Economy, Nation, USA

El Salvador Strengthens Labor Mobility with Recruitment Event for U.S. Temporary Jobs.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with support from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), hosted a recruitment event under the Labor Mobility Program, offering Salvadorans temporary work opportunities in the United States.

For the second time, All Star Services, a Tennessee-based company specializing in staffing for the hospitality industry, visited El Salvador to recruit over 130 candidates for temporary positions.

This initiative, managed by the Directorate of Diaspora and Development and supported by El Salvador’s diplomatic and consular network, aims to provide Salvadorans with secure, orderly, and regulated pathways to employment abroad. Participants benefit from acquiring professional experience and improving their quality of life.

“Through this program, aligned with the development initiatives of President Nayib Bukele’s government, we are showcasing the quality and productivity of Salvadoran labor, attracting more companies in search of skilled workers,” said Elsy Vásquez, Director of the Diaspora and Development Office.

Christian Blocker, a representative of All Star Services, expressed gratitude for the collaboration between both governments. “This is our second time recruiting in El Salvador. These events are crucial for offering more job opportunities,” he stated.

Candidates also attended an informational session addressing details about the program and guidance on identifying and reporting fraudulent job offers. The recruitment process is entirely free, with the Ministry directly connecting applicants to employers.

Gabriela Bolaños, a 19-year-old from Cojutepeque, shared her excitement: “I feel privileged to be part of this program. It opens new doors for me to work in a country with many opportunities.”

The event was attended by Shawn Williams of All Star Services, Christopher Cushing, USAID Mission Director in El Salvador, and officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The Labor Mobility Program has facilitated temporary employment for over 14,000 Salvadorans through H-2 visas, contributing to the development of Salvadoran talent abroad.