Explore J-1 Intern and Trainee Programs

for International Students and Professionals

J-1 Intern Program

         Who It’s For:

• Current students enrolled in a post secondary academic institution outside the U.S.

• Recent graduates within 12 months of completing their studies.

  Program Duration

• Up to 12 months

  Purpose

• Gain practical, hands-on experience in your field of study.

    J-1 Trainee Program

Who It’s For:

• Professionals with a degree or certificate and at least one year of related work experience.

• OR Professionals with five years of related work experience.

Program Duration

• Up to 18 months

Purpose

• Enhance your skills and grow professionally through advanced training in your field.

  General Requirements

• Be Committed to cultural exchange and professional growth.

• Show proof of sufficient financial resources to support yourself after your arrival to the U.S.

• Over the age of 18 and below 35 years of age.

• Have a conversational level of English.

• Your Internship/Traineeship must be in a field directly related to your field of studies.

• Flexible attitude and willingness to learn.

• Committed to fulfilling job duties for duration of program.

• Be able to prove that you will return home at the end of the program by showing ties to your home country.

  Program Objectives

• Introduce international professionals to American culture and business practices by living and working with other Americans;

• Provide professionals the opportunity to develop their skills with hands-on application in their occupational field.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much are the Program Fees?

• Program Duration 4-6 months: $2499

• Program Duration 6-12 months: $3299

How long does the process take?

• Most placements take 6-8 weeks but varies depending on a lot of external factors such as embassy scheduling timelines etc. 

What does the Program Fees cover??

• Visa sponsorship support (DS-2019, DS-7002, embassy interview prep).

• Health insurance for the entire program.

• Guaranteed placement with vetted U.S. host employers.

• One-on-one support before, during, and after your program.

• Emergency assistance while in the U.S & Site Visit to Host organization (if required)

What’s not included:

• Visa application fees ($160) and SEVIS ($220) fees

• ✈️ One-way flight ticket to the U.S.

• 🏠 Rent & housing deposit

• 🍽️ Daily living expenses (meals, transportation, etc.)