The Spirit team loves to visit our Summer Work Travel participants and Host Employers! This summer, we made a few visits to Wisconsin – our lively neighbor to the North!... read more →
International travel is a rewarding experience, but it also comes with its challenges—especially during a global pandemic. Summer Work Travel participants really had to go the extra mile to make... read more →
Every year, Spirit Cultural Exchange sponsors thousands of international university students who are on their break between academic years as they work in popular tourist destinations across the United States.... read more →
Updated April 1, 2021 Here at Spirit, we're getting excited for 2021 Summer Work Travel Program, and our participants from around the world are just as eager to embark on... read more →
Last January, Spirit alumni Musab C. from Turkey sat down with U.S. Consulate Istanbul staff to be interviewed for their “Cool States” video series. This series aims to teach students... read more →
We recently reached out to Eray Z., a J-1 Work and Travel in the USA participant from Turkey, who participated in Spirit’s program last summer. Due to the pandemic, Eray... read more →
Presenting BridgeUSA: Connecting Global Leaders, Creating Lasting Impact From global exposure and mastering a new language, to building self-confidence and preparing for university life, the benefits of exchange programs are... read more →
COVID-19 and J-1 Exchanges Updated September 21, 2021 Spirit is now accepting applications for its 2021 programs, including our Work Travel, Intern and Trainee Programs in the United States. Spirit... read more →
On February 11, Spirit Representatives Cathriona and Katherine met 25 participants at Knuckleheads for some pizza and bowling! Some of the participants had never bowled before, but everyone caught on... read more →
Recently, Spirit Representative Jessica met participants at Sarabeth’s Kitchen for brunch and a cultural activity. Spirit treated the nine participants to a meal and shared in conversations about Key West... read more →