Janus' J-1 Work and Travel program allows international students to work in the US for up to 4 months. The program aims to promote cultural exchange as students interact with Americans at their jobs and housing. Students must have a student visa and health insurance provided through Janus. They can expect to earn at least the US federal minimum wage of $7.25/hour for regular work. Janus provides support and monitors students' progress but can cancel the program for illegal or unacceptable behavior.

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2. Purpose of the Program Janus’ J-1 Work and Travel Program is designed to promote better understanding and improve communications between people in the United States and other nations throughout the world. Exchanges: Janus achieves this objective by encouraging participation in a host of activities that facilitate the sharing of language, culture, or history of the visitor’s home country, as well as activities that will acquaint participants with American society, culture, and institutions.

5. Program participation is limited to the participant’s summer vacation.*Students who have completed their degree are no longer eligible. *Students attending a vocational school are not eligible to participate in the Program.

7. Emergency Number - 1-866-249-3888With over 5 years of experience in assisting thousands of Work and Travel Program participants, Janus has fully trained staff to provide the guidance and assistance you need to successfully complete the terms of this exchange visitor program. You will receive emails and/or phone calls throughout your stay so that we can monitor your progress, as well as see if you are having any problems or need assistance in achieving the objectives and terms of this Program.

8. Program Objectives The visitor is attempting in good faith to participate in the pre-arranged cross-cultural opportunities; The visitor is meeting the guidelines for making the most of his/her employment opportunity; The visitor is generally complying with the terms of his/her visa; The visitor is making progress in successfully adjusting to their new job and environment; and The visitor’s address and telephone number are up to date.

10. Contingency Money – Whether participating in a Janus-placed or self-placed job, students are advised to bring $500 USD (we recommend that most of this amount be in U.S. Traveler’s checks to avoid the risk of loss or theft) to use in spending for food, clothes and other basic necessities for the first month of stay in the United States. The money might also be used for hotel accommodation and transportation to job site (depending on the date of arrival). .

12. Overtime– Visitors can get paid overtime hours at some locations (not Theme Parks or seasonal employers) if the visitor worked more than 40 hours per week.

13. Overtime per hour = 1.5 x regular rate

15. Some States are different

18. 30 day travel period begins after DS-2019 End Date * You are not allowed to work on the Travel Period

20. Failto follow Janus or Employer Procedures

22. Before you get your first paycheck, you must first present a Social Security Application Letter showing that you have already applied for a Social Security Number.* Remember that according to the new rules of the Social Security Office, J-1 students must wait 10 business days after arrival before applying for a Social Security Number. Paychecks will probably be received after 3 – 4 weeks from first day of work*

24. The cost of the insurance policy is included in your program fees

25. Insurance coverage is valid for the dates on your form DS-2019

26. Janus will provide you with a copy of your insurance ID card and policy information in your DS-2019 folder from

28. If you visit an emergency room for a non-emergency procedure, you are responsible for paying a $250 Deductible for the treatment.

29. Bring a small first aid kit and medicine with you to cover basic injuries and illnesses

30. Call insurance company toll free number or visit their website for pre-authorization before any visit to the doctor or if you have questions about your policy

32. This is not a vacation. These are real jobs and they are going to be challenging and difficult. If you are not prepared to work hard like other employees, you will not succeed in this program.

33. If your expectations are to make a huge amount of $$ during the Program, then this Program is not for you.* If you intend to leave your employer and not fulfill your Job Agreement commitment, then your participation in the Program will be cancelled, and you will need to return home early. Your employer has agreed to hold a job open for you, until you are scheduled to arrive, and you are obligated to honor your Agreement with your employer. *

35. Be aware of crime

36. 911 is a free telephone number you can call if you are in danger or have an emergency

37. Be Careful. People may take advantage of you

40. Police Reports Misdemeanor

41. Underage Drinking (21 years old)

42. Illegal handling/selling/possession use of drugs

43. Stealing

44. Fights

45. Sexual or Racial Harassment

47. Not attending work when scheduled without valid excuse. If EV is sick, he/she must present a doctor’s report stating why he/she cannot work that day.

48. Insubordination to the manager.Physical and Psychological Conditions: If an Exchange Visitor has physical or psychological conditions that are harmful to the Exchange Visitor’s health and safety based on doctor’s recommendation, Janus International has the prerogative to cancel the program immediately.

49. For More Information Please call the following numbers: 1-866-249-3888; 1-804-876-3888 Or e-mail us at: student@janus-international.com Or fax us at: 1-804-876-3113 PROCEED TO TEST