Jobs - On Work America, you have the flexibility to work in almost any area in any city in the States. Here are a few hints to help you start earning dollars once you have got your visa.

Work America Job Zone

Some Work America participants find work by simply handing out their CVs when they arrive in the U.S or by applying to job advertisements while in the U.K or in the USA. However, many use the listings in BUNAC’s Job Zone, which really takes the hard work out of the job hunting process!

Packed with all the info you need to find work and accommodation in America, it contains listings of employers that have recruited BUNACers for seasonal work in previous years and are keen to do the same this year. It also contains advice on how to put your CV together and tips from previous Work America participants about living and working in the USA.

BUNAC’s Job Zone gives you the chance to arrange your job and accommodation before you even leave for the airport - so all you have to do on arrival is prepare for the summer of a lifetime!

Internships

You’re not limited to seasonal jobs in America Davida from the BUNAC team found a great internship in the U.S. Check out her tips on how to secure your own work experience just remember it must be paid you cannot do any unpaid work or training.

Here is just a taster of what was available in 2011:

Tipping is part of American culture, meaning those in the service industry can supplement their income and earn a whole lot more than they would in the UK. Jade Steven, who worked in a Michigan fudge shop last summer and is returning to Work America this year, says “since Americans are big on tipping - I survived off my tips and never spent any of my wages!”

Do we arrange placements?

With over 48 years of experience, we believe in helping you find the job that is right for you based on YOUR personal skills and location preference. We don’t believe in guaranteeing job placements for our members as this can limit your opportunities and earning potential or restrict you to a particular town/city by pre-arranging a job that may not suit you and your experience. The vast majority of BUNAC members don’t have a problem in finding work each summer.

Case Studies

• Simon spent last summer working in a Martha’s Vineyard candy shop
• Louise worked as a lifeguard in Ocean City, Maryland in a country club in Illinois
• Joe spent his summer working in a New York Country Club!
• Leoni found an internship in Hollywood with a celebrity gossip site!

Check out our Work America video and see what Jamie and Magda did last summer!