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Preparing for program

Packing essentials Arrival in the US Customs form Pre-departure COVID-19 testing Things to keep in mind before you leave Travel to the US

Application process

Costs and payments Ready to Hire Resort Leaders interview Preparing your documents

Return flights After program travel Getting around America

Why do I need to file taxes?How do I file my taxes?US tax terminology Using a company to file your US tax return

About Resort Leaders

Life at a resort Resort locations Types of resorts Basics What to do in an emergency Eligibility Returner expectations Other common about resort questions Roles

Life on program

Sexual harassment Leaving your program early I-9 form Social Security W-4 form Rules and regulations What to expect Wise US bank account Paying by US bank account (ACH payments)

Insurance exclusions Insurance overview and terminology Length of insurance coverage Activating your insurance Pre-existing conditions Extending your insurance

DS-2019 form DS-160 Visa sponsor information I-94 record Visa basics SEVIS I-901 receipt

Returning to a resort

Costs and pay New to Resort Leaders: returners Returner eligibility Application process: returners Returner flights

Interns and trainees

Intern & Trainee eligibility

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I-9 form

I-9 form

This is a required form for US employers. It serves as a verification that you are eligible and certified to work legally in the United States.

Last updated June 15, 2026

This is a required form for US employers. It serves as a verification that you are eligible and certified to work legally in the United States.

Your HR onboarding team will support you in completing this during orientation.

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