International Applicants

Sierra-at-Tahoe® Resort hires both J1 and H2B Visa participants. We are currently taking applications for the 2008.09 season. Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort will work again with CCUSA to hire J1 visa applicants for the 2008.09 winter season. If you are interested in applying with us as an J1, please come to the CCUSA Job fairs to secure your spot for the 2008.09 season.

Check out the Job Fairs that we will be attending. All J1 Visa applicants will be 'locked in' to the contract dates. Please be aware of this prior to completing your application.

APPLY FOR H2B

APPLY FOR H2B EXTENSION

	J-1 Visa	H2B Visa
ELIGIBILITY	To qualify you must be a registered student, between 18-30 years old Apply for J1 Visa through Work & Travel program. Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort attends Job Fairs and makes offers to applicants. Find out if you qualify for a J1 Visa at www.CCUSA.com and www.CIEE.org.	Qualifications & experience required are outlined on the job posting. Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort typically hires Ski or Snowboard Instructors (Non-certified to Level III) or qualified Ski Patrol and qualified Snowmakers/Groomers, Lift Operators, F&B Cashiers and Ticket Sellers. Resumes are accepted. Job offers will be made in July. Must have current passport valid through November 1, 2009 .
VISA RESTRICTIONS	The J-1 Visa is granted through an International Work & Travel program. Restrictions are subject to approval from work and travel program. Employees with a J-1 Visa are allowed to work in multiple jobs; there are no job restrictions apart from domestic work. Students must work until the expiration of their Visa, or Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort will “withdraw” their J1 Visa via the Work and Travel company. All J1 job offers will be “locked in” to their Visa dates.	The H2B Visa is subject to USCIS approval and consulate approval. H2B employees are only permitted to work at Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort (Visa sponsor) while in the United States. In the event that an employee on an H2B is terminated he/she will be required to leave the country. H2B applicants should not purchase airline tickets until the Visa has been approved. Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort will update all applicants as to when their Visa has been approved.
JOBS	J-1 applicants may apply for any open position at Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort. Check out our list of Hot Jobs. Visit us at a Job Fair at a city near you. J1 applicants must work for at least 30 days in the position they were offered prior to requesting a position transfer.	Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort designates what positions will be petitioned with USCIS. It is based on seasonal demand based on our business trends. We typically hire Ski and Snowboard Instructors (Non-Certified to Level III), Experienced Ski Patrol, Lifts Operators, Ticket Sellers, and Food & Beverage Cashiers. (Apply for H2B)
VISA DATES	The J-1 Visa allows you to work for a four month period, with a 30 day grace period for travel. Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort requires all J-1 Visa employees to work the entire duration of their Visa.	If the Visa is approved it will be valid from November 1st , 2008 to May 1st 2009(subject to USCIS approval process). Employees on an H2B must commit to working for the duration of their Visa. This Visa holder is required to leave the US immediately following the expiration date indicated on the Visa.
COST	No cost outside of the fee required by the Work and Travel company you choose. Visit www.CCUSA.com.	Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort will charge a nominal fee to the employee to cover the processing fees. Cost will not exceed $200 USD. Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort does not cover any fees associated to the cost of travel and interview fees.

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