Student get paid = $8.00 - $9.00 per hour

Introduction

Alpine provides unique opportunities for students
and professionals seeking specialised training and
experience in the field of hospitality management in USA.

Designed specifically for college students and recent
graduates pursuing a career in the hospitality industry,
this programme provides the practical learning skills and

education certification necessary to help you succeed
in the hospitality industry.

Interns will be placed in some of the most beautiful and
most prestigious vacation resorts and country clubs in
the world and will be working side-by-side with other

trainees from all over he world.

Placement Details

The Internship in Hospitality in the United States like
any other programme is a dual programme which also
encourages cross-cultural exchange. The hospitality
industry presents an ideal forum for international
understanding as it breaks down social barriers by
hosting Cultural Representatives and guests in an
environment that promotes peace and friendships.
The sharing of the rich cultural traditions and heritage
from your homeland is an integral component of this
programme.

Job Locations:

Alpine arranges cultural exchange and training programs
around the UnitedStates. Below are a few of the many
resorts/hotels where trainees have the opportunity to
complete their practical training experience.

Florida: Marco Island, Naples, Key West, Sandestin, Miami and Captiva Island.

South Carolina: Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head

If no positions are available in a requested area applicants
may start earlier in a different area and then possibly transfer
to another area at the end of that season. For example, if an
applicant wants to go to an area that pays an hourly rate but no

positions are available they may start in a location that pays
a stipend and then transfer at the end of the season in that area.

Positions:

Trainee positions are available in the following disciplines:

• Food service

• Front office

• Retail

• Housekeeping supervisor/rooms division

• Resort activities

• Culinary

• Hospitality accounting/administration

Pay:

The rate of pay and the stipend varies, depending on the
location and position that the trainee will be assigned.

For trainee positions in Florida the average rate of pay is
$8.00 - $9.00 per hour. If the position is a tipped position
then tipped hourly wages will apply.

For some positions there is monthly stipend of US$ 400 paid
to the interns.

Accommodation

All trainees participating in the Alpine hospitality
internship programme will be assisted with accommodation.

Trainees are provided with a Housing Assistance Program.
Housing costs vary from host property to host property.
The average cost of housing and utilities is $350 - $400 per month.

What is included in the fee

• Development of a custom designed internship to meet your
individual requirements.

• A Training Plan for the entire duration of the internship.

• Internship placement services including supply of essential
visa nomination approval documents.

• Supply of an internship contract to define the terms and
conditions for the placement.

• Assistance with the visa process.

• Preparation and orientation package prior to departure.

• Certificate at successful completion of the internship.

What is not included in the fee

• Flight and travel

• Insurance: Health and travel insurance needs to be
purchased before you go for your visa interview. This has to
be purchased through Global Choices at an extra cost. We
do not encourage candidates to arrange for insurance

themselves as the insurance policy needs to comply
with the State Department terms and conditions.
Click here for information on travel insurance.

• SEVIS FEE for the visa.

• Any relevant visa fees for visa processing.

Eligibility

In order to be considered for a J1 intern visa, candidates must:

• Be post-secondary students currently studying outside
of the United States or university graduates who have been
out of school for no more than 12 months. This programme can
be repeated as long as you maintain student status or begin the
internship within 12 months of graduation. Internships must be

related to your field of study;

• Be between the ages of 22-35;

• Thoroughly complete the application packet and send supporting
documents;

• Submit a recognised English language test score (i.e. TOEFL,
Cambridge, etc.), an evaluation letter from a certified English
instructor and/or any certification indicating intermediate to
advanced level of English language ability. 550 TOEFL equivalent
required for Paid Internship option (not applicable to native
speakers of English);

• Submit proof of university attendance or a diploma;

Required Documents

With the completed application form, the candidate needs to
make sure he/she attaches the following documents:

• CV

• Cover letter

• Copies of degree or diploma if they list any related education.

• Reference letters to support at least 2 years of experience
if they do not have the 2 years of related education.

• Copy of valid passport

• Copy of any visas previously held for the USA.

If you are a student applying for a 4 month internship you will
also need to submit a letter from your school or documentation
showing you are a current student and will be on break from
school then returning to studies after your 4 months in the US. Only

current students may apply for a 4 month program.