The Process

Requiremnets

SORA Summer Work and Travel Program allows college and university students the opportunity of going to the United States to work in the hospitality industry and gain a better understanding of the American culture. Participants are issued a special work/travel visa allowing them the opportunity to work in the U.S. for up to 4 months during their school break.

Who is eligible for the program? 

  • Students currently enrolled on a full-time basis in a college or university
  • Between the ages of 18 and 30
  • Able to speak and understand conversational English
  •  Willing to work hard and possess a sense of adventure!

Duration: 4 months.     

 

Documents required:

  • SORA Contract
  • School Status Letter
  • Copy of your Resume
  • Two Passport size photos
  • School ID
  • Copy of your Passport
  • Transcript or Progress Report (Must be stamped by School)
  • Registration Fees payable to Bank of Nova Scotia ( contact the office for account number)

registration

 To be considered for participation in our Work and Travel program  download SORA-REGISTRATION-FORM

SORA requires that you submit your application with photo of yourself. This is the first introduction of yourself to SORA and to a prospective employer, so you will want to make sure your photo is impressive and professional.  You never get a second chance for a first impression.

Sample introductory topics:

  • State your name
  • What country you are from
  • If you are currently enrolled in University, state what degree you are pursuing and when you are going to graduate
  • If you have graduated from University state your degree, when you received your degree and if you are currently working, state where you are working and what position you hold with that company
  • State why you are interested in participating in an internship/training program in the U.S.
  • State the type of position you are interested in participating in
  • State when you are available to start the program and how long you would like to participate
  • State whether you have ever been to the United States and when and the purpose of your time here (previous J-1 program, here on vacation, studied here)
  • List your hobbies (what you like to do for fun)
  • State why you feel you would be a good candidate for this program and why you would make a good employee
  • Then tell a little bit about yourself – this is what is going to set you apart from other applicants! 

Remember, you want to show your personality here in a professional manner!

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