Your first interview before the interview.
Before reviewing your CV, before scheduling an interview, and before making a hiring decision — many U.S. employers will watch your video to evaluate your communication, confidence, professionalism and personality. A strong video can significantly increase your chances of receiving interview invitations and job offers. A weak video can eliminate an otherwise qualified candidate.
Business casual / smart casual
Polo or button-down shirt
Professional blouse
Tidy, guest-ready appearance
Beachwear or hoodies
Sports jerseys
Sunglasses
Untidy appearance
Smartphone, laptop or webcam — all fine
Stable camera at eye level
Face a window with natural daylight
Clean, professional background
Backlighting or dark rooms
Strong shadows / night recordings
Shaky handheld filming
Cluttered background
Quiet room — every word clear
Speak slowly, clearly, naturally
Traffic, TV, music or wind
Background conversations
Do you currently have a valid passport?
Your U.S. program dates must fall inside this period. Take the dates from your faculty calendar, not from memory.
Will you return to your studies after the program?
Have you previously participated in a J-1 exchange program?
Are you a full-time student?
Have you ever paused your studies?
Speak with customers?
Answer phone calls?
Explain directions?
Handle customer complaints?
Work independently?
Follow written instructions?
Participate in an interview in English?
Have you worked before?
Do you have a professional LinkedIn profile?
Have you ever created a CV in English?
| EXPERIENCED | NOT YET | |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitality | ||
| Restaurant | ||
| Hotel | ||
| Retail | ||
| Cash Handling | ||
| Customer Service | ||
| Food Preparation | ||
| Lifeguarding | ||
| Entertainment / Recreation |
Sports
Volunteering
Music
Student Organizations
Leadership Activities
Would you accept shared housing?
Would you accept 4+ roommates?
Would you accept employer-provided housing?
Would you accept independent housing?
Would you accept mixed international housing?
Have you ever traveled abroad?
Have you ever visited the USA?
Have you ever been refused a U.S. visa?
Have you ever applied for a U.S. visa of any type?
Have you ever been refused a visa for any country?
Have you ever worked abroad?
Have you ever participated in an international exchange program?
1. I certify that all information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
2. I understand that providing false or misleading information may result in rejection of my application or removal from the program.
3. I authorize EARN&GO USA and WiseHunters International to evaluate my application and communicate with me regarding program opportunities.