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New Report: BridgeUSA Programs Benefit America and the World
New Report: BridgeUSA Programs Benefit America and the World

New Report: BridgeUSA Programs Benefit America and the World

March 5, 2025

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A new report by the Alliance for International Exchange demonstrates how the Summer Work Travel (SWT) program strengthens America economically and diplomatically.

The 2024 study, conducted by Rajika Bhandari Advisors, surveyed over 5,300 program alumni and 600 employers who participated between 2019-2023.

Economic Benefits

  • In 2023, SWT participants contributed $353 million to the U.S. economy.
  • The program provides critical support to seasonal businesses, with 86% of employers relying on participants to fill staffing shortages.
  • Without these international visitors, 82% of businesses report they would face negative impacts including reduced service quality and decreased revenue.

Cultural Impact

Host employers report that international participants enhance workplace culture (79%) and increase community cultural awareness (93%).

Diplomatic Value

Upon returning home, 96% of alumni recommend the program to others, while 87% actively share their positive U.S. experiences.

These connections build global goodwill toward America, with 73% of employers stating the program helps establish strategic international alliances.

Learn more about the report:

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Jordan joined the InterExchange Marketing team in July 2019. He has 15 years in Marketing expertise and a love for exploring new countries, learning about other cultures. Loves good and bad horror films, and is an enthusiastic cyclist, photographer and geek.

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