Trainee in the USA

You can go on Internship USA or Trainee USA at any time of the year.

Your host company will be required to complete an Internship Agreement and provide information on the nature of your position, salary and dates of training components. They will also need to submit a comprehensive training plan - this is the most important part of the application.

You can extend your J-1 visa for a maximum of 18 months. If your placement is for a shorter period than this (e.g. for 6 months), you can apply for an extension up to the total time of:

Yes. You will need to pre-arrange your training placement before you apply and arrive in the US.

Once your DS-2019 has expired you have 30 days from the expiration date to travel within the US.

Your program fee includes health and medical insurance. Under US Government program regulations, you must have an approved level of insurance coverage. Our custom insurance plans meet this requirement. Our insurance covers you for emergency and accidents including hospital cover - but only while you are on the program.

Your program fee cover our services to you before you leave and Visa Sponsor services and support whilst in the US including sponsorship of your visa. The fee also covers your insurance. View a full list of what’s included in the program fee for Internship USA or Trainee USA.

According to the regulations of the Internship and Trainee USA program, the US Department of State may designate training and internship programs in any of the following occupational categories: (i) Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing; (ii) Arts and Culture; (iii) Construction and Building Trades; (iv) Education, Social Sciences, Library Science, Counseling and Social Services; (v) Health Related Occupations; (vi) Hospitality and Tourism; (vii) Information Media and Communications; (viii) Management, Business, Commerce and Finance; (ix) Public Administration and Law; and (x) The Sciences, Engineering, Architecture, Mathematics, and Industrial Occupations.