J-1 Visa Hotel Jobs
Hotel positions in the United States are available to international candidates through the J-1 visa Intern and Trainee program categories, which cover front desk, food and beverage, housekeeping management, and hospitality operations roles. A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and provides sponsorship, while the hotel acts as your host employer.
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As grand as the history behind it, the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa, located in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, is gracious in ambiance and generous in amenities. A favorite New England retreat of presidents, poets and celebrities, the hotel delights every sense with enchanting music, refined dining and luxurious décor. The resort is home to award-winning alpine and Nordic skiing at Bretton Woods - the state’s largest ski area which is consistently recognized among the best for snow quality, grooming and service. A famed Donald Ross-designed Golf Course, nature-inspired Spa and year-round Canopy Tour add to our wide variety of world-class activities, adventure and wellness offerings, attracting guests from around the globe all year long.
Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa and Bretton Woods Ski Area associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. The Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa is committed to serve our associates and nurture their growth. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment each day. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa and Bretton Woods Ski Area may be your perfect match.
Overview:
This internship, which is perfect for hospitality students, will provide a hands-on training opportunity for someone to learn various aspects of the hotel business. This position is a “utility player” who will rotate throughout various food and beverage departments and positions based upon business need. Our Omni Care Interns are provided with mentorship and opportunities that can lead to future growth within the company, including consideration for our LID (Leader in Development) program.
Responsibilities:
- Flexible in working various entry level service positions within the property.
- Position will rotate between food and beverage outlets and banquets. Additional departments/roles may be added based on business needs.
- Attend to and anticipate guest’s needs.
- Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in scheduling.
- Demonstrate excellent teamwork.
- Attend Omni Care Internship training and enrichment seminars through the summer season.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Operations Leader.
Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills – both written and verbal required.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Previous experience in a customer service position preferred.
- Willingness to learn and take on different projects.
- Ability to adapt to changing environment.
- Must be able to walk, sit, stand, squat, and lean during daily business for extended periods of time.
Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:
EEOC is the Law Poster.
Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.
If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.
Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa
As grand as the history behind it, the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa, located in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, is gracious in ambiance and generous in amenities. A favorite New England retreat of presidents, poets and celebrities, the hotel delights every sense with enchanting music, refined dining and luxurious décor. The resort is home to award-winning alpine and Nordic skiing at Bretton Woods - the state’s largest ski area which is consistently recognized among the best for snow quality, grooming and service. A famed Donald Ross-designed Golf Course, nature-inspired Spa and year-round Canopy Tour add to our wide variety of world-class activities, adventure and wellness offerings, attracting guests from around the globe all year long.
Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa and Bretton Woods Ski Area associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. The Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa is committed to serve our associates and nurture their growth. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment each day. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa and Bretton Woods Ski Area may be your perfect match.
Overview:
This internship, which is perfect for hospitality students, will provide a hands-on training opportunity for someone to learn various aspects of the hotel business. This position is a “utility player” who will rotate throughout various food and beverage departments and positions based upon business need. Our Omni Care Interns are provided with mentorship and opportunities that can lead to future growth within the company, including consideration for our LID (Leader in Development) program.
Responsibilities:
- Flexible in working various entry level service positions within the property.
- Position will rotate between food and beverage outlets and banquets. Additional departments/roles may be added based on business needs.
- Attend to and anticipate guest’s needs.
- Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in scheduling.
- Demonstrate excellent teamwork.
- Attend Omni Care Internship training and enrichment seminars through the summer season.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Operations Leader.
Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills – both written and verbal required.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Previous experience in a customer service position preferred.
- Willingness to learn and take on different projects.
- Ability to adapt to changing environment.
- Must be able to walk, sit, stand, squat, and lean during daily business for extended periods of time.
Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:
EEOC is the Law Poster.
Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.
If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Hotel
Match your documents to program category requirements
Intern status requires current enrollment or graduation within the past 12 months. Trainee status requires a degree plus one year of work experience, or five years of hospitality experience with no degree. Confirm which category fits before approaching host employers.
Target hotels with established international training programs
Full-service properties with HR departments familiar with DS-2019 compliance are far more likely to complete a Training Plan than smaller independent hotels. Look for brands that routinely host J-1 trainees across front office, culinary, and housekeeping management rotations.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-compatible hotel roles
Search Migrate Mate to identify hotel employers and hospitality roles that align with J-1 program categories. Filtering by role type helps you surface positions where the host employer already understands the designated sponsor relationship and training plan obligations.
Negotiate a structured rotation before the offer stage
Your Training Plan must outline specific skills and competencies you'll develop in each department. Hotels that offer only one function, such as housekeeping alone, may not satisfy the structured training requirement. Confirm rotation details with the host employer before your designated sponsor evaluates the plan.
Verify your wage meets the prevailing wage threshold
Your designated sponsor will review compensation to confirm it meets program requirements. Cross-check your offered wage against hospitality occupation data using the OFLC Wage Search before signing an offer letter, so you can flag any shortfall early.
Account for the 30-day grace period when planning your departure
J-1 participants get a 30-day grace period after their program end date to prepare for departure, but you cannot work during that window. Coordinate your final shift with the hotel well in advance so your DS-2019 end date and actual last day align cleanly.
Hotel J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers hotel jobs?
Most hotel positions fall under the Intern or Trainee categories. Intern applies if you're currently enrolled in a hospitality or business degree program, or graduated within the past 12 months. Trainee applies if you hold a degree plus at least one year of related work experience, or have five or more years of hospitality experience without a degree. The specific category determines your maximum program duration and the structure of your Training Plan.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a hotel role?
Your visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hotel itself. Organizations such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT issue your DS-2019, review your Training Plan, and monitor program compliance. The hotel is your host employer. It provides the actual position and signs the Training Plan, but it does not hold designated sponsor status and cannot issue the DS-2019 on its own.
How do I find hotels that will work with a J-1 sponsor organization?
Search Migrate Mate to identify hotel employers and hospitality roles that align with J-1 program requirements. Host employers who have worked with designated sponsors before are far more receptive to completing a Training Plan and coordinating with a third-party sponsor organization. Approaching hotels with no prior J-1 experience significantly slows the process and often results in declined requests.
Does my hotel role have to cover multiple departments to qualify?
Not necessarily, but your Training Plan must demonstrate that you'll develop measurable skills beyond your current competency level. A single-department placement can qualify if the learning objectives are specific and progressive. That said, multi-department rotations across front office, food and beverage, and housekeeping management are more defensible during the designated sponsor's review and better reflect the program's training purpose.
Is there a two-year home residency requirement for hotel J-1 participants?
It depends on your funding source and country of nationality. If your training was funded by your home country government or a U.S. government program, or if your home country appears on the Department of State's Exchange Visitor Skills List, you may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement before changing to certain other visa statuses. Your designated sponsor can confirm whether this requirement applies to your specific situation.