Looking for a summer that builds your résumé, boosts your English, and broadens your world? The U.S. Embassy in Athens has announced the 2027 Ambassadors Fund for Summer Work Travel (SWT), offering 28 scholarships to Greek university students who want to live and work in the United States during the summer of 2027.
What the program offers:
Scholarship recipients will spend up to four months in the U.S. during their summer break, working in seasonal jobs. Along the way, participants will:
- Gain hands-on work experience in an international setting
- Practice and improve their English every day
- Experience American daily life and culture firsthand
- Build connections with students from around the world
Who runs it
The program is implemented by Greenheart International, with support from the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Mission to Greece.
How to apply
Full details on eligibility requirements, scholarship benefits, and the application process are available on the official program website:
👉 2027 Ambassadors Fund for Summer Work Travel – U.S. Mission to Greece
📅 Application deadline: December 31, 2026
With only 28 spots available, we encourage interested students to review the requirements and start their applications early.
Questions?
The Welcome Office of the University of Crete is happy to help you explore international opportunities. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions.
