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6 signs the graduate visa might be the American visa for you
USIT Staff
Apr 20
Want a career defining year in the States? It's a sign.
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Ireland’s leading work abroad and summer J1 experts, we take the hard work out of living and working in the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
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Work abroad minus the job hustle, pre-arrange your J1 summer job, working holiday job or USA internship placement on our USIT Job Hub.
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From visa processing and sponsorship paperwork to overseas bank account set-up, we include everything you need to work and travel abroad.
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Secure your trip with our lifetime low deposit. And if you change your mind, you can move it over to another program – no awkward questions asked.
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Founded in 1950-something 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.
USA this way
All class of '23 grads
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. You must enter the USA within 12 months of your grad cert. So, if you have a Dec grad cert date, you must book by 3 Oct to give yourself enough time to get through the application process.
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J1 USA '25 is open
Need some convincing that a USIT J1 will be the best thing you do next year? We hit the streets (and beaches) of Chicago and The Hamptons to talk to our class of '24 J1-ers on what they loved about their summer. Warning: this video may cause serious travel envy. Coming soon - hiring for J1 jobs will open in October! Book now to get ready.
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Canada winter hiring is open!
Parents, you may want to look away now... "Just quit your job and do it!" Meet Conor, fresh from the slopes working at Cypress Mountain. The good news is, we can help you find a new job in Canada! (Parents - back in the room). Video interviews for 4-6 month winter and ski jobs are taking place between now and August with positions going fast, so get your skates on.
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Fast track your career working in the USA
If you’re a student, grad or professional – we have three program options to help you advance your career with international work experience in the States.
If you’re a student, grad or professional – we have three program options to help you advance your career with international work experience in the States.READ MORE
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Need to get the heck out of dodge?
We can usually get your Australia working holiday visa issued in a week! Plus, set you up with the bank account and tax stuff you need to start working ASAP. Beachy.
We can usually get your Australia working holiday visa issued in a week! Plus, set you up with the bank account and tax stuff you need to start working ASAP. Beachy. FIND OUT MORE
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Book Camp USA 2025 now + $200 extra pocket money!
New for 2025, we've increased our first-timer camp salary to USD $2,200 for the summer! Plus, with meals and accommodation included at camp - it's the ultimate way to fund your summer in America next year. We'll wait for your call...
New for 2025, we've increased our first-timer camp salary to USD $2,200 for the summer! Plus, with meals and accommodation included at camp - it's the ultimate way to fund your summer in America next year. We'll wait for your call... FIND OUT MORE
Keep it in the family
€400 loyalty off Grad USA for J1 and Camp USA alumni
Has a USIT J1 or summer at camp turned you into an Americanophile? Due to graduate and wondering what's next? If you've travelled with us on a J1 or Camp USA, get €400 loyalty discount off our 1-year Grad USA program. T&Cs apply, can't be used with another offer.
Has a USIT J1 or summer at camp turned you into an Americanophile? Due to graduate and wondering what's next? If you've travelled with us on a J1 or Camp USA, get €400 loyalty discount off our 1-year Grad USA program. T&Cs apply, can't be used with another offer. ABOUT GRAD USA
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J1 USA | Everything you need to know
Virtual travel talk | 9 Oct @ 17:30 GMT
Net lag is real! Why spend hours online finding out about J1, when you can get all the inside intel in one go from our J1 team? Your summer J1 ride or die, we'll tell you everything you need to know - including where you can go, what jobs you can do, and when you need to apply. Sign up now for our free travel talk.
Work Canada | Everything you need to know
Virtual travel talk | 16 Oct @ 17:30 GMT
Looking for a fresh start? The most liveable cities and the coolest ski resorts, Canada is the ultimate working holiday visa. Join our Canada Crew for all the intel on who can go, when you need to apply, and what types of jobs you can do. Plus, that age old question - summer or winter in Canada? (Both being the correct answer!).
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