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You are an exchange student, aren't you?
Yes
Why do you want to go to the USA?
To improve my English, to see the life in another country, to discover a new culture,
to travel and see beautiful places, to make new friends.
What is the purpose of your visit to the US?
To take part in the Camp America Program
When do you want/need to start your job in the US?
1st of June
What job are you going to have in the US?
I will be a member of kitchen staff at the summer camp.
How will this experience help you in your future?
It is easier to get a good job if I speak good English. Work experience in another
country will make me more mature and independent.
Where are you going to work in the US?
To summer camp “Yavneh”, New Hampshire state.
Where are you going to stay in the US? How much is it going to cost you?
I will be live in special houses for stuff in a camp area. It will be free for me as a staff.
How long are you going to stay in the US?
I have to return home before September 10, when my classes start.
What will you do if you have problems with your boss at work in the United
States?
I will try to speak with my boss first, then if it doesn't help I will call Camp America
office or different hotlines for assistance.
When will you leave the US?
Before September 10.
When will you come back to Ukraine?
Before September 10.
What will you do after you come back to Ukraine?
First I will meet my friends and my dear family to tell them about my exciting
summer and show them my photos, then I will get ready for my classes.
Are you married? Do you have children?
No, I am single. No, I don’t have children. I have a boyfriend.
Do you live with your parents? Why? Why not?
No, I am studying in another city, so I live without my parents.
Have you got brothers or sisters? Are they participating in any exchange
programs?
Yes, I have an older sister, she isn’t participating in any of the exchange programs,
but she is studying in Germany now.
Have you ever been abroad? Where & when? Do you like traveling?
Yes, I like travelling so much. I was in Serbia last summer. It was my first trip abroad
and it was so great. I was a participant of the Global Citizen program, and I worked
as an English teacher in a high school.
What is your favorite country? Why?
Actually I don’t have a favorite country, but there are a lot of countries that I want to
visit. For example, USA – it was my childhood dream. Also Germany, France, Italy,
Spain, Japan, China and many others. Each of these countries is special and very-very
beautiful.
Do you have friends or relatives aboard? Do you have friends or relatives in US?
I don't have any friends or relatives in US. Just my sister in Germany.
What do your parents think about your participation in the program?
They are proud of me, but are a little worried too.
Who gives you money for the trip? Who pays for your trip?
My parents and my sister.
What is your parents' (annual) income? How much do your parents earn?
I don’t know. They’ve never told me.
Where do your parents work?
My mother is an accountant and father is a military man.
Do you have a job? Do you work right now?
Yes, part time I am working at the science centre at the University.
Where do you work & what's your job?
Part time I am working at the science centre at Ternopil National Economic
University.
Is it a full-time or a part-time employment?
It is a part-time employment.
How many rooms are there in your flat?
Two.
Can you describe yourself? How can you characterize yourself?
Yes, of course. I’m very active, positive, friendly girl. Moreover, I am hard-working,
reliable, responsible person. I like to help other people, to learn and discover smth
new, to develop myself in general .
Can you describe your hometown?
Terebovlya is my hometown. It is small, but very ancient and beautiful town. We have
a big history since 1097, so you can visit our castle and a lot of different ancient
buildings, streets. Also there is a great nature. We have local forest, river, three parks,
square. And my favorite part of Terebovlya is its unbelievable night sky with many
stars.
Are you a student? Can you say that you are an excellent student?
Yes, I am student. Of course, because I am hard-working and responsible person –
and it really works, I have great results.
Are you a full-time or a part-time student?
I'm a full-time student.
Where do you study?
I study at the Ternopil National Economic University.
What faculty/department do you study at?
I am studying Finance.
Do you know the telephone, that you can call if you rights are violated?
911
Human trafficking resourse center: 1-888-373-7888
Worker Exploitation: 1-888-428-7581
Camp America office
How did you get your job offer? How did you find this job?
I’m participant of the Camp America programme.
Have you contacted your employer?
Yes, of course. We had a skype interview.
What do you know about your employer?
My employer is Camp Yavneh, that located in New Hampshire State. Nearest town is
Northwood. It is a Jewish summer camp. Camp director name is Debbi Sussman.
What will be your duties?
Kitchen work. Cleaning tables, washing dishes, preparing food etc.
Do you have any experience working in the same position?
Yes. Part time I was working at PUB “Hmilne shchastya” as a waitress in Ternopil.
How much money will you make?
1200$
Do you have friends or relatives aboard?
My sister studies in Germany. That’s all.
Do you have to pay for your studies?
No, I have a scholarship.
Have you ever flown by airplane?
Yes, last summer.
When do you usually come at the University?
It is depends on my classes, but usually it is 8 a.m.
Where do you live?
I live in a western part of Ukraine, in Ternopil city.
Do you use the elevator?
Yes, very often.
What do you like to eat?
I like salads a lot, so I cook it very often.
What is your favorite sport?
I like to play volleyball with my friends and also watch football games.
Where does your family do (go) in summer?
Usually, we spend our summer at a hometown, because parents are working. We go
for walks together, make picnics, fishing and smth like that. But sometimes, when
they take a vacation, we go to the sea, for example to Odessa, or to Carpathians
mountains.
Are you travelling alone?
Yes. (why alone?)
Do you have a good memory?
Yes, I have a good memory.
Is you city large or small?
Ternopil is smth in the middle. We have a population around 250 000.
How long have you been living there?
Two years or it is my Second year.
What kind of job would you like?
I prefer headwork. - I would like to work with people.
Do you help your parents?
Yes, I try to help my parents every time when I come to home.
Do you have a pet?
Yes, a dog.
What is a god’s name?
Jack.
Do you have a car?
Yes.
What kind of car?
Chery Elara
Do your parents have a car?
Yes.
When is you birthday?
27 of June
Did you have a birthday party last year?
Yes, it was awesome.
What presents did you get?
My parents gave me money and friend organized unforgettable trip for me.
When did you meet your boyfriend?
3 month ago.