In order to participate on an AWE Program, you must comply with the following criteria:

You must:

• be aged 18-28, preferably at least one month before your US departure date.
• be available to work in the U.S. for at least 9 weeks/camp programme and depending on employer for applicants on SWT program, usually around 3 months.
• speak fluent English and have good communication skills.
• live in, or be able to travel to one of the participating countries for a personal interview with an appointed AWE Representative.
• provide 2 verifiable references, supportive of the position for which you are applying. Note: Special conditions may apply to AWE returning applicants; please see How to Apply for more details.
• hold an international passport and provide a copy of the 'personal details' page from that passport when submitting your application to the AWE Representative.
• provide a satisfactory Medical and Police Report and, if resident in the UK/Eire, agree to AWE undertaking a background check at our expense.
• have a valid email address throughout the time that your application is active.
• be able to pay the required fees (AWE only accepts payment in US$, unless you reside in the UK/Ireland where UK sterling is acceptable)
• agree to attend an orientation in your home country before departure for the U.S.
• have every intention of returning to your home country at the conclusion of the AWE Program.
• be able to provide supportive documentation as proof of your intention to return when making your J-1 visa application.
• complete on-line the AWE Application Form, sign the application form signifying your agreement for your application to be considered in accordance with the current AWE Terms and Conditions.
• never have been convicted of a crime or offence of a sexual nature or one that was related to drugs or violence.
• be enthusiastic, adaptable and flexible - in addition to having a good sense of humor.

in addition ...


Summer Work Travel (SWT) applicants must:

• be a bona fide full-time student (attending for at least 18 hours per week) at the time of application.
• have evidence of registration for a full-time course of study for the current semester.
• provide a supportive reference from a previous employer for whom you worked within the previous 12 months prior to your application. (This employment may have been full or part-time, paid or voluntary).

Counselor applicants must:

• be available to depart for the U.S. by June 15 - those available earlier have a greater chance of Placement.
• have an excellent level of skill in a high demand activity and an internationally recognized teaching/coaching award.
• have recent, previous relevant experience of working with groups of youngsters in a similar setting.
• be a good communicator.
• have a flexible, resourceful and adaptable nature.
• have an ability to lead, motivate and inspire youngsters and co-workers.

Special Needs Counselors must:

• be available to depart for the US by June 15 - those available earlier have a greater chance of Placement.
• be able to demonstrate a calm, caring nature.
• be dedicated to working with challenged populations.
• be willing to work with both children and adults with a wide range of disabilities.
• have a general level of skill in a range of activities.
• preferably have recent, relevant experience of working with challenged groups.
• be able to provide a reference from that previous work.
• be a good communicator.
• have a flexible, resourceful and adaptable nature.
• have an ability to lead, motivate and inspire the campers.

Camp Support Staff must:

• be available to depart for the U.S. by June 15 - those available earlier have a greater chance of Placement.
• be a bona fide full-time student (attending for at least 18 hours per week) at the time of application.
• have evidence of registration for a full-time course of study for the current semester.