Out of Office with Intrax

In Episode 2 of *Out of Office: Chicago*, Dennis heads into the classroom to see what cultural exchange looks like in action.We visit Fulton Elementary, Volta Elementary, and Alfred Nobel Dual Language School, where international teachers from the Dominican Republic, Colombia, and Ecuador are building relationships with students, sharing their cultures, and bringing new perspectives into Chicago classrooms.Along the way, Dennis hears from teachers, principals, and Chicago Public Schools about the impact these educators are having, both inside the classroom and across the broader school community. From Daisy’s fifth-grade classroom to Martin’s music program, each stop offers a different look at what happens when educators bring their experience, culture, and passion for teaching somewhere new.And after a week of classroom visits, conversations, snow, and a little St. Patrick’s Day celebration, there was only one way to wrap things up: bringing everyone together around the table.Learn more about the Intrax Education J-1 Teacher Program at intraxeducation.com

In this episode of Out of Office, Dennis Wong meets international teachers from Colombia, Ecuador, and the Dominican Republic who came to the U.S. through the Intrax Education J-1 Teacher Program.Along the way, he hears what brought them to Chicago, what they miss about home, how their families have shaped the experience, and what they’re bringing into their classrooms every day.Because cultural exchange is about more than going somewhere new. It’s about the people you meet, the relationships you build, and the parts of your culture you share along the way.Learn more about Intrax Education at intraxeducation.com.

In this episode of Out of Office, Dennis and Kaitlin start the morning with world-famous cinnamon rolls at Denny’s Diner (the other Denny’s). Then they’re off to spend the day at the iconic Wilderness Resort in Wisconsin Dells to meet the international exchange students who keep the summer fun going.

They catch up with Maggie, International HR Manager at Wilderness, who talks about the importance of the J-1 Work Travel program and how it connects students from around the world with life-changing summer jobs in the U.S. Along the way, Dennis chats with a few Work Travel participants about their cultural exchange experiences, then jumps in to help behind the scenes flipping burgers in the kitchen and wrapping frozen bananas in the candy shop.

Maggie takes Dennis and Kaitlin on the thrilling Take Flight ride, giving them a whole new perspective on the Dells and the impact of cultural exchange programs.

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The Out of Office team is back! In this episode, Dennis and Kaitlin head to Mt. Olympus Resort in Wisconsin Dells. Mt. Olympus is a top summer destination for both thrill-seekers and international exchange students on the Intrax Work Travel program.Dennis and Kaitlin meet up with Aaron, the Director of HR at Mount Olympus, to learn how J-1 Visa participants from around the world make the resort’s summer magic possible. Then Dennis gets to work as a barista, park cleaner, and even a lifeguard.After tackling America’s tallest waterslide, the day wraps up around a beach bonfire, where Dennis and Kaitlin connect with more Work Travel students to hear about their cultural exchange experiences and what living and working in the U.S. means to them. International students learn a traditional American pastime: roasting marshmallows and making s’mores.This episode shines a light on the impact of cultural exchange programs, summer jobs abroad, and the friendships formed through global learning.Subscribe for more episodes of Out of Office as we highlight student exchange, au pair adventures, study abroad, and J-1 cultural exchange programs across the U.S.Subscribe for more episodes of Out of Office as we showcase study abroad opportunities, au pair journeys, work and travel adventures, and the life-changing impact of cultural exchange programs.Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BN7yQG...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intraxusa/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/22187/admin/dashboard/ Want to lear more about Intrax Work Travel? Visit: https://www.intraxworktravel.com ✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories about cultural exchange

Join Dennis and the Out of Office team as we dive into the heart of cultural exchange programs in Wisconsin Dells, the “Waterpark Capital of the World.” Beyond the waterslides, this destination is full of theme parks, zoos, resorts, and, of course, world-famous Wisconsin cheese. Our first stop: Mousehouse.In this episode, Dennis is joined by Kaitlin, leader of the Intrax Work Travel program, to explore how J-1 Visa exchange students from around the globe come to the U.S. each summer to work, travel, and experience American culture firsthand.From meeting international exchange participants at Timbavati Wildlife Park to learning about their cultural exchange experiences in the U.S., this adventure highlights the power of global learning, student exchange, and intercultural friendships.At the park, Sarah introduces a variety of animals, including giraffes, camels, sloths, and more.Subscribe for more episodes of Out of Office as we showcase study abroad opportunities, au pair journeys, work and travel adventures, and the life-changing impact of cultural exchange programs.Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BN7yQGiH2nMZ4UxXxYR02Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intraxusa/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/intrax/Want to lear more about Intrax Work Travel? Visit: https://www.intraxworktravel.com ✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories about cultural exchange!

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In this episode of Out of Office, we spend a day in the foothills of Silicon Valley at a summer camp, Camp Via West. This is an amazing camp that works with children and adults with disabilities. Dennis chats with our AmeriCamp participants as well as Camp Director, Alyssa. Then Dennis gets to be a camp counselor for the day!

In this heartwarming episode of Out of Office with Intrax, we dive into the vibrant culture of Portland, where the Neukam family shares their unique experience of hosting their au pair, Yessi. Join us as we explore the beautiful city, indulge in its famous donuts, and discover the incredible bond that forms when cultures come together.

Join Dennis, the dynamic CEO of Intrax Cultural Exchange as he travels to the Belknap Hot Springs in Oregon to meet with Hope Walter, an Ayusa student exchange community representative. Hope is leading a group of exchange student on a hike as they prepare to finish their exchange year. 02

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About Ayusa Student Exchange. For more than 40 years, Ayusa has been connecting families around the world through student exchange. Ayusa International is a non-profit high school exchange organization dedicated to developing the next generation of global leaders and world citizens. By connecting extraordinary international students with host families in the U.S., we cultivate leadership skills, develop intercultural awareness and enhance global knowledge not only through education but through experience. For host families. Open Your Home to an International Exchange Student and Expand Your Family Miles, language, and cultural differences sometimes make us feel worlds apart from each other. But when you welcome an international high school exchange student into your home, you quickly discover they become family. Through experiences, conversations, normal day-to-day life, and special memories together - you will learn how close together “worlds apart” can really be.

To Learn more about hosting an exchange student, visit https://www.ayusa.org/start-hosting-application

For students: Spending a year in the U.S. changes the lives of Ayusa’s international exchange students and their host families and communities. Our students can experience life as American teenagers, perfect their English-speaking skills, and grow into young adults ready to leave their mark on the world. They also give back with their enthusiasm, dedication, and involvement. Their energy and perspective are contagious, and their presence creates a sense of global unity.

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Join Dennis, the dynamic CEO of Intrax Cultural Exchange as he travels to McMinnville, Oregon to meet with McMinnville High School Registrar Roseanne Roberts to hear about this year's international exchange students and their epic plan for the end of the year. Then we ride across town to chat with Mayor Remy Drabkin about her experience with exchange students.

Join Dennis, the dynamic CEO of Intrax, as he travels to Kirkland Washington to meet the McDaid family and their Au Pair, Momo. Then it's off to try some of the Seattle area's finest coffee and catch up with an area director and old friend, Shirly to go see the town. To learn more about hosting an au pair, visit https://www.aupaircare.com #aupair #aupaircare #childcare #culturalexchange