Are you a restaurant owner, hotel manager, or culinary business looking to infuse fresh talent and international flair into your team? If so, partnering with a J-1 Culinary Intern could... read more →
Navigating work etiquette in the USA can be both exciting and challenging. For our cultural exchange participants, understanding the workplace culture is key to having a successful and enjoyable experience... read more →
In July, Spirit staff member Julie took a trip to Gulf Shores, Alabama to say hello to our participants and Host Employers in the area. During her visit, she had... read more →
To celebrate Exchange Day, Spirit representatives Katherine and Anna Marie went to Wisconsin to visit some of our participants and host cultural activities. On August 6, Spirit partnered with fellow... read more →
Spirit is happy to announce that our 2024 Summer Photo Contest Grand Prize Winner is… Nicolas R. from Colombia! Nicolas entered his winning photo during the Week 5 category "At... read more →
This week’s theme was "Your Favorite Summer Memory" and we received some great photos of our participants enjoying their programs! Below are our top seven photos from Week 6 of... read more →
The United States has hosted the Olympics multiple times, each event leaving behind a legacy that continues to attract visitors. Here’s a look at six US cities that have had... read more →
This week's theme was "At Work," and we received some great photos of our participants enjoying their jobs! Below are our top seven photos from Week 5 of our Summer... read more →
This week's theme was "Jumping!," and we received some great photos of our participants enjoying the American holiday! Below are our top seven photos from Week 4 of our Summer... read more →
This month, Spirit staff members Colleen and Grace accompanied 21 exchange participants from Mongolia, Turkey, Jamaica, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, and Kazakhstan on a daytrip to Madison, Wisconsin. Special guests... read more →