Student & Graduate Jobs at 5-Star USA Resorts
Work in luxury American resorts, gain valuable career experience and spend a year living in the USA!
Not sure what's next after graduation? Want to go overseas but worried about your career? International Working Holidays is recruiting students and recent graduates for paid roles at two prestigious Forbes Five-Star resorts: Montage Palmetto Bluff, South Carolina and Sea Island, Georgia.
Gain hands-on experience with world class US employers, develop transferable skills and return to NZ with an impressive addition to your CV.
The Roles
Work in guest-facing positions including:
Front Desk & Guest Reception
Reservations & Sales
Travel Consultants
Guest Services
Food and Beverage
You'll develop skills in sales, communication, problem-solving and customer service that transfer into careers in business development, account management, marketing, events, operations and more.
No specific experience required! Our programme advisor, Chloe, will help match you with a role suited to your interests and goals.
Where You'll Work
Montage Palmetto Bluff – South Carolina
A Forbes Five-Star luxury resort famous for its Southern charm, beautiful riverside setting and exceptional hospitality. Enjoy golf courses, swimming pools, horse riding, kayaking, dolphin watching and more. It's even where Justin and Hailey Bieber got married! Montage has a strong focus on teamwork, professional development and making employees feel valued.
Sea Island – Georgia
A Forbes Five-Star luxury resort on a private island, with beautiful beaches, six swimming pools, watersports, famous golf courses, bowling, an arcade and even a sea turtle conservation project where staff look after turtles nesting on the resort’s private beach. Sea Island is known for its welcoming team, positive environment, fantastic staff accommodation and supportive international community.
Accommodation & Benefits
Affordable staff accommodation at both resorts
Staff discounts on meals, activities and merchandise (vary by resort)
Social events and opportunities to meet other international staff
Typically up to 40 hours of paid work per week, depending on role and season
Professional experience with prestigious US employers
The chance to travel around the USA on days off
Eligibility & Dates
Start dates: February - March 2027
Eligibility: Current students or graduates who completed their studies within 12 months of departure.
Must hold a NZ or Australian Passport.
How will I get there, and do I need to pay anything?
There are costs involved, including flights, insurance and programme fees. However, we offer an interest free financial assistance programme to help cover the majority of these costs if you are unable to pay up front.
How this works is rather than paying the fees and flights before you leave, the costs can be deducted from your wages each week. This programme is optional, with no hidden catches.
We will also organise your flights and transportation to the resort via our travel agent if you so wish!
Costs breakdown
The fees cover your job placement, visa sponsorship processing, visa paperwork, insurance, pre-departure preparation and ongoing support in the USA. Flights are booked separately. Both the Programme Fee and flights can be covered by the financial assistance programme.
Application Fee: NZD $350
Insurance: NZD $600
Programme Fee: USD $2,150
There is a fee for your appointment at the US Consulate which is required for your visa. This is USD $185 paid directly to them.
Mates Rates promo
We also know that once-in-a-lifetime experiences like this are better shared with friends. For each friend you bring, receive an additional 10% off your Application Fee. Two of you means you both get 20% off the fee, three means 30% off, four means 40% off, and five mates gets you all 50% off your Application Fee. Just tell us when applying who your friends are so we can ensure the discount is applied.
Ready for Your Next Adventure?
Build your CV, make international connections and experience life in the USA.
Apply now for February and March departures!