J-1 SWT Visa • Seasonal College Cultural Exchange

BridgeUSA Summer Work Travel (SWT)

Experience American culture firsthand by living and working in seasonal resort destinations, luxury lodges, and amusement parks during your official Philippine college summer vacation.

Duration: 3 to 4 Months (March–June or May–August) Compensation: $12.00 – $18.00 / hour + tips Target: Actively Enrolled College & University Students (1st–3rd Year)

Program Overview & Learning Objectives

Combines seasonal work with cultural exchange, giving students practical independence and the opportunity to travel nationwide during their 30-day grace period.

Summer Vacation Window

Carefully aligned with Philippine university summer breaks so you return before classes resume.

Resort & Park Hosts

Positions available in Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Lake Tahoe, Florida beaches, and major theme parks.

Cultural Immersion

Make lifelong friendships with American peers and international exchange students from 200 countries.

Travel Grace Period

Enjoy up to 30 days of nationwide travel across the USA upon completing work commitments.

Application & Eligibility Guidelines

✓Must be 18 to 35 years of age (typically 18 to 28 for Philippine university students).
✓Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university in the Philippines.
✓Must have completed at least one semester of tertiary study prior to departure.
✓Must return to the Philippines in time for the opening of the subsequent academic term.

Fast-Track Intake

Apply for BridgeUSA Summer Work Travel (SWT)

Our Manila advisors will contact you within 24 business hours.

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2F University Center Bldg, 1985 C.M. Recto Ave, Manila

Hotline: (02) 8559 8213 | 0917 522 8213