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Live like a real American by working as a bar tender in the summer of 2010!

Gain international work experience and make loads of new friends on BUNAC’s Work America programme. Take virtually any job, including bar work, anywhere in the USA for up to 4 months followed by an extra 30 days to travel around this awesome country.

Bar tending is just one of the possibilities open to you on this flexible programme. Your summer could be spent wrangling on a Colorado ranch, lifeguarding on a Californian beach or waitressing in a New York cafe. Find these exciting jobs and hundreds more by using BUNAC’s exclusive Work America Job Directory. Overseas summer internships are also possible if you’re looking for work related to your studies.

When the work is done, you could find yourself on the ultimate road trip taking in stunning scenery such as the Grand Canyon, Niagara Falls and Yellowstone; not forgetting the bright lights of world-class cities such as New York, Boston or Chicago.

Duration

Up to 12 months

Start Dates

Ongoing, year round

Costs / Benefits

Benefits:
- 12 month flexible visa – any work, anywhere
- Ski season, summer jobs and more
- CV-enhancing international work experience
- Group flights and social events
- Great travel opportunities
- In-country resource centres

Costs:
- Programme fee: £205
- Programme participation fee: £85
- Flights and insurance: dependent upon time of year and length / type of insurance.

Requirements

You should be a British passport holder aged 18-30 to be eligible to apply. If you have graduated within the last 12 months, you will be eligible for the student visa.