Do you qualify for J-1 visa sponsorship?

Check the requirements to qualify for a J-1 visa sponsorship. If you have questions or are unsure, contact our team for guidance.

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Internship fields we support

J-1 visa sponsorship is available across a wide range of occupational categories recognised by the U.S. Department of State.

Landwirtschaft, Forstwirtschaft und Fischerei
Kunst & Kultur
Bauwesen & Baugewerbe
Education, Social Sciences & Library Science
Gastgewerbe und Tourismus
Information, Medien und Kommunikation
Management, Business & Finance
Öffentliche Verwaltung und Recht
STEM & Industrial Occupations

J-1 Eligibility Requirements

Ensure you meet the requirements to participate in a J-1 internship or trainee program.

For Interns
Currently studying or recently graduated
Alter
18 years of age or older
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Current full-time student with at least 2 semesters completed
Or recent graduate — within 12 months of graduation date. All obtained outside the U.S.
Angebot
Must have a U.S. host company offer secured
Exception: Premium Hospitality — Intrax handles placement
Feld
Related to your field of study
Englisch-Kenntnisse
Sie sprechen Englisch auf fortgeschrittenem Niveau.
Host
Must meet J-1 program requirements
For Trainees
Degree plus professional experience abroad
Alter
20 years of age or older
Education + Experience
Degree or professional certificate plus at least 1 year of relevant work experience outside the U.S.
Or 5 years of work experience outside the U.S. in the field.
Angebot
Must have a U.S. host company offer secured
Exception: Premium Hospitality — Intrax handles placement
Feld
Related to your occupational field
Englisch-Kenntnisse
Sie sprechen Englisch auf fortgeschrittenem Niveau.
Host
Must meet J-1 program requirements

Your host company also needs to qualify

In addition to your own eligibility, the U.S. company hosting your J-1 program must meet these requirements. If you're not sure whether your host qualifies, contact us and we'll help you check.

Must have an Employer Identification Number (EIN)

Must have Workers' Compensation Insurance, or proof of exemption or self-insured status

Minimum of 5 full-time employees per intern or trainee for companies hosting more than one participant

Annual revenue of $3 million or at least 25 employees, or agree to an on-site visit

Die Praktikumsstätte (Site of Activity, SOA) muss zu mindestens 50% aus amerikanischen Mitarbeitern bestehen.

Direct supervisor listed on the DS-7002 Training/Internship Placement Plan must be on-site — not remote

English must be the primary language spoken in the office and on the company's business website

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