New Step: We're Summer Work and Travel Agency in Thailand

What is the Summer Work Travel Program?

 

The Summer Work Travel USA Program is a U.S. Department of State BridgeUSA exchange program that provides international university students with an opportunity to live, work, and experience American culture during their academic break.

 

The program is designed as a cultural exchange experience, not simply a temporary employment program. Participants are expected to work alongside American employees, interact regularly with U.S. citizens, and experience American culture both at and outside the workplace.

 

What Types of Jobs Are Available for the Program?

 

Summer Work Travel positions must be temporary or seasonal and must provide participants with opportunities to communicate and interact with U.S. citizens and experience American culture during their employment.

 

Common positions for Summer Work Travel participants include:

Hospitality: Hotel Staff, Housekeeping, Front Desk, Guest Services, Laundry, Resort Operations

Food & Beverage: Server, Host / Hostess, Food Runner, Busser, Dishwasher, Kitchen Assistant, Restaurant Support

Tourism & Attractions: Attraction Attendant, Ticketing, Guest Services, Retail, Recreation Staff, Seasonal Resort Positions

Outdoor & Recreation: Lifeguard, Pool Attendant, Recreation Staff, Seasonal Outdoor Positions

 

Why Recruit Thai University Students?

 

1. Two Recruitment Seasons for Thai University Students

One of the key advantages of recruiting university students from Thailand is the availability of two distinct recruitment seasons that align with different academic calendars at Thai universities. This gives U.S. employers greater flexibility when planning seasonal staffing needs and allows employers to recruit Thai students for different parts of the U.S. tourism and summer season.

Season	Student Availability	Best For
Spring	March 7 – July 7	Early Spring through early Summer staffing
Summer	May 7 – September 7	Peak Summer and seasonal staffing

 

2. Strong Service-Oriented Mindset

Thai culture is widely associated with hospitality, politeness, and respect toward others. Many Thai students are familiar with service-oriented environments and understand the importance of:

• • Polite communication
  • Customer service
  • Teamwork
  • Respect for supervisors and coworkers
  • Maintaining a positive attitude
  • Taking care of guests and customers

 

3. Motivated to Improve Their English

For many Thai participants, one of the primary reasons for joining the Work Travel program is to improve their English communication skills through real-world experience. This creates an environment where students are motivated to communicate, learn, and adapt.

 

4. University Students With a Strong Learning Mindset

Thai participants are actively enrolled in universities and are pursuing degrees in a wide range of fields. This makes the program particularly suitable for employers who value employees who are willing to learn new tasks and adapt to a new working environment.

 

5. Respectful and Team-Oriented

Thai students are generally accustomed to working within group environments at university and are often comfortable working as part of a team.

 

They understand the importance of:

• • Following workplace instructions
  • Respecting supervisors
  • Supporting coworkers
  • Cooperating with team members
  • Maintaining a positive workplace environment

For seasonal businesses, where employees need to work efficiently as a team during busy periods, these characteristics can be valuable.

 

6. Adaptable to Multicultural Workplaces

Thai students joining the BridgeUSA program are already choosing to live and work outside their home country. This experience can help students become more adaptable and open-minded when working in an international environment.

 

About New Step

 

New Step is a well-known & experienced agency (20+ years) with strong partnership with top universities in Thailand dedicated to providing students with the opportunity to join the Work and Travel in USA program.

 

Our mission is to deliver well-prepared students to the right opportunities, helping them grow as global citizens while meeting the needs of our partners by offering a variety of job placements across the U.S., we ensure every student finds a role that matches their skills and interests, creating success for both students and employers.

 

We take care of students every step of the way from preparation to cultural adaptation ensuring they feel supported and confident throughout their journey. Our goal is to offer more than just an exchange program; we aim to create a life-changing experience that serves as the “New Step to future success”.