J1 / H2B Visa Jobs

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If you're interested in working in the USA and have been issued a J-1 or H2B visa permitting you to work in the States, this page provides informative resources and will help you identify employers who are accepting applications from non-resident visa holders.

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Can I Work in the United States?

Work in the USA

We often hear from Job Seekers who live outside of the US who discover CoolWorks and want to know if they’d be eligible to apply for the cool opportunities that can be found here. The short answer is: not directly. We don’t say that to be discouraging or negative,…

The J1 Visa Cultural Exchange Program

Work in the USA

If you are a non-US citizen of college / university age and are interested in working a seasonal job in the United States in the travel, tourism, or hospitality industries, the J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa Program is a popular option that might be a good route for obtaining temporary…

The H-2B Non-Agricultural Visa Program

Work in the USA

The H-2B Non-Agricultural Temporary Worker Visa Program allows employers to hire non-US citizens for temporary work if they are able to demonstrate to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services that “there are not enough U.S. workers who are able, willing, qualified, and available to do the temporary work” and…

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American Adventure Expeditions

Outdoor Adventures

Colorado

Now hiring 1st Time & Experienced Guides, Office Staff & Drivers. Top Pay, Great Incentives, Free Housing! Work on Colorado's #1 River with Colorado's #1 Outfitter!
The Island House

Resort

Michigan

Live, Work and play on the water! Many opportunities - Historic Hotel, five restaurants, retail shops and a coffee house.

Line Cooks

Boathouse On the Bay

Sister Bay, Wisconsin

Lobster Rolls, Seafood, Burgers, Shrimp, Perch, Prime Rib, Steak, Is Your Mouth Watering Yet?

Seasonal
Job Starts: Apr 21, 2025

Sous Chef

The Island House

Mackinac Island, Michigan

Creative Sous Chef within the Island House's Family of Restaurants on Mackinac Island

Seasonal
Job Starts: Apr 21, 2025

Nanny

The Island House

Mackinac Island, Michigan

Work for a Family Business on Beautiful Shimmering Shores of Mackinac Island, Michigan!

Seasonal
Job Starts: Apr 23, 2025

Kayaking Guide

Anacortes Kayak Tours

Anacortes, Washington

Join Our Team of Fun Professionals & Experience Life in the San Juan Islands as a Sea Kayaking Guide

Seasonal
Job Starts: May 01, 2025

Trip Leader

Four Winds Westward Ho

Deer Harbor, Washington

Spend the summer in the San Juan Islands leading camping trips with kids aged 11-15!

Seasonal
Job Starts: Jun 04, 2025

Lifeguard

Jeff Ellis Management, LLC

Kapolei, Hawaii

Work the spring or summer at Disney's resort on the island of Oahu, Hawaii as a Resort Lifeguard!

Year-round
Job Starts: Mar 01, 2025

Camp Counselor

Camp Toccoa

Toccoa, Georgia

Be a Counselor at an American Sleep Away Camp!

Seasonal
Job Starts: Jun 02, 2025

Line Cook

American Seasons

Nantucket, Massachusetts

Motivated, enthusiastic, driven individuals required!! Talented Line Cooks wanted on Nantucket!

Seasonal
Job Starts: Apr 15, 2025

Cook

Hosmer Point Summer Camp

Craftsbury Common, Vermont

Fun & supportive work environment, mountain bike trails, a lake to explore, and a place to call home

Seasonal
Job Starts: Jun 04, 2025

Houseboat Anchoring Crew

Beach Bags

Page, Arizona

A Great Summer Job - It's In The Bag! Summer Houseboat Anchoring Crew Members in Page, Arizona

Seasonal
Job Starts: May 15, 2025

Line Cook

Ekwanok Country Club

Manchester, Vermont

Work with the best in Vermont! We value excellence and making culinary magic happen.

Seasonal
Job Starts: Apr 21, 2025

Shift Lead

Scoops Catalina Island

Avalon, California

Open lead barista position at an ice cream + Starbucks shop on Catalina Island!!

Year-round
Job Starts: Feb 01, 2025

Cabin Counselor

Chewonki Foundation

Wiscasset, Maine

Spend your summer exploring midcoast Maine while sharing your love of the outdoors with youth!

Seasonal
Job Starts: Jun 16, 2025

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