International Work & Travel Program

• 'Is It Possible' Book
• Housing Contract
• Resort Map
• Payroll Earnings/W2 Retrieval

Students will be orientated within 2 to 3 days of their arrival and should be prepared to present the following paperwork:

• VISA
• Passport
• DS2019 Form
• Social Security Card (if you already have one.)

As you can see by our website, we are one of the premier waterpark resorts in the state of Wisconsin. Our property features: Indoor and outdoor waterparks, Hotel, condominiums and villa accommodations, 18-hole championship golf course, meeting and convention facilities, Unique bars, restaurants and gift shops.

We are located 3 miles north of the city of Wisconsin Dells on the bluffs overlooking the historic Wisconsin River. You can see a map of Wisconsin Dells here.

Tourists have been vacationing in Wisconsin Dells for over 100 years enjoying the spectacular natural scenery on the Wisconsin River. Over the years, other tourist attractions have been constantly developing in this area to make Wisconsin Dells the most popular tourist attraction destination in the Midwest.

Students are expected to pay the program fee of $250 upon arrival at Chula Vista Resort. $100 of the $250 program fee is a non-refundable administration fee.

Social Security Appointments are scheduled at our local Social Security office for all international students. Sign-ups are required during orientation and transportation to the office is provided free of charge.

Contact: Tiffany Wagner, J1 Student Coordinator at twagner@chulavistaresort.com

Address:
Chula Vista Resort
2501 River Road
P.O. Box 30
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
608-254-8366, dial ext. 5457 (J1 extension) or dial "0" for the operator.

Directions: Students will have to take the Amtrak Train or Greyhound Bus from any of the area airports (Madison, Milwaukee or Chicago) to Wisconsin Dells. Please let us know of any travel changes. You can also message us on Whatsapp at 6082541614 if you need to contact us for any reason. When you arrive in Wisconsin Dells, we may be able to pick you up from the train or bus station. If we are not able to, you may have to take a short taxi ride to the resort. Once you arrive at Chula Vista Resort, go to the front desk and tell them you are a international student and they will assist you.

Weather: Wisconsin has four very distinct seasons (spring, summer, fall and winter). Students are expected to arrive prepared.

Spring (March-June): Weather can be cool and rainy. Warm jackets and rain coats are necessary.
Summer (June-September): Weather can be very hot and humid. Temperatures may reach as high as 100*F or 38*C.
Fall (September-November): Weather is typically mild and sunny. The days are warm (65-75*F or 18-24*C), but the evenings and nights are cool and require a warm jacket.
Winter (November-March): Weather is very cold, sometimes as low as -30*F or -34*C. Snowfall is expected and heavy winter coats, gloves, scarves, hats and boots are needed.

Chula Vista Resort housing is located on property and is a short one block walk from the main building. Housing charges are $95 per week and this amount is deducted from the paycheck at the rate of $190 as we are paid every two weeks. One unit, (dorm style), can accommodate 4 to 6 tenants and students should be prepared to room with other international students.

Students are responsible for their own personal property and are encouraged to leave valuables and personal mementos at home as space is limited in each room. Chula Vista Resort provides linens which include towels, sheets, blankets, pillows, mattress pads and bed spreads. Most units have their own kitchens including, range top, oven, microwave oven and apartment-sized refrigerator. The rooms are also supplied with dishes, utensils, pots and pans.

The housing complex also has its own laundromat and Wi-Fi access. It it highly recommended that you bring along a device with internet access such as a laptop, tablet or smartphone. Before you purchase a mobile phone please make sure that you will have strong service in the southcentral area of Wisconsin.

Chula Vista Resort is located 3 miles from the downtown area of Wisconsin Dells. In the downtown area you will find a bank, post office, grocery store, Western Union, library and medical facilities. We are located 6 miles from the nearest Wal-Mart and Tanger Outlet Mall.

Click here for more information about housing.

All prices are subject to change.

Female Lifeguards

Swimsuit - $29 | Shorts - $18 | T-Shirt - $7 | Lanyard & Whistle - $6 | Hat - $7 | Visor - $9 | Hip Pack & Mask - $19 | Water Bottle - $4

Total: $90
Please bring with you a pair of water shoes and sunglasses (summer).

Male Lifeguards
Swimsuit - $25 | T-Shirt - $7 | Lanyard & Whistle - $6 | Hat - $7 | Visor - $9 | Hip Pack & Mask - $19 | Water Bottle - $4

Total: $68
Please bring with you a pair of water shoes and sunglasses (summer).

Housekeepers
Shirt - $23
Please bring with you black pants and black comfortable shoes.

Bussers
Shirt - $20
Please bring with you black pants. Non-slip black shoes are required.

Concessions
Shirt - $26.50
Please bring with you black pants and black comfortable shoes.

Park Services
Shirt - $30
Please bring with you black or khaki pants and comfortable athletic shoes.

Water Park Front Desk
Shirt - $27
Please bring with you black or khaki pants and comfortable athletic shoes.

Kitchen Assistant
Chef Coat - $25
Hat - $8
Please bring with you black pants. Non-slip black shoes are required.

To view a full description of job positions, please click here.

• To help ensure your safety while getting around, please view the Wisconsin Dells biking and walking safety video here.
• Please join the International Student Consortium Facebook page to stay updated on events and activities by clicking here.