North and South Carolina

NORTH AND SOUTH CAROLINA

Atlantic Beach (North Carolina)

It is a town in North Carolina State on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. This is a small community which has a population of about 2000 people. It is recognizable as a relaxed place for family holidays and excursions. Its location makes it suitable for shopping, night life or visiting restaurants. Since 1900, this place has attracted surfers, beach lovers with its numerous beaches, restaurants, shops, fishing tournaments, annual festivals. Tourists can stay in private motels or resorts and visit over 30 restaurants. Main source of profit is tourism.

Climate: subtropical with long and hot summers, whereas average summer temperature is 31°C

Myrtle Beach (South Carolina)

It is situated in South Carolina in the middle of related beaches known under the name Grand Strand. Myrtle Beach is one of bigger tourist centers in the USA. Because of its subtropical climate and long sandy beaches, it attracts over 14 million tourists in a year. This artificial island has a population of 27000 people. Myrtle Beach is a host to many conventions, music concerts and other events. Nearby attractions include golf courts, beaches, a few fun parks, aquarium and over 1900 restaurants. It is estimated that there are about 460 hotels in the surroundings and many of them are on the coast. In a nearby town, Myrtle Waves, there is one of the largest water parks on the east coast in the USA. The promenade is opened in 2010 and it is on the third place on a list of the best promenades in the USA according to National Geographic. Surrounding of Myrtle Beach represents the biggest area for shopping in South Carolina. Dominant area of economy is tourism which provides millions of dollars of income every year.

Climate: Humid subtropical climate and it brings summer temperatures of 28-33°C to this area.

Johnny Rockets

Johnny Rockets is an American restaurant franchise with thematic decorations of their restaurants in style of the 50s of the 20th century. It was established in 1986 and today, it is present in 26 countries worldwide.

Job title Hourly wage Tips Housing provided Housing cost per week
Server $2.15 Yes Yes $100.00
Restaurant Worker $6.55+tip or $7.50; Varies Yes $100.00

Extreme Pizza

Extreme Pizza is a restaurant franchise specialized for traditional and Californian type of pizzas. It was established in 1994 in San Francisco and, at this moment, it has over 30 objects through the USA. All the restaurants are decorated with the thematic of extreme sports..

Job title Hourly wage Tips Housing provided Housing cost per week
Server $2.15 Yes Yes $100.00
Kitchen Worker $7.25- $8.50 Varies Yes $100.00

Charleston (South Carolina)

Charleston is one of the oldest towns in South Carolina and the second due to its population. It was established in 1670 and it got its name after English king Charles II of England.

Charleston is known for its unique culture which fits with its traditional southern, French and West African elements. Town center, which is situated on the semi peninsula, gained reputation due to its art, music, fashion and its local cuisine.

Charleston has many historical buildings, museums, theatres (the first theatre in the USA was built here), over 700 restaurants and about 60 hotels which make a rich tourist offer.

Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina
It is situated on the coast close to the historical part of the town Patriots Point. It offers

a private beach, golf courts, marina, restaurant on the roof of the hotel, outdoor pool, gym and other facilities to its guests.

Job title Hourly wage Tips Housing provided Housing cost per week
Housekeeping & Laundry Attendant $9.00 Maybe Yes $155.00

Eagles Beachwear Myrtle Beach area

Eagles Beachwear is a company that has been serving its customers for 30 years at Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The store itself is recognized in the city as a large selection of holiday goods as well as equipment and beach clothes. The store is located close to beaches, clubs and bars, as well as various restaurants and hotels where students can find additional work. What the employer offers to students is interaction with other J1 students, the ability to acquire new friendships, acquire new experience as well as improve the English language. The employer provides accommodation for its students at a price of $ 95, as well as free uniforms for their students, as well as the ability to find additional work.

Myrtle Beach is a city with 100km long and beautiful beaches and is one of the most famous resorts on the east coast with over 350,000 tourists during the summer season.

The position that the employer offers and for which he employs is Store Associate. What the employer requires from a student when he employs this position is an excellent knowledge of the English language, that he/she is individual but also the team player, the basic mathematical operations of compilation and deduction when selling, is kind, adventurous, and helps customers in choosing things that are needed.

Position description:  A student can work in several positions where he can be rotated depending on the need, some of which are Sales / Fitting Attendant, Cashier, Sales (second shift from 16h to 24h). The student should assist clients in selecting goods, trying bathing suits, working in the cabin for testing clothes, filling the shelves if some goods are missing, cleaning the shop, working on the cashier. Some of the other obligations that a student has at work are receiving money at the box office, returning cousins, paying by credit card, packing goods, helping select the size of the clothing. The schedule for this business is $ 8. The minimum number of hours worked during the summer is 35, but the employer gives the possibility of overtime work. Students are required to wear uniforms at work that is free and provided by the employer. Training for each position at work lasts 2-3 days and is paid $ 8 per hour.

Accommodation is provided by the employer and it can be in a house or a motel with a complete kitchen and basic furniture. Accommodation is located at a distance from work so that students can walk to work or go by bikes. The landlord requires that students pay a deposit at arrival in the amount of $ 200 and that half of it is retained due to the cost of maintaining the accommodation.

Students will be deployed in one of the following locations:

Surfside Beach (Bargain)
Garden City (Eagles)
Litchfield (Eagles)
Pawleys Island (Eagles)
Mt. Pleasant (Pipeline)

Myrtle Beach is a city with 60 miles long and beautiful beaches and is one of the most famous resorts on the east coast with over 350 000 tourists during the summer season.

The position that the employer offers and for which he employs is Store Associate. What the employer requires from a student when he employs this position is an excellent knowledge of the English language, that the individual but also the team player, the basic mathematical operations of compilation and deduction when selling, is kind, adventurous, and helps customers in choosing things that are needed.

Position description A student can work in several positions where he can be rotated depending on the need, some of which are Sales / Fitting Attendant, Cashier, Sales (second shift from 16h to 24h). The student should assist clients in selecting goods, trying bathing suits, working in the cabin for testing clothes, filling the shelves if some goods are missing, cleaning the shop, working on the cashier. Some of the other obligations that a student has at work are receiving money at the box office, returning cousins, paying by credit card, packing goods, helping select the size of the clothing. The schedule for this business is $8 . The minimum number of hours worked during the flight is 35, but the employer gives the possibility of overtime work. Students are required to wear uniforms at work that is free and provided by the employer. Training for each position at work lasts 2-3 days and is paid $ 8 per hour.

Accommodation is provided by the employer and it can be in a house or a motel with a complete kitchen and basic furniture. Accommodation is located at a distance from work so that students can walk to work or go bikes. The landlord requires that students pay a deposit at arrival in the amount of $ 200 and that half of it is retained due to the cost of maintaining the accommodation

Wydham Oceana Resort

Wydham Oceana Resort is a group of hotels that has their own accommodation facilities along South Carolina. Several hotels are located in Myrtle Beach, while one is located in North Myrtle Beach.

Bay Watch Resort is a hotel in North Myrtle Beach which has a large number of complimentary amenities, such as outdoor pools and inlets, several restaurants and beach access. It is located in a very popular and popular tourist location. There is a large number of shops, restaurants and a large promenade is in the immediate vicinity. The employer provides student accommodation for only $ 100 a week, and the accommodation is only a few minutes away from work. The employer also organizes employee gatherings and various entertainment activities.

Camelot by the Sea and Patricia Grand Resort are hotels located in Myrtle Beach. Accommodation is provided to students by the employer and is within a few minutes of walking from a job, and the price is $ 100 per week. Students have the opportunity to work in one of the most popular tourist destinations. The positions on which the employer employs students are the Front Desk, Food and Beverage and Pool Attendant.

Job title Hourly wage Tips Housing provided Housing cost per week Minimum hours per week
Front Desk Services $ 9.00 No Yes 100.00 32 hours
Pool Attendant $ 9.00 No Yes 100.00 30 hours
Food and Beverage $ 5.00 Yes Yes 100.00 30 hours