J1 Hospitality Internship in USA by Global Educational Concepts (GEC)

J1 Internship Program by GEC USA

Konsultan Visa collaborates with Global Educational Concepts (GEC) to offer a Paid Hospitality Internship & Trainee Program in the USA. This program aims to provide international work experience and cultural exchange opportunities.


๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ“ Who Can Apply?

๐Ÿ”น J1 Intern

  • Currently enrolled student or graduated within 12 months from a post-secondary institution (Diploma, Associate, Bachelor, Master).
  • Minimum 6 months of hospitality work experience (hotel/restaurant).
  • Completed at least 6 months of full-time hospitality study.

๐Ÿ”น J1 Trainee

  • Graduated more than 12 months ago, and:

    • Have at least 1 year of work experience in a hotel (same position applied for), OR
    • Have 5 years of work experience in a hotel.

๐Ÿงพ Additional Requirements by Education Background

Education BackgroundRequired Hospitality Work Experience
Hospitality SMK/D1 GraduateMinimum 5 years
High School Graduate (SMA)Minimum 5 years
Hospitality D2 GraduateMinimum 1 year
Non-Hospitality S1/S2 GraduateMinimum 5 years

If you did not study hospitality, you must have at least 5 years of work experience in the same position applied for (hotel industry).


๐Ÿ“Œ General Requirements

  • Age: 18 โ€“ 35 years old
  • Good English skills (conversational)
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after the program ends

๐Ÿ’ผ Available Positions

  • Front Office
  • F&B Service
  • Culinary

โฑ Duration & Working Hours

  • Duration: 12 months (1 year)
  • Working Hours: Minimum 32 hours per week

๐Ÿ’ต Program Benefits

  • Salary: USD $12 โ€“ $20 per hour (+ tips/service charge)
  • Accommodation & Transportation: Provided according to company policy
  • Valuable Experience: Professional work and cultural exchange