Participants' Stories

Thanks to CCUSA I definitely had the best summer of my life. I met and worked with people from all over the world and made lots of new friends. The summer was a great experience for me!  Steffi, Germany

I had such a great time this summer! I made friends all over the world and an incredible work experience - Thank you CCUSA for making this possible for me!!  Sandra, Germany

My experience working in the USA through the CCUSA program is such a rewarding experience for me. I have been to the USA many times, but I never had a chance to work there before. With the help of the CCUSA program, I’ve had the opportunity to do so. Working in the USA is so much different than just visiting it. There are many things that I’ve learned from the trip. Working in the USA can teach you a lot of things about how to behave and interact with people. I’ve made many new friends and have had an awesome time during my work at Six Flags Great America, Chicago. It’s a theme park filled with great rides and wonderful people. The supervisor who trained me was a kind and caring person. She taught me everything I needed to know to do my job as a “Certified Operator” for one of their Roller Coasters. We have become close friends and have developed a long lasting relationship. I couldn’t have asked for more from this trip than this.  Ken, Thailand

Working and living in the one of the seven world wonders, Grand Canyon, have been two of my life’s greatest adventures. I was a dining room server in morning shifts and right after that I went to work for my second job as a cashier. Not only have I been to San Francisco, Las Vegas, New York, Maryland, Washington D.C., Portland, and Seattle, but also I have got a lot of new friends from the United States, Brazil, South Korea, and even my own country. I went with some of them to the south of Thailand to volunteer during the tsunami disaster. So far, I would like to thank you the CCUSA office in Bangkok for generously assisting me for the Work Experience USA program during my summer school vacation. As all my above experiences were truly rewarding for me, when WEUSA’s next year program arrived in Thailand, I immediately got the application form.  Charungsak, Thailand

I participated in the 2004 program at Grand Canyon National Park as hotel dining room busser. It is my great opportunity to join the program with hundred of friends from Thailand and other countries. I did not get only a work experience but also lots of fun. Thanks CCUSA for giving me a great job and great time in the US. It makes my school breaks so wonderful ever since. It is really unforgettable experience for everyone.  Kendy, Thailand

It was a fun and useful experience for the future.  Zsuzsanna, Hungary

It was a very good possibility to spend a summer in the USA and meet and know a lot of interesting people.  Katalin, Hungary

It was a great summer. And now I speak English fluently.  Dorottya, Hungary

In my experience with various agencies that provide J-1 Visa students, I think that CCUSA, by far has the best program. The applicants at the job fairs are very well screened and well-versed in the information about Dorney Park prior to attending the interview. Once I hire the applicants, CCUSA has an excellent follow-through program for employers. I like the constant updates on the status of the students' arrivals. I always know when they are going to arrive. CCUSA keeps you updated on all the Immigration requirements as well. They also care about the students, making sure that they are adequately prepared for their summer experience in the US.  Ann S. Jones, Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom - Director of Human Resources

Grand Canyon South Rim has worked with the J-1 Work and Travel program for several years and find the participants to be well screened and willing workers. I highly recommend participating in the job fairs as that is the best way to select your own employees and answer their questions.   Sandra Miller, Grand Canyon South Rim

CCUSA really understands what “cultural exchange” is all about. The Program Coordinators at CCUSA are service oriented individuals dedicated to ensuring that all parties involved in the work and travel process enjoy the experience– participants and employers receive maximum benefit. CCUSA job fairs allow employers the opportunity to meet students face to face in their home countries. By meeting students in their homeland, an employer can gain a better appreciation and understanding of the participant ’s culture. CCUSA - Great organization – great people – offering employers and participants a great opportunity!  Amanda Royer, Cedar Point

We've worked with a number of agencies over the years, and none compare to CCUSA. Their commitment to service is unparalleled. And, I truly feel that we are more than just a client? we're a friend.  Ryan A. Bond, Valleyfair Park - Operations Division