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Host Employer FAQS

Find answers to your questions: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Host Employers Hiring J-1 Students through AWA Work and Travel Program

  1. What is a J-1 Visa and what does it allow the student to do? A J-1 Visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows foreign students to work and travel in the United States for a temporary period. It allows students to work for a maximum of four months and travel for up to 30 days before or after their employment period.

  2. How long can a J-1 student work for our company? J-1 students can work for a maximum of four months during their summer break.

  3. What are the requirements for hosting a J-1 student? Host employers must be registered with the U.S. Department of State's Exchange Visitor Program and must comply with all J-1 visa regulations.

  4. What are the responsibilities of the host employer? Host employers are responsible for providing a safe and secure work environment, training and supervising the J-1 student, and ensuring that the student is compensated fairly for their work.

  5. What is the role of the work and travel company in the J-1 program? AWA is responsible for screening and selecting qualified J-1 students, providing support to the students during their employment period, and ensuring that host employers comply with all J-1 visa regulations.

  6. Can we interview and choose the J-1 students we want to hire? Yes, host employers can interview and select the J-1 students they want to hire from a pool of qualified applicants provided by AWA.

  7. Will the J-1 students have proper work authorization and legal status to work in the United States? Yes, J-1 students will have the proper work authorization and legal status to work in the United States.

  8. What kind of jobs can J-1 students perform? J-1 students can perform a wide range of jobs as long as they are not considered hazardous or detrimental to their health and safety.

  9. Will the J-1 students have adequate English language skills to perform their job duties? J-1 students are required to have a minimum level of English proficiency to participate in the program. However, host employers should provide additional training and support to ensure that the students are able to effectively perform their job duties.

  10. How are J-1 student wages determined and what is the minimum wage requirement? J-1 student wages must meet the federal and state minimum wage requirements. The exact wage will be determined by the host employer based on the job duties and level of experience required.

  11. Are there any specific training requirements for J-1 students? Host employers are required to provide adequate training to J-1 students to ensure they can effectively perform their job duties.

  12. Who will provide supervision and training for J-1 students? Host employers are responsible for providing supervision and training for J-1 students.

  13. What is the process for resolving any issues that may arise during the J-1 student’s employment? The work and travel company will provide support and guidance to both the host employer and the J-1 student to resolve any issues that may arise during the student's employment period.

  14. Can J-1 students work overtime or on weekends and holidays? Yes, J-1 students can work overtime, on weekends, and holidays as long as they are compensated accordingly.

  15. Will the work and travel company provide assistance in case of emergency or if any issues arise with the J-1 student’s employment? Yes, the work and travel company will provide assistance to J-1 students and host employers in case of emergency or if any issues arise during the student's employment period.

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