PLEASE NOTE: Due to restrictions set by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, CCI is not seeking new partners for the H2B program. (April 2008)

H2B Program Information for Sending Partners

What Types of Jobs Can Participants Choose From?

The H2B visa is designed to help seasonal US employers to fill their temporary work need. Most of the jobs that are available are within the hospitality industry, i.e. Housekeepers, Landscape Workers, Cashiers, Dining Room Attendants, Fast Food Workers, Hotel Desk Clerks, Laundry Attendants, Dishwashers, Lifeguards, Parking Attendants, Ticket takers, Ride Operators, Waiters, Ski Lift Operators, Seafood Processors, etc. The jobs typically last between 4-10 months with a minimum of 30 hours of work per week. CCI and our cooperating overseas sending partners do our best to fit you with the right employer! It is important to note that the participant must work exclusively for their visa sponsoring employer.

Where Will Participants Live?

CCI asks that our H2B employers either provide or source affordable housing options to their participants. There are various types of housing possibilities. Participants could be living in houses, apartments, university style dormitories, etc. The housing should cost the participant no more than 30% of their anticipated monthly income. Usually international workers will live together which creates a lively environment and creates the opportunity to make new friends!

What Costs Will the Participant Have to Absorb?

H2B international participants should expect to pay the program fees as determined by the average rate of the program in their country of origin. They are responsible for the airfare to the US, domestic travel, deposit fee and rent for the first month, food. It is recommended that H2B participants have at least $600 in traveler’s checks to cover the initial expenses that could arise upon arrival in the US (before the first paycheck is issued).

CCI’s Commitment to You!

CCI and its overseas sending partners insure that the participants’ are placed with the right employer. The CCI H2B program provides 24 hour assistance to H2B participants in case of an emergency. CCI H2B participants are guaranteed a position with a fair employer who pays at least the Prevailing Wage for the position. The H2B participant will work at least a 30 hour week and will have either housing or housing leads before their arrival to the United States. CCI is committed to the success of the H2B program for both the employer and the participant!

What Is Required of a Participant?

Must be 18-35 years old
Willing to work in an entry-level position with Prevailing Wage pay
Able to exhibit an intermediate level of English proficiency
True interest in learning about American culture

PLEASE NOTE: Due to restrictions set by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, CCI is not seeking new partners for the H2B program. (April 2008)

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