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The South African Chamber of Commerce USA, in partnership with the Western Cape Government and the US Mission in South Africa, is proud to announce an H2A Visa Jobs Fair to connect South Africans with agricultural opportunities in the USA.
Every year, around 11,000 South Africans work for 6-9 months on farms in the USA in a program to bring temporary agricultural workers through the H2A Visa program.
Key Features:
Visa and travel costs are generally reimbursed by the employer. Bursaries are available for those who cannot afford the initial costs. A soft skills training module on living and working in the USA is provided by the University of the Free State. No specific skills are required, but an agricultural background is a plus. Participants return with valuable farming experience, ready to uplift their communities.Join us at the Job Fair hoster by the Western Cape Government:
Date:30 September 2024
Location:Elsenburg
Sessions: 09:00 or 14:00Who will be there?
- The President of the South African Chamber of Commerce USA
- Agents representing US recruiting farmers USA FARM LABOR
- A former H2A participant to share their experience
- Recruiters to enroll applicants
- Casidra (bursary provider)
- The University of the Free State for the soft skills module
Important: Please Note
- Registration is required to attend. Click here to register
- Applicants must be residents of the Western Cape
- Travel to the event is at the attendee’s own cost.
- The Western Cape Department of Agriculture will only provide the platform for private parties to engage.
This is an incredible chance to gain international experience and bring back invaluable skills to your community! Don’t miss out!
