Blog
Discover the latest insights and trends in the hospitality industry with our newest article. Dive into hospitality trends, J1 visa insights, and practical tips designed to elevate your hospitality career
One Virtual Meeting. Your Next U.S. Opportunity.
You have the hospitality degree. You have been building your experience. Now comes the harder question: how do you actually get...
Insight
Why International Experience Can Transform Your Hospitality Career
What if the next step in your hospitality career isn't just a new job, but a new country?
National Hotel Employee Day 2026: Celebrating the People Behind Hospitality
Every great hotel experience starts with the people behind it.
Employers, Education
Hospitality English Essentials: Phrases Hotel Employee Should Know
Working in a US hotel means talking to guests, coworkers, and supervisors all day long — often in fast-moving, real-time...
Cultural Exchange
From Culture Shock to Cultural Insights: Guide to Living in the USA
Moving to the United States can be exciting: a new workplace, new city, new people, and new opportunities. But even when you are...
J-1 Visa
Why Pursue Hospitality Internships in the USA?
Every global career begins with an opportunity to learn, grow, and experience something beyond your usual environment. For...
Insight, Hospitality
Why Hotel Restaurants Are Becoming the New Travel Destination
For years, travelers followed a familiar routine: book a flight, reserve a hotel, and then decide where to eat after arriving.
Insight
Adrian Zecha: The Man Behind Aman Resort
When people think of the world's most luxurious hotel brands, names like Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, or Mandarin Oriental often...
J-1 Visa
7 Hospitality Interview Questions (and How to Answer Them)
Preparing for a hospitality interview can feel overwhelming, especially if you're applying for an international opportunity.
Insight, Hospitality
Michelin Star vs Michelin Key: What's the Difference?
If you've ever planned a luxury vacation or searched for the world's best restaurants, you've probably come across the terms...
- May 05
My experience in the USA gave me the perfect opportunity to explore the world firsthand, face new challenges, adapt to a
- May 05
I would say I learned a lot from the best there is in the service industry, they taught me everything I should know to perform
- May 05
Thank you HRC for giving me the opportunity for my J1 in San Francisco. I stayed a year in the downtown, close to Union Square,
- May 05
I’ve learned so much throughout this journey—from work skills to adapting to a new environment, language, culture, and
- May 05
My experience has been incredible. I had the opportunity to work in an environment surrounded by executives and supervisors
- May 05
I feel honored and blessed to be able to learn and develop my career from a very fantastic team and be appreciated and valued
- November 20
It’s been a year since my first day at The Barnett by Hyatt, formerly known as Ace Hotel New Orleans. My J1 program has been an
- November 20
I lived in South California for a year as a line cook during my culinary internship. I get to work with amazing people and
- November 04
As a cook, I was able to learn a lot. I worked with ingredients that I hadn’t known before, learned new techniques, and worked
- November 04
This opportunity was amazing for my career; I gained more knowledge and learned new techniques. I improved my English a lot. I
- November 04
We’ve been partnering with HRC International for about five years. Since 2019, we’ve hosted J-1 teammates from over 15
- November 04
We have been working with HRC International for years. They are able to find the best talents and candidates from all over the
- November 01
The greatest accomplishment I learned was being a leader in the kitchen team, organizing and keeping the line service in full
- November 01
My first days at the restaurant were great! After my introduction, I began my training. The employees were welcoming, and I
- November 01
Thank you so much for everything you and the HRC team did to ensure I had the best experience possible. 2020 was an interesting
- October 31
It was so wonderful to be at Otesaga; the experience was amazing. The hotel was impeccable, and I learned so much! Everyone was
- October 31
My experience was incredible. I met excellent people from whom I learned every day. Cooperstown is a small but charming place,
- October 31
Coming to the US was an incredible experience, and the best part was meeting all those amazing people and how they became my
- October 31
My internship went great! I worked with wonderful people in Cadillac and loved life in Miami. The program progressed very well,
- October 31
I gained many valuable experiences, knowledge, and skills that will definitely benefit me both personally and professionally. I
- October 31
There were many challenges I had to overcome during my program, but each one made me stronger. One of them was developing my
- May 21
My year with HRC International has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. I’ve had the privilege of meeting
- May 21
Every single day over the past year has been a vibrant chapter of learning and evolution. With not a moment of standstill, I’ve
- May 21
I started my journey at HRC International as an intern in 2022. HRC International impressed me a lot with its purpose, helping
- May 21
HRC International challenges me in new ways every day, and I’m always learning, which is what I love to do. On top of that, the
- May 21
I can confidently say that choosing to join HRC International was an opportunity I always feel fortunate to have and cherish.
- May 21
My journey with HRC International has been a vibrant tapestry of fun, learning, and adventurous challenges, shaping me into a
- May 21
Back in August 2022, I jumped on board with HRC International, all pumped up to share my international career experiences with
- May 21
For me, HRC International is more than just a company; it resonates deeply with my passion for the hospitality industry. As a
- May 21
HRC International has given me the unique opportunity to be a coach and mentor to thousands of hospitality talents. It has been
- May 21
Reflecting on my time with HRC International, I couldn’t find a more fitting term to describe the organization than a “people
- May 21
It’s been so rewarding to see J-1s experience life in the US and to help guide and support them throughout the entire process.
- May 21
Joining amidst the pandemic, I witnessed our remarkable rise to success. HRC has provided countless opportunities for my
- April 04
I have continuously worked with HRC since 2005. The relationship that we have built over the years allowed me to integrate over
- January 26
HRC International was probably the best agency in the world for those who wanted to take a big leap in their lives. They were
- January 26
HRC International has helped me significantly in developing my career and gaining valuable life and work experience. Thanks to
- January 26
I have worked with HRC International for 17 years, and the reason why I partnered with them is because they sent only the best
- January 26
The J-1 program has brought me to a new adventure in my life. I have learned many new things as a chef, being taught by all the
- January 26
It’s very sad to be ending this incredible and life-changing journey I experienced in Washington DC. My experience has exceeded
- January 26
I have learned a lot here, worked with and met celebrity chefs, collaborated with other successful restaurants, and created a
- January 26
It was a pleasure to have had this experience. From the beginning, HRC International really helped me with all the processes
- January 26
Being in Miami, living a new culture and lifestyle has made me mature as a human being and as a professional. I have met many
- January 26
Coming to NYC has always been a dream for me. HRC really helped me out with every possible assistance required to make this
- January 26
Being able to work and live here has opened a whole new perspective on the hospitality industry in America. I’ve had an
- January 26
Throughout my program, I witnessed significant growth both professionally and personally. Through departmental rotations and