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Camp USA International Cooperator Resources

Roles & Responsibilities

Your Role as an International Cooperator
InterExchange’s Role

Who to Recruit

Requirements for Counselors
Skills
Special Needs Camps
Quick Reference: Camp Staffing Needs

Enrollment and Agreement

Enrollment & Agreement Requirements
Fees

Promoting the Program

How to Promote the Program
Follow up with interested applicants!
Where to Find Potential Applicants

Screening Applicants

Eligibility Criteria
Evaluating Skills

What Applicants Should Know

The Camp Environment
Types of Camps

Fees & Stipends

Fees & Refunds
Participant Stipends
Other Costs

Participant Applications

Parts of the Application
Steps for completing the Application
Post-Placement Information

First Year Counselors & Returners

Returning Counselors
Requirements for Returners

U.S. Embassy Contact

Understand the Purpose of the J-1 Visa
Gather Required Documents
Preparing for Embassy Interviews

Insurance Information

Insurance Options
Insurance Basics
Insurance Cards and Identification
Insurance Claims Process

Important Visa Documents

DS-2019 Forms
I-901 Form – SEVIS Receipt
J-1 Visa
DS-160 Form

During the Program

Mandatory Check-Ins
Challenges While at Camp
Conflict Resolution & Crisis Management
Common Reasons for Getting Fired
Changing Camps
Early Withdrawal
Travel Outside the U.S.
Cultural Exchange Component

Social Security Numbers

Social Security Application Process
Checking Application Status
After Receiving a Social Security Number
Protecting Personal Information
Social Security Office Locations

Tax Information & Tax Forms

W-4 Form
Filing a Tax Return
Frequently Asked Questions

Life at a Camp in the USA

Each Camp Is Unique
Typical Camp Hierarchy
Staff Roles at Camp

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