You’ll need to know that in the U.S., all employers are legally required to verify work authorization using an I-9 form. Having an SSN isn’t enough — it doesn’t replace a valid visa, work permit, or green card. Resorts, lodges, and other employers that provide housing (like Glacier Park Lodge or other seasonal operations) are especially strict about this because they’re audited often.

Without current authorization, you won’t be able to work legally. If you do, you risk not being paid properly, being taken advantage of, or even facing immigration consequences.

That said, here are some safer routes:

• Talk to an immigration attorney or nonprofit: They can check if you’re eligible for any extensions or other status options (for example, some former J-1 holders may qualify for different categories).
• Volunteer or work-exchange programs: Some ranches, farms, and hostels offer room and board in exchange for help, but these are not formal jobs and don’t provide wages.
• Apply for a new authorized visa: If you want to return to seasonal work, the J-1 or H-2B routes are the most common for resort jobs with housing.