J1 Hospitality Internship in USA by SPIRIT

🧾 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

J1 Interns

• Must be a current student or recent graduate (within 12 months) from:
  • Diploma (D1–D4)
  • S1 or S2 (University)
  • Offline study only

J1 Trainees

• Graduated more than 12 months ago AND:
  • Have 1+ year of work experience outside USA, or
  • Have 5+ years of work experience outside USA
• Must have 1–5 years of hotel experience in the same position you're applying for

Special Cases

• SMK/D1 Hospitality: 5+ years of experience (hotel/restaurant)
• SMA Graduates: 5+ years of experience (hotel/restaurant)
• D2 Hospitality: 1+ year of experience (hotel/restaurant)
• S1/S2 Non-Hospitality: 5+ years of experience (hotel/restaurant)

💡 If you didn’t study hospitality, you need 5 years of experience in the same role you're applying for.

✅ PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

• Age: 18–35 years old
• J1 Interns: At least 6 months of hospitality work experience
• J1 Trainees: 1–5 years of hotel experience (same position), or recent graduate (within last 5 years)
• Education: At least 6 months full-time study at hospitality college/university
• English: Good conversational skills
• Passport: Valid 6+ months beyond program end

💼 JOB & BENEFITS

• Working Hours: Minimum 32 hours/week
• Program Duration: 12 months
• Salary: USD $12–$20/hour + tips/service charge
• Housing/Transport: May be provided (depends on the company)
• Experience: Cultural exchange & professional development

Available Positions:

• Front Office
• F&B Service
• Culinary

⚠️ No advanced training roles available.
2nd-time J1 applicants must apply for a different position with experience.