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PARTNER  WITH  US!

The Center for Cultural Exchange & Education operates the program by publishing the DS-2019 directly with the approval of the U.S. government and SEVIS. The rapid growth of overseas internships allows many companies to leverage international internship programs to provide new perspectives and cultural insights for their companies and to create a path for international business. Our goal is to provide a rewarding internship program for both participating students and host companies.

BENEFITS OF HOSTING J-1 INTERNS

CUT COSTS AND SAVE ON TAXES

Host companies do not pay Medicare, Social Security or Unemployment Taxes on International Students since each participants have pre-paid health insurance and sufficient funds to cover their cost of living

(US Department of State Requirements)

QUALIFIED AND PROFESSIONAL INTERNS

All interns are currently enrolled in a university or post secondary institution and studied in a related field

FLUENT IN ENGLISH AND OTHER LANGUAGES

All interns are expected to meet a certain criteria of English language proficiency and are required to pass an interview with us

ALL THE APPLICANTS ARE PRE-SCREENED, PRE-QUALIFIED AND SELECTED BASED ON YOUR CRITERIA

They sign a contract which ensures full commitment and ability to meet all job requirements

YOUR INTERNS FROM ABROAD ARE HIGHLY MOTIVATED, EAGER TO LEARN AND CONTRIBUTE

Many overseas students come to the United States to gain international experience and to learn more about US business practives because they are the best, brightest and most adventurous students from their countries

MINIMAL PAPERWORK FOR THE EMPLOYER

Virtually, all paperwork is handled by the applicant and Us

INCREASE WORKPLACE DIVERSITY

International participants contribute a diverse cultural knowledge and perspective to your company

INCREASE INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS POTENTIAL

Hosting an international intern is a great way to learn about international business practices and increase your organization's cultural awareness

Host Company Requirements

  • A hosting company must have a minimum of 5 full-time employees.

  • Site Visits must be conducted if host companies have not previously participated in the J-1 VISA Program nor meet the following conditions:

               - If they have fewer than 25 full-time employees

               - Or less than $3 million annual revenue

  • A stipend or other benefits are highly suggested

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