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Your journey starts in Jamaica
International work, training and cultural exchange opportunities—guided by a Jamaican team that keeps every next step clear.
Placement supportKnow where you are going before departure
Pre-departure orientationPractical guidance for a confident start
Visa process guidanceClear document and interview preparation
In-program supportHelp when you need it abroad
Find your pathway
Choose the experience that fits your current stage—student, graduate, skilled professional or cultural-care applicant.
6 Months (Can extend to another 6 Months) - 12 Months (Cannot extend after a year).
This program is designed to allow recent graduates, and young skilled adults with 5 years of experience in the Hospitality Industry (Chefs, Servers and Front Desk Agents)…
3 Months
The Camp Counselor program allows students, youth workers, teachers, nurse and other eligible candidates experienced in working with children professionally, the opportun…
12 - 18 Months
This program allows graduates with at least one year of experience or final-year university or college students to visit the United States, gain exposure to U.S. culture,…
4 Months
Must be enrolled full-time in a university/College pursuing studies at post-secondary accredited academic institutions located outside the United States. This opportunity…
1 Year
WHAT IS AN AU PAIR? Au Pairs are young people from around the world who join American host families, provide up to 45 hours of loving childcare per week while sharing the…
Program availability, fees and eligibility can change. Polaris confirms the current requirements during your assessment. Visa issuance is determined solely by the relevant government authority.
Why Polaris
We make international opportunities feel less overwhelming. From your first assessment to pre-departure preparation, our role is to keep your next step clear and your expectations realistic.
Meet your support team →Advice built around the realities of Jamaican applicants—not a one-size-fits-all process.
Eligibility screening, document checklists and interview preparation before key decisions.
We help participants understand cultural exchange, responsibilities and life abroad.
Orientation and guidance connect you with the right help throughout the program.
Your application roadmap
Every program has different requirements, but your Polaris journey follows a clear, guided path.
Start here
Review the programs, submit your interest form and complete an initial eligibility assessment.
Build your file
Complete the current online application and upload the requested passport, school, work and reference documents.
Find your fit
Prepare for required interviews. Eligible profiles move into sponsor and placement review.
Make it official
Once the required sponsor documentation is issued, complete the current visa application and prepare for the embassy interview.
Ready to go
Attend pre-departure orientation, confirm travel arrangements and keep all emergency contacts accessible.
Use a working email address and mobile number, upload clear documents and check your inbox regularly. Video interviews are arranged through current online meeting tools when required—no Skype ID is needed.
Fees & payments
Know what each payment is for, confirm the amount with Polaris and keep your receipt.
View payment informationStarting payment
Visa application service
Program payments
How to pay
Account details are provided directly by Polaris. Contact the office to get current payment instructions before sending any transfer.
Always verify the account and latest fee schedule directly with Polaris before making a transfer.
Polaris community
Our Scholarship Awardee and Seasonal Ambassador opportunities recognize promising participants and alumni who are ready to lead, communicate and support the next generation of travellers.
For eligible applicants who demonstrate potential, preparation and community-minded leadership.
For confident storytellers who can represent Polaris online, at events and among prospective applicants.
Stories in motion
“ This is Abigail Lawrence A big shout 🙌 out to you guys for this opportunity I am forever grateful 🙏.. Continue to do a great job.”— Abigail Lawrence
Ambassador story
Life at Polaris
Placements, events and the people who make the Polaris community. Select any photo for a closer look.
Latest from Polaris
SPORTS JAMAICAN SPRINT hurdler Ronald Levy says he is surprised to have his A sample turn up a positive result for a banned substance. Yesterday afternoon, news broke that the bronze medallist at the Tokyo Olympics had tested positive for a banned substance, and within hours, he released a statement on social media platform Instagram that promises to be his last until he has gone through the legal process.
Read more →Kingston Wharves Limited (KWL) has suspended operations for today following a bomb threat at the wharf. "Out of an abundance of caution and concern for the safety of its team members and customers, KWL has closed all its warehouse and terminal facilities for the day," the company said in a media release on Monday.
Read more →London Heathrow saw its terminal traffic rise by 18 per cent in October to reach nearly 7 million passengers – only 32,000 travellers lower than in October 2019. The UK hub said this increase meant it was now the fourth busiest airport in the world with long-haul destinations such as Dubai, New York and Los Angeles being particularly popular destinations this year.
Read more →Good to know
Still unsure which program fits? Start with an assessment and the team will point you in the right direction.
Ask a questionAll Applicants can make back their money but there is no guarantee. Remember the purpose of working while overseas is so that your living expenses can be covered during your stay. Factors that may affect how much you make depend on your own individual efforts, your ability to retain a second job, your ability to work overtime, etc.
Yes there is. Eligible applicants should fall within the 18-30 age range.
Yes you can. Applicants are free to stay with relatives on the program. However, Polaris cannot guarantee that we will find you a job where you choose to stay. You can however source your own job.
Rent varies based on the State you are living in. For example, rent is higher in New York as opposed to Florida. Therefore some students may end up paying on average $65 per week while others are paying in the region of $100 weekly.
Certainly. Polaris is responsible for sourcing ONE job for the applicant at their request. The applicant is however free to source other jobs, provided that they do not conflict with the hours of their first job. Please note that all second jobs MUST be approved by the sponsor before you start working that job.
You can choose the State where you would like to work, provided that you are sourcing your own employment. However, if you will be sourcing a job through Polaris, you will have to select from the list of employers that we have contracts with.
We offer job opportunities in the following areas: Cashiering, Servers, Ride Attendants, Housekeepers, Host/Hostess, Park Attendants, Cooks, Lifeguards, etc. Our list is constantly improving as we negotiate additional contracts with new employees each summer.
Yes you may conduct your own job arrangement if you wish
Yes, you will be required to work on weekends due to the nature of the program. For those applicants who are unable to work on weekends due to religious commitments/beliefs, this program, unfortunately, is not conducive to facilitating such religious commitments as most employers’ busiest time period is on the weekends.
Apply online and complete the registration form. You may visit our office or registration booth (campus visit days) and pay JA $2500 registration fee. Upon registration, online access will be given to complete forms
Start your journey
Tell us where you are in your education or career. We’ll help you identify the most suitable pathway and the next documents to prepare.
