At Sea Island, we take great pride in offering a robust and meaningful cultural exchange and training program for our Exchange Visitors. Rooted in Sea Island’s core values of hospitality, learning, and cultural enrichment, our program provides Exchange Visitors with a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the luxury hospitality industry while engaging in authentic cultural immersion in a Forbes Five-Star resort environment.
About The Resort and Location
Home of three Forbes Five-Star experiences: The Cloister, The Lodge, and The Spa at Sea Island Sea Island is an exclusive coastal retreat combining storied Southern charm with modern luxury. Located along Georgia’s Golden Isles, Sea Island is a privately owned destination. The resort complex includes The Cloister, The Lodge, and private Cottages, all part of a gated island community reserved for guests, homeowners, and club members Sea Island Resort. It is the only resort to earn four Forbes Five-Star awards for over fifteen consecutive years. Whether you seek world-class golf, private beaches, signature dining, wellness, or engaging family activities, Sea Island offers experiences tailored for diverse tastes—making it one of the most revered and recognized resort destinations in the United States.
Getting Here
100 Cloister Dr, Sea Island, GA 31561
(877) 234-8898
Fly into Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). Before booking a flight, the participant needs to reach out to Property in order to schedule a personal airport pick up. Sea Island free airport pick up is only provided Wednesday and Thursday at the following times: 12:30pm, 4pm and 9pm.
Opportunity Details
Earn $2500 per month! Based on typical U.S. pay of $14.80 per hour (40 hrs/week)
Culinary
Housing Details
Housing is provided at a cost of . Apartment has 4 individual bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen and Livingroom. Fully equip and linens are included. Washer and Dryer in the facilities.
Rent - $20 per day-payroll deducted
Housing address: 651 Sea Island Rd, St Simons Island, GA
Housing Agreement Required
Additional Details
Uniform is provided by Sea Island
Participant needs to provide non-slip shoes
Deductions: Knife Kit ($150 Dollars deducted in the first 3 paychecks) Housing cost ($20 per day)
1 Meal provided during shift
30% off retail. 20% off food & beverage. 30% off in spa. 24/7 on the Phone Counseling. Airport Pick Up and Drop Off on specific dates.
Cultural Events Such As: Savannah day trips Kayaking excursions on Rainbow Island Dawn Patrol with our Naturalist Master Classes (e.g., chocolate-making, bread fermentation) Luxury Language and Beverage Training.
Other Activities may be offered: First Friday (Downtown Brunswick): Monthly street festival with live music, art vendors, food trucks, and local business specials. Moxie Craft Fest (Brunswick): A curated indie craft market featuring handmade goods, local artists, food, and live entertainment. Shrimp & Grits Festival (Jekyll Island) Southern cuisine, chef demos, craft vendors, and live music. Brunswick Rockin’ Stewbilee A celebration of Brunswick Stew with cook-offs, live entertainment, and family activities. Glynn Arts in the Park Juried art festival showcasing regional and national artists in painting, jewelry, pottery, and more. Golden Isles Food Truck Festival Food trucks, live music, craft beer, and games for all ages. Sea Island’s Holiday Events Tree lighting, gingerbread displays, themed dinners, and seasonal festivities. Juneteenth Festival Celebrating African American culture with performances, vendors, and historical presentations. Fourth of July Celebrations Fireworks, beach parties, and community parades across Sea Island, St. Simons, and Brunswick. Holly Jolly Jekyll Holiday light displays, drive-through experiences, and Christmas activities throughout Jekyll Island. Turtle Crawl Triathlon (Jekyll Island) A charity race supporting sea turtle conservation. Super Museum Sunday Free admission to historic and cultural sites across Coastal Georgia. Movies on the Green Free outdoor movie nights on village greens in St. Simons or Jekyll Island. Brunswick Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Local parade and downtown festivities during the holiday season. Coastal Georgia Plein Air Festival Artists painting live in outdoor coastal settings followed by gallery showings. Treasure Hunt (Jekyll Island) Glass float scavenger hunt across the island in a fun, family-friendly event.