J1 Accommodation Tips

How to Find Housing

See here for advice and ideas on how to find yourself housing Stateside. We don't provide housing but we can tell you how previous J1'ers did it.

Our top tips for finding J1 accomodation

Book more hostel time than you think you need

You may get lucky and find a place on your second day, or it may take you a week or more to find accommodation that suits your needs.

Get the low down

Facebook groups, previous J1 students' feedback - these can be great resources for your J1 housing search.

Be very careful

IF you accept housing without seeing it first. If possible, always view accommodation before you pay for anything. Be aware that some housing is very cheap for a reason.

Questions to Ask:

Will I be able to get to work easily from this area?
Are there any costs not included in the rent?
What facilities are available?
Is the accommodation furnished?
How much will I need to pay in advance?

Sites to check out:

J1Accom.com rent.com housing.ucla.edu ocean-city.com roommates.com campusrent.com realtor.com craigslist.org

Jobs that will send you packing

USIT virtual J1 jobs fairs are back!

We have a present for you. Relax this Christmas knowing your J1 summer '24 job is sorted. We have 150+ jobs up for grabs at our virtual J1 hiring fairs. The dates are: 24 Nov for Chicago J1 jobs, 1 and 15 Dec for NYC jobs, and 11-15 Dec for San Diego jobs. Book J1 now to join.

Meet our Insiders!

The inside scoop on J1

Thinking about a summer J1, but need a feel for what it's actually like? Meet our USIT J1 Insiders - Xav, Aisling and Lisa. Our class of '23 Insiders did their J1s in New York, Florida and Nantucket - and will be popping up across our channels to share their experience and answer your questioms. Watch their first episodes here and follow @usittravel for more content, FAQs and takeovers.