Want to travel across America, gain work experience and make money while doing it? The Mobilize employment program can help you do all that and more. You’ll walk away at the end with references, a strong network – and memories to last a lifetime. Take a look at a Mobilizer who traded in city life for Mobilize:

Meet Martinez Wilson (Nez)

Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Nez attended Wayne State University after graduating high school, and later transferred to Texas A&M University-Commerce to continue his undergrad studies. After years of schooling, Nez was ready for a break, “I was interested in travel! I was tired of being in the city, and I felt that Mobilize would be a great experience for me.”

Although Nez was anxious before arriving at his placement, he was excited for what his Mobilize journey would bring. After moving from Detroit to his deployment at Woods Hole, Massachusetts, this is what Nez had to say about his escape from city life: “I love the peace and quiet of Woods Hole and I was tired of being in the city.”

Work experiences

Since being deployed in the Mobilize employment program, Nez has worked in the restaurant at Quicks Hole Tavern in Woods Hole. In addition to learning a variety of new culinary skills, he’s also had “the opportunity to interact with a lot of people from different cultures. The time spent together and the conversations were some to remember.”

But Mobilize isn’t just about work. It’s about having an amazing experience in a part of America that you’ve never lived in before, with great people who share your workdays – and your downtime.

“My roommate was cool,” says Nez. “Get to know your roommate if you get one.”

    Since Woods Hole is located at the southwest corner of Cape Cod, near Martha’s Vineyard, Nez had the opportunity to visit the resort island. “I love Martha’s Vineyard. I’d never been on a boat before and that was a great experience. I’m going to go again!”

Nez offers up two pieces of advice for prospective Mobilizers. First, he says you should “Make yourself at home. You’ll be staying there, so don’t be uneasy.” Second, “Don’t forget to travel!”

    

Memories for a lifetime

Nez says what he’ll take away from his Mobilize experience is the “opportunity to travel the country.” He even says that he plans to tell his future children about this experience one day!

So what’s up next for this Mobilizer? Nez plans on continuing with Mobilize for the fall/winter season and he’s excited to explore a different part of America.

Ready to Mobilize?

Our employment program is more than just a cool job for a season or two – it’s a chance to meet amazing people, explore America, and gain the experience you need to advance your career. Apply today at www.mobilizejobs.com/apply.

Want to live and work in amazing locations across America, and create memories that last a lifetime? Mobilize is the perfect way to do just that. Mobilizer William headed to New England for his work/travel adventure this past May. Here’s his story:

Meet William Simon

This Mobilizer hails from beautiful Sunrise, Florida, a city in the Miami metropolitan area. After attending Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, William worked in telemarketing before discovering the Mobilize employment program. “I wanted to get away and travel, explore!”

William began his Mobilize experience in Woodstock, Vermont, a historic and charming New England town located in the heart of the Green Mountains. Although the start of his placement wasn’t what he expected, William says, “It’s a humbling experience but gratifying. It’s an experience where you can slowly find yourself.”

Since being deployed in Vermont, William has worked at the classic and beautiful Woodstock Inn as a kitchen steward, where he says he has met lots of very friendly people from a multitude of backgrounds.

A welcoming location

Woodstock, a pedestrian village surrounded with historic buildings and located in Vermont’s countryside is quite different from William’s hometown of Sunrise. William says that his favorite thing about his placement location is this: “Everything is within walking distance of work. Everyone has been wonderful. It has a great sense of self and community.”

Visit Woodstock on Instagram for more photos of the beautiful area.

During his downtime, William likes to take walks around the town, spend time with the friends he’s made through the program, and enjoy the nightlife Woodstock offers. “My best experience was just hanging out with people from different cultures and having a good time.”

William even had the opportunity to visit Boston, which is only a couple of hours drive from Woodstock.

So what is William taking away from his Mobilize adventure?

“You never stop humbling yourself and every situation can be fun if you make it that way,” says William. “Everything will fall into place and you will have a wonderful time.”

If you’re a prospective Mobilizer, William says, “It’s going to be a humbling experience so make the most of each experience. Have fun and meet people.”

Haven’t applied to Mobilize yet?

Our employment program is all about helping you build skills and gain experience while traveling throughout America. Cool jobs and adventures await! Go to www.mobilizejobs.com/apply.

Intrigued by Mobilize? Thinking about applying but unsure about the program? Mobilize is more than just finding a job, it’s about creating a family of friends and a chapter of great memories. Here’s what one of our Mobilizers has to say about his experiences during his work/travel adventure:

Meet Lagarius Hicks

This Mobilizer is originally from Atlantic City, New Jersey’s resort city on the Atlantic coast. Before joining Mobilize, Lagarius spent five years working as a cook in a high volume culinary environment, but felt unappreciated and longed to advance his skills. That’s when he discovered the Mobilize employment program and traded in his New Jersey roots to work and live in the popular summertime destination of Cape Cod, Massachusetts.

Lagarius began his Mobilize journey with a placement in Woods Hole, a small New England town located at the southwest corner of Cape Cod. “I was a little nervous the whole way to my placement. I had to take a two hour bus ride from the airport to the place,” says Lagarius.

Although very different to his home city, Lagarius was thankful for the locals that made his transition comfortable. “I like the little town that I am in. There are a lot of locals that make it comfortable.”

Learning on the job

Since arriving in Woods Hole, Lagarius has worked in the kitchen at Quicks Hole Tavern. He’s thrilled that the job has given him an opportunity to try new things in his profession, and has allowed him to hone and expand his culinary knowledge.

After just four months of working at Quicks Hole Tavern, Lagarius is now excited about his chosen career path and the future.

Watch the below short video to learn about Quicks Hole Tavern and the encouraging and supportive work environment they foster that sets employees up for success.

When asked about his favorite parts of the program, Lagarius says that it’s “the ability to travel and not have to worry about finding work.” He’s also thankful for “how accessible all the people at Mobilize have been throughout the placement process.”

           

New experiences and friends – and a first time boat adventure 🙂

After spending a summer with Mobilize, Lagarius says that he’s had a lot new experiences, like going on his first-ever boat ride to Martha’s Vineyard. He’s also had a chance to meet a lot of new people, and most importantly, Lagarius says that he’s gained a new outlook on life.

If you still have any doubts about whether you should apply for Mobilize, Lagarius says, “It’s a great opportunity on so many levels. Just do it.”

Lagarius has decided to stay on with Mobilize for the fall/winter season, and can’t wait to see where he’ll be deployed to next!

Are you ready to Mobilize?

Build skills. Gain experience. Travel across America. Make money – and get FREE housing! With Mobilize, you get seasonal placements where you’ll learn on the job. And you’ll work in incredible locations with lots to do and experience! Get in touch today to find out about our next deployment.

Love traveling? Want to explore America and get some work experience at the same time? The Mobilize employment program is a great way to do just that. Mobilizer Vanessa Montero headed out to Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts for her work/travel adventure this past May. Here’s an account of her experience:

Vanessa: from juggling two jobs to a work/travel adventure with Mobilize

Vanessa hails from Poughkeepsie, a city in the Hudson Valley in New York. While working two jobs, as a secretary and housekeeper, she came across the Mobilize program online, and was excited for the opportunity to both work and travel.

She was initially a bit skeptical about Mobilize, “Before arriving at my placement I was nervous, I didn’t know what to expect,” says Vanessa. “But it has turned out to be more than I imagined, and I’m so thankful for pushing myself to take the steps to be here.”

Since being deployed in the Mobilize program, Vanessa has worked at AA Island Auto Rental in Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts. Not only has she strengthened her customer service skills, and learned to multi-task (she’s a pro at working multiple phone lines), but she’s also had the opportunity to rotate her work days throughout the rental company’s four locations around the island.

Life is never boring

There’s a lot more to Mobilize than just work – it’s also about having an adventure of a lifetime. During her time off work, Vanessa loves to spend time at the beach and explore different hiking trails around the island.

      

   

Vanessa loves taking photos of her Mobilize placement location. These are just a few of the over one thousand photos documenting her adventure so far!

A longtime New England summer colony, Martha’s Vineyard encompasses harbor towns and lighthouses, sandy beaches and farmland. It’s accessible only by boat or air, so it’s quite different from Vanessa’s hometown. Watch Vanessa’s video to see just how beautiful the sandy beaches of Martha’s Vineyards are, from her eyes!

Now with over three months of unforgettable experiences, and over a thousand photos documenting her adventure, Vanessa says that her all-time best experience in the program has been the ability to meet people from all over the world, including her three awesome roommates. “This experience has been a phenomenal one and I’m grateful to have found this opportunity,” she says.

Words of wisdom

When asked the number one piece of advice she would give to prospective Mobilizers, Vanessa says that you “definitely need be optimistic and make the best of your placement because missing out would be a mistake.”

Vanessa plans on continuing her journey with Mobilize and is excited to see where it takes her for the fall/winter deployment!

Are you a Mobilizer in waiting?

If you want to travel across America, build work skills and get paid, Mobilize offers an amazing work adventure that will let you do just that. Plus, your housing cost is included for the season. Get in touch to find out more today!