Who We Are?
The Students’ Work and Travel Programme (SWAT) was developed by Mark Foster (Askia) who was a beneficiary of a Work and Travel Programme and have shared the wonderful and enlightening experience of learning about the cultures, languages and customs of other countries through international education and work exchange programs. SWAT was established as a collective effort to provide the opportunity for university students to embark on an adventure to experience life and culture in the US, earn money and internationalize their résumés.
Our Sponsors
Empowering Students through Cultural Exchange Experiences. Join us as we partner with leading organizations to offer life-changing opportunities for university students to work and immerse themselves in the US.
SWAT collaborates with Cultural Home-stay International (CHI), Greenheart Exchange and Spirit which are non-profit, public benefit, educational organizations that sponsors other Work and Travel agencies internationally. This collaboration helps university students to travel to the US and benefit from the cultural exchange experience. Students are able to work in the US for up to four months during the summer period (May-September).
Meet the Staff
Passionate Professionals Committed to Your Success. Meet the exceptional individuals who form the backbone of our organization, working tirelessly to ensure your experience is seamless, memorable, and transformative.
Mark Foster
Team Member
Ignite Your Adventure, Embrace Diversity, and experience cultural exchange
Monica Foster
Team Member
Ignite Your Adventure, Embrace Diversity, and experience cultural exchange
Budd Locke
Team Member
Ignite Your Adventure, Embrace Diversity, and experience cultural exchange
Mark Foster
Founder
Ignite Your Adventure, Embrace Diversity, and experience cultural exchange