Local Representatives

The Local Representative (“LR”) plays an important role in the Work & Travel USA program. A Local Representative’s primary responsibilities are to introduce local seasonal employers to the benefits of the Work & Travel USA program and to ensure that international student participants in their area have opportunities to engage in cultural activities or events outside of work. Local Representatives are independent contractors who work from home part-time on a commission basis to promote the program, generate new leads and provide basic follow up with seasonal employers in their regions. During the seasons when international students are in country, Local Representatives will identify, plan, initialize and organize local cultural events and other activities that provide students with exposure to American society, culture and values.

Local Representatives are self-starters who are great at making connections and enjoy acting as a resource for clients and students. Local Representatives use their knowledge of the local business community and superior communication skills to recruit area businesses who would like to hire and host international student employees during their busy seasons. Additionally, Local Representatives will use their community knowledge to collect information on local events, offerings and resources as well as plan events for international students during their work program participation. Local Representatives will report to Regional Managers and may also work closely with other staff in our New York City headquarters. Local Representatives will not be responsible for monitoring or orienting or counseling participants, or any other roles already assumed by InterExchange.

Position Requirements:

  • Become conversant in how the program can benefit seasonal employers
  • Establish and elevate the brand profile of InterExchange Work & Travel USA in the local area
  • Follow up on employer leads provided and/or approved by New York office to locate seasonal staffing positions
  • Sell program to local seasonal employers using a personalized approach
  • Work with Regional Managers to screen and vet interested employers
  • Network and establish relationships with local business organizations (Chambers of Commerce, Rotary Clubs, etc.)
  • Organize and lead cultural activities and excursions with aid from the Regional Managers and key staff in the New York City headquarters
  • Assist with student monitoring during program months by performing periodic site visits as deemed necessary by InterExchange
  • Evaluate and report living/working conditions of specified participants in your region

Local Representatives will:

  • Have an enthusiasm and interest for international cultural exchange programs
  • Maintain a strong sense of professional ethics and standards, as well as personal integrity
  • Possess superb verbal and written communication skills
  • Show exceptional follow-through initiative and dependability
  • Be inquisitive and resourceful with strong internet research skills
  • Have a flexible schedule (must be able to meet local employers at their convenience)
  • Be a good driver with a car and comprehensive automobile insurance coverage, although you will not be responsible for transporting students
  • Be highly organized, resourceful, connected to your community and have experience working with students and young adults
  • Pass a background check

Organization Profile
InterExchange is a private, nonprofit organization with more than 40 years of experience in international cultural exchange. We are dedicated to promoting international understanding through development and implementation of affordable intercultural and life experiential work and training opportunities. By participating in our programs both in the U.S. and abroad, tens of thousands of young people have gained insight into other cultures. InterExchange is designated by the U.S. Department of State to sponsor several J-1 Visa exchange programs including Au Pair USA, Camp USA, Career Training USA and Work & Travel USA. Program participants are placed in the U.S. in collaboration with international cooperating organizations and government agencies. Additionally, we offer Work Abroad opportunities for Americans seeking similar experience overseas.

Current positions:

California Lake Tahoe
Colorado Aspen
Eagle/Summit Counties including Vail/Avon/Breckenridge
Rocky Mountain Region
Steamboat Springs
Telluride
Delaware Rehoboth Beach
Florida Panama City Beach
Georgia Savannah/Hilton Head, SC
Illinois Chicago
Maine Southern Maine Coast
Maryland Ocean City
Massachusetts Cape Cod
Michigan Traverse City, Mackinaw Island
Missouri Branson
Nevada Lake Tahoe
New Hampshire Hampton Beach
White Mountains Region/North Conway
New Jersey Jersey Shore (Point Pleasant, Wildwood, Ocean City)
New York Lake Placid
Long Island
Niagara Falls
North Carolina Myrtle Beach
Outer Banks Area
Ohio Put-in-Bay, Kelleys Island, Port Clinton, Sandusky
Rhode Island Newport, Block Island, Jamestown, and Narraganset
South Carolina Hilton Head/Savannah, GA
Tennessee Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg
Texas Galveston
Utah Ogden
Park City
Vermont Vermont Ski Resorts including Killington and Stowe
Virginia Williamsburg
Virginia Beach
Wisconsin Wisconsin Dells
Wyoming Jackson Hole

 

Please check back frequently to see where we are expanding! To apply, qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume to lcolossi@interexchange.org or call 212.924.0446. Please indicate “Local Rep Recruiting” and the location you are interested in applying for in your subject line. Please send your files as a .docx, .doc or .pdf format only.