Articles by Joy Lo

Joy is a huge advocate for cultural exchange. She's lived across the U.S. and various countries around the world including the UK, Australia and Indonesia. She has a unique perspective on working and thriving in other cultures. She's been a contributing author on Au Pair USA program.

Can You Pass This Quiz About Housing In The US?

4 minute read

Benefits Of An International Camp Staff

2 minute read

6 Reasons It's Worth Joining An Au Pair Program

2 minute read

How to Tutor English for a Family in Europe

3 minute read

How to File US Taxes as a J-1 Visa Holder

5 minute read

Work & Travel USA Host Highlight: David at Mount Rushmore

4 minute read

To-Do Checklist to Wrap Up Your Exchange Program

2 minute read

Traveling Outside The U.S. On Your J-1 Visa

3 minute read

Work & Travel USA Host Highlight: Susan At The Big Moose Inn

3 minute read

Don’t Let These Things Stop You From Working & Traveling

3 minute read

How To Improve Your Spanish Skills Quickly

1 minute read

How to Help Participants Navigate Culture Shock

2 minute read

How to Embrace a Digital Detox

3 minute read

How To Plug Your Participants Into The Local Culture

2 minute read

How to Save Money on Medical Care in the U.S.

3 minute read

These Life Hacks Will End Your Homesickness and Culture Shock

2 minute read

Do These Eight Things When Living With Roommates

4 minute read

8 Quick Ways You Can Help Participants Get Their Social Security Number

3 minute read

10 Airport Survival Tips to Keep Your Sanity This Summer

3 minute read

Four Common Mistakes When Applying For Your Social Security Number

2 minute read

Your Camp USA Packing Must-Haves!

2 minute read

From Selling Clams to Shaping Government Strategy

5 minute read

Advice on Living Abroad From Au Pair Orientation Manager Amber

6 minute read

The International Coalition for Global Education and Exchange