Your Journey: A World of Opportunity

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1 Your Journey: A World of Opportunity

2 About us Global Educational Concepts, Inc. (GEC) is located in Nashville, TN. We are a designated sponsor of the U.S. Department of State s J-1 Summer Work Travel and Internship programs. We fully support and believe in the public diplomacy opportunities these exchange programs offer our Participants, Host families and Host Employers. The leadership of GEC has over 100 years of combined experience working directly with thousands of international students. We seek to provide the best service and support possible to the young people who participate in our programs while adhering to the regulations that govern these programs. Our program participants can be found living, working, and training all across the U.S.

3 Programs J1 Internships for hospitality and culinary students or graduates: Culinary Food and Beverage Rooms Division Pay rates range from $11 to $14 per hour depending on location, Department and experience. J1 Work and Travel Seasonal Summer Program Food and Beverage Pay rates range from $10 to $14 per hour depending on location, Department and experience Internships last 12 months 3

4 Summer Work Travel The J-1 Summer Work Travel program s primary purpose is for public diplomacy efforts through cultural exchanges between people of different countries. Eligible participants are full time students visiting the U.S. during their university academic summer break. Different from a tourist visa, the student will experience U.S. culture first hand by working with Americans for up to 4 months while also participating in cultural experiences that include meeting local Americans, seeing local attractions and experiencing first hand the typical activities in their local community. Cultural experiences can be as simple as eating dinner with an American family in their home or adventurous excursions such as a weekend road trip to our nation s capital.

5 Once a student has successfully completed their work component, they will have up to 30 days to travel the U.S. to enjoy the sights and prepare to return home before the official start date of their university academic year. International students who participate in a J-1 program must have a sponsor who is responsible for the oversight of their program. Before the participants enter the U.S., GEC facilitates the application process and determines student eligibility to apply for a J-1 visa at the U.S. embassy in their home country. Our placements with Host Employers are screened and vetted for J-1 suitability. GEC does not partner with or approve Host Employers that cannot meet the strict vetting requirements or those that do not understand and fully support the cultural purpose of these programs. Once the student has arrived in the U.S., GEC supports the student in an effort for a positive life changing experience in the U.S.

6 Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center Located in Nashville, Tennessee 2,881 guest rooms and suites. 700,000 sq. feet of meeting space.

7 Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center on Lake Grapevine Located in Grapevine, Texas. 1,511 guest rooms and suites. 400,000 sq. feet of meeting space.

8 San Antonio Hill Country Located in Fort Worth, Texas guest rooms and suites. 57,000 sq. feet of meeting space.

9 Food Runner: $10 per hour + possible tips Pool Attendant $11 + possible tips

10 Service Support (Non-Tipped) - $ per hour Service Support (Tipped) - $ 8.10 per hour + tips Waitstaff/Server (Tipped) - $ 5.23 per hour + tips Locations: Orlando, Panama City Beach & Nashville

11 J-1 Internship U.S.A The J-1 Internship program s primary purpose is a cultural exchange training opportunity to enhance the skills and expertise of the interns in their academic field of study. Eligible participants are fulltime students or recent graduates who participate in a work-based learning environment of up to 12 months to develop practical skills that will enhance their future careers. The training program that is provided is guided work-based training that will improve the participant s knowledge of American techniques, methodologies, and technology. These programs offer a cultural experience that include meeting and training with local Americans, seeing local attractions and experiencing firsthand the typical activities in their local community.

12 12 month internship OPPORTUNITIES Gaylord Opryland-Nashville Gaylord Palms-Orlando Gaylord Rockies-Denver Gaylord Texan-Dallas JW Marriott Houston JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Marriott Dallas City Center Marriott Houston Airport Marriott Houston Marquis Marriott Houston Medical Center Marriott Jesse H. Jones Rotary House Marriott Plano Legacy Center Marriott San Antonio Rivercenter Marriott Solana Marriott The Woodlands Waterway Renaissance Austin Renaissance Dallas Renaissance Plano Legacy West Renaissance Worthington Henderson Beach Resort-Florida St Joe Resort-Florida Omni CCN Atlanta Perry Lane Luxury Starwood Hotel-Savannah And many other luxury Resorts in the USA 12

13 WHO CAN APPLY? You can be considered for the Intern program if the following are met: u You are currently enrolled full-time in and actively pursuing studies at a foreign ministerially- recognized degree or certificate granting post-secondary academic institution outside of the United States OR graduated from such institution no more than 12 months prior to the exchange visitor program begin date reflected on Form DS u The internship MUST relate to the academic major/degree for which GEC has designation u Your academic program that you are enrolled in or graduated from must be at least one year in length (as evidenced by academic transcripts) in order to be eligible. You can be considered for the Trainee program if the following are met: u You have either a degree or professional certificate from a foreign ministerially recognized degree or certificate granting post-secondary academic institution outside of the U.S. and at least one year of prior related work experience in your occupational field acquired outside the U.S. OR a full five years of work experience in your occupational field acquired outside the U.S. u The training MUST relate to your occupational field and must not duplicate prior work experience or training received elsewhere. u Your academic program that you graduated from (if applicable) must have been at least one year in length (as evidenced by academic transcripts) in order to be eligible.

14 First and foremost, this is a cultural exchange program. GEC only works with employers who support the cultural purpose of the program. Regulations allow a work component to this program, but it is not considered to be a work program.

15 TRAVEL PERIOD WORK COMMITMENT PROGRAM END Once you are in the U.S., your program CANNOT be extended and you are required to leave the U.S. at the end of your program and return to your home/school Country. Remember, you are expected to work while you are in the U.S. and after the end of successfully completing your work period, you will have up to 30 days to travel. The travel period is at the END of your program BEFORE the official start date of your University. This is covered in your Sponsor Interview.

16 Cultural Activities

17 Competencies for Evaluation Leadership Building relationships Managing execution Learning and applying personal expertise Generating talent and organizational capability Qualities we seek Interpersonal communication skills Professional poise Passion for the hospitality industry Service-driven mindset Ambition to lead others Overall fit with Marriott International MarriottU.com Skills and Expertise

18 This is not just an internship Join a world-class hospitality company. Find a place where you belong. Let our core values guide and inspire you.

19 If interested please Jessica Rey Dubra (head of the J-1 exchange program) at attaching a copy of your resume and indicating the program of interest