56. Talk with your partner about your ability to go to the u.S. Concerning each point of Ex. 55. Do you have any problems? How can you solve them?

57. Project task. Visit the CIEE website and print out the samples of the documents necessary for leaving the USA (the list is given below). Tell other students about the documents you have found emphasising the main features.

Entering the U.S. - Important Documents

When you enter the U.S. with the Work & Travel USA Program, you are under the status of a "J-1 Exchange Visitor." This gives you the right to work legally in the U.S. under the terms of the program. When coming through immigration at the airport, you will need to show the following documents to the Immigration Officer:

• DS-2019 form (issued by CIEE as your legal sponsor)

• Passport with J-1 Visa (except for Canadian students)

• I-94 card (This is the white card which you will receive on the airplane; this is a U.S. Government entry document). Do not use the green visa waiver card! Save this card; it is vital when applying for Social Security!

• Employment Offer Agreement Form (EOAF)

• Form 1-797, SEVIS Receipt Fee

Before leaving for the US, be sure to print out these documents:

• Dear Employer Letter(Give this to your employer in the US when you arrive. This letter explains that you are a participant on the Work & Travel USA program through CIEE, and will assist your employer in setting up your paycheck properly.)

• Social Security Application(Be sure to take this completed application to the Social Security office.)

• Dear Social Security Officer(CIEE provides you with this letter to help you through the Social Security process. Please take this with you when you apply for your card, and present to the Social Security Officer.)

• Legal Opinion Letter(After you have applied for your Social Security Card, it is legal for you to receive paychecks even if you are still waiting for your card. This letter explains this fact, and is written by an attorney in case your employer has any questions.)

58. Along with customs inspection people entering some other country should pass immigration procedure. It is important that you cooperate fully with the Immigration Officer and answer all questions clearly and respectfully. The officer may ask you for some general details about your visit. You will also show the officer the documents listed below.

The procedure for entering the U.S. is as follows:

• When you arrive in the U.S., present your DS-2019 form and your J-1 visa in your passport to an officer of the Immigration Officer.

• The Immigration Officer will take a copy of your DS-2019 form and return one to you. Keep your copy of the DS-2019 form safely with your passport at all times. If your DS-2019 is lost or stolen, contact CIEE immediately.

• The Immigration Officer will also stamp your I-94 card. One part of the I-94 will be stapled to your passport and the other copy will be kept by Immigration as a record of your arrival. When you depart the U.S., your I-94 card will be taken and sent to the USCIS (Unites States Citizenship and Immigration Services). This is a record that you departed the country by the end of your authorized stay. This card must be with your passport at all times and is almost impossible to replace if lost, so please keep it safe.

And now complete and reproduce the dialogue:

Immigration Officer: Will you show me your passport, please.

Passenger: ______________________________

Immigration Officer: What is the purpose of your visit?

Passenger: ______________________________

Immigration Officer: ______________________________

Passenger: ______________________________

59. Registration is another important step. SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) has been set up by the government in an effort to keep track of all J-1 participants. Therefore, it is VERY IMPORTANT that you register with SEVIS within 20 days of your arrival. At your orientation session, you will be given precise details about SEVIS. Read the information and answer the following questions:

1. What is SEVIS?

2. How can you register with SEVIS?

3. What information should be provided?

4. What are the time constraints of the registration?

- Your DS-2019 number

- The address where you are living in the U.S.

- The address where you are working in the U.S.

- Your supervisor's information.

- Your email address.

There are 3 ways to register with SEVIS:

1. GO TO www.mysevis.com.

2. Call 1-888-COUNCIL (1 888 268 6245), and a Customer Service Representative will assist you.

3. Use the ORANGE POSTCARD you received at orientation. There is no need to provide postage; just fill it out and put it in the mail!

IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NO REGISTER FOR SEVIS UNTIL YOU ARE IN THE U.S.

IF YOU DO NOT REGISTER FOR SEVIS, YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR CIEE SPONSORSHIP AND PROGRAM TERMINATION! PLEASE DO NOT FORGET THIS IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT!!!

If you change your address, you will need to update SEVIS with this information. To do this, please call 1-888-COUNCIL or visit the SEVIS web site.

YOU HAVE 10 DAYS FROM THE TIME YOU MOVE TO CHANGE THIS INFORMATION!

60. You may be surprised at some of the characteristics you find in the U.S. workplace. Supervisors may share personal information that you would normally share only with close friends and may allow you to call them by their first name. Socializing on the job is common, and your boss will often join in. Despite this friendliness, you are always expected to do your job and act appropriately. To succeed in your job, you will be expected to:

Be a Team Player

You'll find that working in the U.S. is all about "teamwork." U.S. citizens often use "team sport" vocabulary in the workplace. Help your co-workers, and don't be afraid to ask for their help when you need it. Your employer may even ask you to perform tasks outside of your job description. This is normal, and will benefit your level of experience!

The ultimate goal in the U.S. workplace is completing the job. Members of a workgroup, including your boss will be very flexible about the work each team member does to achieve that goal.

Be On Time- Punctuality!

Being "on time" is essential, and showing up earlier than expected makes a good impression on your employer. Showing up late is unacceptable – if you are late repeatedly, you will be seen as a person who doesn't take their job seriously. You will find that during business hours, conversations are usually short and to the point. You will have plenty of time to get to know your colleagues during breaks.

Dress Appropriately

Look at how others dress to see what is appropriate clothing. You should attempt to match the look of the workplace. If in doubt, dress conservatively! You should also dress conservatively for job interviews; even if the workplace dress is casual, you should dress somewhat formally for the interview. During the interview you can ask about the style of dress required for your particular job.

Do as the Others Do

U.S. Citizens shake hands often, and do not kiss cheeks as often as other nationalities. Shake hands firmly. Try not to be too quiet, as people in the U.S. often enjoy seeing emotional reactions, and a reserved attitude may suggest that you are unfriendly.

Keep Your Promises

If you have agreed to work a certain amount of time for your employer, you should keep your promise. Employers, especially those involved with summer or winter tourism, rely on their staff to work until the agreed date. If you do end up leaving your job before the agreed date, you should give two weeks written notice before leaving.

Be Enthusiastic and Flexible

Have a positive attitude towards the job you accept. Participants who arrive to work with "wrong" expectations irritate employers. Employers are looking for workers who are enthusiastic and willing to learn. Flexibility, enthusiasm, and teamwork are very important in the U.S. workplace. Without these, you risk losing your job.