General Information
ACAWE began operating in Australia for the Summer Camp season of 2007. From a modest beginning, we have grown to offer three great working holiday options. We continue to expand from year to year and are making a great name for ourselves in the Australian industry. ACAWE prides itself on customer service and we have campus and area reps around the country who are excited to tell you how you can have the best experience of a lifetime!
Why choose ACAWE?
•3 GREAT programs on offer! We have the ideal program for everyone
•Lowest application fees in Australia
•Highest paid $$$ for the work you do
•Comprehensive Insurance coverage
•100% visa success
•Refer a friend and earn GREAT bonuses
•Personal recruiters who walk you through the entire process from application to US arrival
Available Programs
THREE GREAT PROGRAMS ON OFFER....WHICH ONE WILL YOU CHOOSE?
SUMMER CAMP
June – August: Spend 9 weeks working on an all American Summer Camp, enhance your leadership and coaching skills and revisit your childhood in a place that is all about HAVING FUN!! Summer Camps generally run for a minimum of 9 weeks each year, between June and August.
A summer at an “All American” Summer Camp is an experience you will never forget!!!
SUMMER WORK TRAVEL
November - March (approx):The Summer Work Travel program allows participants to work in the US Leisure and Resort Industry for a maximum of 4 months during the Australian Summer vacation. Roles are numerous and varied and opportunities limitless. To participate in this program you must have been a full time student at the time of making your visa application. Participants can choose to take the “Placed” option where we find you a great job, or the “Independent” option where we provide sponsorship and you find your own job placement.
Do something different with your Summer Vacation!!!
12 MONTH VISA
Depart at any time: This program is open to individuals who have been a full time tertiary student within 12 months of making their visa application. It is perfect for deferred students, recent graduates or those graduating. Independent or Job Placement options available.The ideal GAP YEAR Program!!
Process
• Register your interest online here (don’t forget to specify which program you are interested in!)• After receiving your registration an ACAWE representative will contact you with all of the program information and the forms necessary to begin your application.
• Pay your program application fee (see table below), submit your application forms and attend your application interview.
• Apply for your visa at the US Embassy most convenient to you (Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne or Perth)
• Book your own flights
• Begin the adventure of a lifetime!
Australia Program fees and charges (correct as of September 2011):
WORK TRAVEL
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Application Fee: |
US$100 |
Paid upon application |
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Acceptance Fee: |
US$395 |
Paid upon acceptance to the program |
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Insurance: |
AU$70/month |
Paid upon confirmation of itinerary |
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SEVIS: |
US$35 |
Paid to the US Embassy upon receipt of N Sevis Number *subject to change without notice |
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J1 Visa Fees: |
AU$281.75 + AU$14 Visa point fee |
Paid to the US Embassy before visa appointment *subject to change without notice |
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Job Offer by ACAWE: |
US $200 |
Paid when Employer and you agree on employment. Paid per employment. You can find your own job to avoid this fee |
12 MONTH
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Application Fee: |
US$300 |
Paid upon application |
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Acceptance Fee: |
US$500 |
Paid upon acceptance to the program |
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Insurance: |
AU$70/month |
Paid upon confirmation of itinerary |
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SEVIS: |
US$35 |
Paid to the US Embassy upon receipt of N Sevis Number *subject to change without notice |
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J1 Visa Fees: |
AU$281.75 + AU$14 Visa point fee |
Paid to the US Embassy before visa appointment *subject to change without notice |
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Job Offer by ACAWE: |
US $200 |
Paid when Employer and you agree on employment. Paid per employment. You can find your own job to avoid this fee |
SUMMER CAMP
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Application Fee: |
US$100 |
Paid upon application |
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Insurance: |
Included for the duration of employment |
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SEVIS: |
US$35 |
Paid to the US Embassy upon receipt of N Sevis Number *subject to change without notice |
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Criminal Background Check |
AU$49 |
Paid to the US Embassy before visa appointment *subject to change without notice |
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J1 Visa Fees:
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AU$281.75 + AU$14 Visa point fee
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Paid to the US Embassy before visa appointment *subject to change without notice |
SUMMER CAMP-Returnees
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Application Fee: |
US$100 |
Paid upon application |
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Insurance: |
90 days of insurance included at no cost |
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SEVIS: |
US$35 |
Paid to the US Embassy upon receipt of N Sevis Number *subject to change without notice |
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Criminal Background Check |
AU$49 |
Paid to the US Embassy before visa appointment *subject to change without notice |
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J1 Visa Fees: |
AU$281.75 + AU$14 Visa point fee |
Paid to the US Embassy before visa appointment *subject to change without notice |
Forms and Links
Click here for AC@WE-NET - access to all your ACAWE forms
Links
Visa Forms:
Instructions on how to pay your SEVIS fee can be found at:
http://www.fmjfee.com/
Your visa interview can be set up online by visiting Visa Point:
http://aus.us-visaservices.com/Forms/default.aspx
Embassy of the United States, Australia:
http://canberra.usembassy.gov/
Non-Immigrant USA Visa, Australia
http://canberra.usembassy.gov/nonimmigrant-visas.html
Fees paid to the US embassy in Australian Dollars are subject to change without notice. Please check the fee amount prior to your application using the following link:
http://canberra.usembassy.gov/niv_fees.html
Frequently Asked Questions – Non Immigrant USA Visas
http://canberra.usembassy.gov/niv_faqs.html
Frequently Asked Questions -12 Month Work and Travel USA Visa
http://canberra.usembassy.gov/student_work_travel_pilot_prog.html
Important Links:
Information about the Australian Federal Police Background Check can be found at this site:
http://www.afp.gov.au/what-we-do/police-checks/national-police-checks.aspx
