Did we mention the free meals?

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San Diego, California

Activities Coordinator

May-Sep

USD $17/hour

Discounted attraction tickets in San Diego

Spend the summer working for this award-winning San Diego entertainment company - helping with festivals, events, team building, camps and more.

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Montauk, Long Island

Cashier

May-Sep

USD $16/hour

Free meal on shift + grocery discounts

Spend your J1 amongst the surf beaches and seafood restaurants of Long Island, working for Montauk's primary health food store and café.

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Chicago, Illinois

Server Assistant

May-Sep

USD $11.02/hour + tips

Staff meals on shift + restaurant discounts

Owning popular bars and restaurants across the city, spend your summer working for this iconic hospitality group in the J1 hotspot of Chicago.

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Chicago, Illinois

Server

May-Sep

USD $11.02/hour + tips

Discounted staff meals + drinks

Located on Chicago's iconic Navy Pier on the shores of Lake Michigan, spend your summer J1 working at this renowned chef's restaurant.

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Newport, Rhode Island

Ice Cream Scooper

May-Aug

USD $14/hour

Free ice cream (yay)!

Spend your summer in the yacht-filled paradise of Newport working for this legen-dairy (sorry not sorry) international chain of ice cream stores.
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Why book with USIT

Flexible payments and conditions

Secure your place on our programs with a lifetime low deposit, giving you time to save. And if you change your mind, we can move your deposit over to a new program – no awkward questions asked. T&Cs apply.

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Trainee USA | Everything you need to know

Virtual travel talk | 11 Nov @ 17:30-18:30
Fast track your career with a 1-18 month professional traineeship in the US. If you're a graduate with one year’s work experience or a non-graduate with five years’ work experience, this talk is for you. Grow your skillset, learn from leaders, and accelerate your way up the career ladder.
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Work Canada | Everything you need to know

Virtual travel talk | 17 Nov @ 08:30-09:00
The most liveable cities and the coolest outdoor playgrounds, Canada is the ultimate working holiday. Dial in for all the info on Canada '27 – when to apply to the visa pool, how to get hired for our summer or ski season jobs, what you can earn + more.
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BUNAC Summer Camp USA 2027 | Everything you need to know

Virtual travel talk | 18 Nov @ 17:00-18:00
Spend your summer living, working and having the time of your life as a Camp Counsellor in America. Run by our sibling camp brand, BUNAC, our Camp Crew will go over who can go, when to apply, how to get hired, plus answer all your campfire burning questions.
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J1 USA 2027 | Everything you need to know

Virtual travel talk | 18 Nov @ 17:00-17:30 GMT
Your J1 USA ride or die, in this online travel talk our J1 team will give you all the intel on living and working in the States on your J1 visa – including where you can go, what jobs we can sort for you, and when you need to apply to secure your spot this summer.
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BUNAC Summer Camp USA 2027 | Everything you need to know

Virtual travel talk | 16 Dec @ 17:00-18:00
Spend your summer living, working and having the time of your life as a Camp Counsellor in America. Run by our sibling camp brand, BUNAC, our Camp Crew will go over who can go, when to apply, how to get hired, plus answer all your campfire burning questions.
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SOLD OUT | Chicago + San Diego hiring event

20 + 21 Jan '27 | Gresham Hotel, Dublin
If you were on our early bird priority list (closed on 02 Nov) – you’ll be at the front of the queue when more Chicago and San Diego jobs open up. The USIT team will be in touch, so please keep an eye on your account.
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BUNAC Camp hiring fair | Dublin

28 Jan '27 @ 10:00-15:00 | Camden Court Hotel, Dublin
Our BUNAC x USIT camp world tour is back in Dublin. Meet Camp Directors face-to-face, interview with multiple camps to find your fit, and (everything crossed) walk away with a camp job on the day. More on the camps attending coming soon. Sign up below.
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Unlock 10% off Contiki when you book with BUNAC

Looking for a little pre or post trip action? We've teamed up with Contiki to bring you the ultimate work and travel dream team. Check your online account to access your 10% off code to use before you head to camp.

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Our team have all worked the world, so are here for expert advice on where you can go, what you can do, and how you can earn money/enhance your career/have a blast (all of the above).
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