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Would you like to undertake a BUNAC overseas placement in the USA this summer?

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Opportunities available:

Work USA

Seasonal work, usually in hospitality or tourism - working 40 hours a week over the summer period. Contracts are usually 9-12 weeks

Ideal if you want to work over the summer and gain international experience

BUNAC work USA

Summer Camp USA

Nine weeks working at camp earning a USD $2,000 camp salary

Ideal if you want to work with children and teenagers over the summer and gain international experience

BUNAC camp

    How much does it cost?

    Work USA

    • BUNAC fees (includes visa application): £949
    • Additional costs: Flight (approx. £700), accommodation (approx. £1,500, included with some placements/ heavily subsidised), food costs (£1,200), spending money, travel insurance
    • See BUNAC work costs and inclusionsLink opens in a new window
    • You are eligible for Turing Scheme funding towards this, see below information

    Summer Camp USA

      • BUNAC fees: £379
      • Police background check £18
      • Visa $185 USD (you will also need to provide proof of minimum $800 funds)
        • TOTAL £579 (approx.)
      • Additional costs: Flight (approx. £700) and spending money

      • Food and accommodation included

        • See BUNAC camp costs and inclusionsLink opens in a new window

        • You are eligible for Turing Scheme funding towards this, see below information

        What can I earn?

        Work USA

          There is an opportunity to earn a good wage, especially when subsidised through tips; these vary by placement

          Summer Camp USA

            You will earn $2,000 USD camp salary

            What funding is available?

            Turing scheme funding

            Available at a rate of £545 per month (up to 2 months)

            • Additional funding is available to students who meet additional criteria (see bottom of page here)
              • Students who are on the Warwick Scholars programme or are in receipt of the Warwick Undergraduate Bursary will be eligible for a higher rate of funding support

              • Some other criteria also qualify for an enhanced rate of funding

            How do register my interest?

            Complete the Expression of Interest form via the link below by 26 February after researching the opportunities and we will share you name and email address with BUNAC (you do need to be logged on to access this). They will then contact you with more details on how to apply; please do not apply directly until you hear from them.