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Slovakian Student Brings a Culture of Determination to New York’s Highest Peaks

August 20, 2024

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This year, Matej Horvath from Slovakia found himself in upstate New York’s Adirondack Mountains for the second time as a Work & Travel USA participant. Despite the relative remoteness of his host location, he truly made the cultural exchange experience his own.
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InterExchange’s blog is a vibrant collection of real-life stories that showcase the transformative power of cultural exchange programs. From the enthusiastic American students who venture abroad to the international students bringing diverse perspectives to the U.S., each story is a unique testament to the ambition and passion that drive our participants and hosts. 

For International ParticipantsNews
5 -min read

September 12, 2024

When Mike Paluszek, President of Princeton Satellite Systems, decided to host an international intern, he didn’t just open the doors to his company—he opened a gateway to cultural exchange and professional growth.
For International Participants
4 -min read

August 20, 2024

This year, Matej Horvath from Slovakia found himself in upstate New York’s Adirondack Mountains for the second time as a Work & Travel USA participant. Despite the relative remoteness of his host location, he truly made the cultural exchange experience his own.
For International ParticipantsNews
3 -min read

August 13, 2024

Join InterExchange as we organize a special volunteering opportunity for you, our amazing participants, at the TCS New York City Marathon. In 2024, the TCS NYC Marathon will take place on Sunday, November 3!
For Hosts
2 -min read

August 13, 2024

Over the course of the summer, InterExchange staff have distributed bike lights to hundreds of participants as just one part of our annual Summer Safety Initiative.
For International Participants
5 -min read

August 5, 2024

There’s no single path to finding your ideal internship, but your approach should be intentional and well-planned. Here four of our Career Training USA interns describe how they were able to secure their dream internships.
For International Participants
3 -min read

June 21, 2024

The world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and modern digital tools is revolutionizing the way we approach mastering English and other languages. And the best part? Many of these incredible resources are completely free!
For International Participants
7 -min read

June 20, 2024

The tools we have at our fingertips can take much of the stress out of traveling, allowing us to truly make the most of our time to explore. These are a few of my favorite apps for travel.
For International Participants
2 -min read

June 4, 2024

Meet Valeria Luz Velazco, an adventurous spirit from Peru who embarked on her life-changing Work & Travel USA cultural exchange program journey two years ago. This past winter marked her final visit to the U.S. and while she gained valuable insights from her previous experiences, this year’s journey proved to be truly transformative.
For International Participants
2 -min read

April 24, 2024

The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is for visitors who are traveling to the U.S. for tourism purposes only under the Visa Waiver Program.
For HostsNewsTravel Experiences US Residents
2 -min read

March 22, 2024

he MOMA is considered by many to be the most influential museum of modern art in the world.
For International Participants
3 -min read

February 22, 2024

Visiting the city zoo and museums, attending sporting events and concerts, enjoying roller coasters at Six Flags, and going to the top of the Arch – these are just a few examples of the cultural activities Mariana, Jordy, and Frank participated in this winter during their J-1 Internship program.