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Paolina Dimitrova and Katrin Sinanova and Seyhan Kavazov
University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”
Virginia · High Sierra Pools
Virginia
Old Dominion
$17–$19 / hourpay range
May 15 – June 1start dates
16employers
About Virginia
Virginia sits next to Washington, D.C., and many participants live in the capital’s suburbs. The main employer hires lifeguards for residential-community pools in Arlington and Fairfax counties. Training and certification are covered before the season starts. On days off, students head to Washington — the city centre is about 30 minutes away by Metro.
Where is it?
Virginia States with Orange jobs
Nearest international airports: Washington Dulles (IAD) and Richmond (RIC).
Why Virginia
- 01
Lifeguard jobs are among the best-paid positions for beginners.
- 02
Washington is a short Metro ride away, with free Smithsonian museums.
- 03
An early season suits students with early exam sessions.
Employers in Virginia
View all jobs from this stateBubba's Seafood Restaurant & Shellfish, Co.
$15.00 / hour
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
High Sierra Pools
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
$15.00 / hour
Holiday Inn & Suites North Beach
Holiday Inn VA Beach Oceanside
Hollywood Pictures LLC (1415 Atlantic Ave)
$13.75 / hour
Hollywood Pictures LLC (1905 Atlantic Ave)
$13.75 / hour
Hollywood Pictures LLC (2705 Atlantic Ave)
$13.75 / hour
Hollywood Pictures LLC (3240 Atlantic Ave)
$13.75 / hour
Hollywood Pictures LLC (812 Atlantic Ave)
$13.75 / hour
Mosaic Bazaar
Mosaic Cafe Eatery
Mr. Baldy's Family Restaurant
Roma Pizza
$12.77 / hour
Salamander Resort and Spa
Positions available here
- Lifeguards
- Pool attendants
- Sales staff
- Front desk
After the program
Travel north to New York or south to Florida.
What students from Virginia say
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I have been part of the Orange team for two seasons and love helping students take one of their boldest journeys. I joined Work and Travel on my own and came home with countless new friendships. I have spent two incredible summers in Massachusetts and explored many of the USA’s best-known and more remote corners.