The Williams J-1 Intern and Trainee Exchange Visitor Program provides countless ways for individuals around the world to gain hands-on professional experience in their chosen academic or occupational field while deepening their understanding of American culture. This non-immigrant visa program is part of the 15 categories of the J-1 BridgeUSA program.
Host companies and organizations can enrich their workplace, develop and evaluate talent with on-the-job training and early career talent development programs, access fresh and diverse perspectives, and build a skilled workforce by participating in this Williams J-1 BridgeUSA program.
The Williams J-1 Trainee visa is for experienced professionals seeking career development opportunities in the U.S. for up to 18 months.
The J-1 Intern visa is for students and recent graduates from universities outside the U.S. seeking to gain practical experience in their field of study for up to 12 months.
Annually, more than 3,000 individuals from around the world and nearly 600 U.S. corporate, educational, and organizational entities turn to Cultural Vistas as the trusted solution for J-1 Visa sponsorship for internship and training programs.
Program Details
Once an exchange visitor has secured an internship or training opportunity or a host company has identified the individuals they wish to host in the U.S., we provide assistance and services to both parties including:
- Sponsorships from most countries, in most fields, at any time of the year
- Timely program review and evaluation, including DS-7002 (Training Plan) and application assistance
- Options for expedited application processing (5 or 10 business days)
- Issuance of the “Certificate of Eligibility for J-1 Visa” (Form DS-2019) to successful applicants
- Comprehensive health and medical insurance coverage
- Arrival and acculturation assistance, including comprehensive orientation materials
- 24-hour emergency support for exchange visitors and host organizations
- Program monitoring through a dedicated client relations team and regular evaluation
- Cultural and educational activities and networking events in select cities
- Access to free tax software for exchange visitors
