J1 Visa
The J-1 visa is a temporary, nonimmigrant visa for individuals that allows them to come to the U.S. to teach, work, intern, train, counsel, and research and stay in the United States for the duration of the visitor exchange program. We are offering a program to offer temporary internships to hospitality workers with either a diploma or experience in the field.
Who is Eligible?
The J-1 program allows individuals to enter the U.S. under the following categories:
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Professor
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Research Scholar
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Alien Physician
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Trainee and Interns among other things
J-1 visa internship in the USA
J-1 visa program offers an excellent opportunity for internship in the USA for individuals. The key benefit of paid internships in the USA for foreigners is to gain practical experience that helps them achieve new industry heights at home.
Requirement for Internships
Main Criteria
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A graduate from an accredited institution at the Associate’s Degree level or higher with at least 12 months of related work experience outside of the United States.
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A young professional with at least 5 years (60 months) of experience in their field of interest.
Additional Criteria
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Internships may be 1-12 months in duration.
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Knowledge of the English language sufficient to participate in the program.
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Permanent residence in home country, which you do not intend to abandon.
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Intend to depart the U.S. upon completion of the program. You may establish this by presenting evidence of economic, social and/or family ties in your homeland.
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Train in the U.S. in a field that would be useful in your homeland, and therefore induce to you to leave the U.S. upon completion of studies.
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Be committed to training in the U.S. for the duration of the program.
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Qualify for basic health insurance provided by the sponsor organization for the duration of the program.
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Be in good health to perform the program outlined.
J-1 Internship Benefits in the USA
J-1 traineeship is a training program that helps foreign professionals gain exposure in American culture and gain a structured training program in the U.S. luxury hospitality industry. There are a number of benefits that can still be gained through the J-1 program; however, those benefits will vary according to the program the foreign national participates in.
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On-the-job training
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Trainee can receive financial support from both U.S. and foreign sources
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No need for the foreign national to work as an employee of a foreign employer
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Ensures productive employment (to the extent allowed by the training program)
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Not required to demonstrate that the training is not available in the country of origin (like the H-3 trainee program)
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Does not require approval of petition by USCIS before the foreign national applies for a visa
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The foreign national applies directly to the U.S. Consulate for the J-1 visa with the forms we provide
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Can take advantage of U.S. tax benefits: exempt from FICA contributions, and may benefit from specific tax treaty provisions exempting J-1’s from U.S. taxation altogether for defined periods
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Dependents of J-1 may be eligible for employment authorization upon entry into the U.S. in J-2 status.
How Do You Apply for a J-1 Visa Application?
To submit your application, ensure that you have read J-1 visa requirements and prepared all required documents:
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We will provide J-1 eligibility forms
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DS-2019 form, Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status
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DS-7002 form, Training/Internship Placement Plan (only necessary for exchange visitor trainees or intern visa applicants)
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We will assist you in filling out DS-160 form, Online Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application
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Valid passport
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One 2x2 photograph
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Proof of your educational and work experience documents.
WHAT WE OFFER
Advance Your Career with an internship in American Luxury Hotel!
- Expand your hospitality knowledge and skills
- Train in one of the best hotels
- Learn new cultures and experience life in a different country
- Return home with a broad in-depth knowledge in your professional area
We Will Organize Everything For You!
- We guarantee your Placement into a PAID position in the USA Professional Resume & Interview set up and preparation
- Step by step guidance obtaining US Sponsorship and Medical insurance Guidance in applying for a USA J-1 Visa
- Assistance with airport pick-up in the USA Accommodation assistance – Hotels assist Social Security Number – Hotels assist USA Bank Account – Hotels assist
- Comprehensive ongoing support while you are working in the USA – Through our Sponsor
What Qualifications Or Experience Do I Need?
- Diploma or Degree from a Professional University with one year work experience OR Non-graduate with five years’ work experience, and,
- Be between the ages of 20 and 33 years (US Immigration Regulations)
For Interns
- Resume/ C.V.: including the dates and locations of your education and related work experience. Please try and use month/day/year format.
- Copy of passport: clearly showing your full name, birth date, and photograph.
- Copy of any previous or current U.S. visas.
- Enrollment verification from your university or a copy of your degree diploma/ certificate.
WHAT WE OFFER
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Assistant Wedding Planner
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Culinary Cook
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Culinary Pastry
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Culinary Trainee
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Engineering & Maintenance
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Food & Beverage
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Food & Beverage Management
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Front Office
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Front Office Supervisor in Training
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Guest Service
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Guest Services/Front Desk
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Rooms Division
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Rooms Division Supervisor
