J1 Cultural Exchange Program
J-1 visa is a non-immigrant visa that is authorized for individuals who intend to participate in approved exchange visitor programs in the United States.
The J-1 cultural exchange program is a program that annually attracts around 300,000 individuals from 200 countries and territories to the United States to study in U.S. high schools, universities, and research institutions, build professional networks, enhance English language and intercultural skills, the programs main objective is to give participants training and culture experience in the USA.
The J-1 visa is granted to individuals who belong to one of the following exchange visitor categories: Au pair and Edu Care, Camp Counselor, Government Visitor, Intern, International Visitor, Physician, Professor and Research Scholar, Short-term Scholar.
Hospitality J1 Cultural Exchange Program
The J-1 cultural exchange program in hospitality is of two category Intern & Trainee a program by the U.S. Department of State was established as part of the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 (The Fulbright-Hays Act) that gives students, recent graduates, and young professionals from around the world the opportunity to come to the United States and share their culture and ideas with Americans while receiving in-depth training in the front office or food and beverage industry.
The Maximum duration of the Hospitality J1 Internship and Trainee Program is 12 months with a grace period of 30 days to visit tourist places and travel in the USA.
J1 Visa Eligibility Requirements for Interns
Interns must be Non-US Citizens age between 18 years to 35 years and meet one of the following:
· Who are currently enrolled Full-time and pursuing studies outside the United States at a ministerial recognized degree/certificate-granting post-secondary academic institution outside the United States of America
Or
· Who have graduated from such an institution no more than 12 months prior to their exchange visitor program start date, Internship must be in your field of study.
· Have proficiency in English Education Level and Employment history.
· Duration up to 12 months and minimum 3 weeks.
· Multiple J1 Internships can be completed if all requirements continue to be met and their collective duration does not exceed 12 month or 90 days have elapsed between programs.
Benefits
Practical Experience:
The program bridges the gap between formal education and practical work experience.
J1 Visa Eligibility Requirements for Trainees
A trainee must be Non-US Citizens age between 18 years to 35 years and meet one of the following:
· Has a degree or professional certificate from outside United States with a Ministerial recognized post-secondary academic institution and at least one year of prior related work experience in his or her occupational field outside the United States of America
Or
· Has five years of work experience outside the United States in the occupational field in which they are seeking training
· Have proficiency in English Education Level and Employment history.
· Duration up to 12 months and minimum 3 weeks.
· Additional training programs can be completed if all requirements are met and at least two years of residency outside the United States after the previous j1 program
Benefits
Practical Experience: Enhance the skills and expertise of exchange visitors in their academic or occupational fields through participation in a structure and guided training-based program.
Required Documents from Participants for Hospitality J1 Cultural Exchange Program
· A valid passport (should be valid for at least 6 months after your program end date and your departure from the USA).
· A updated latest Resume
· Passport Size professional Photo
· Bachelors or Diploma Certificate along with Mark sheet
· Bona fide Letter from the Institution
· Work experience Certificate
· Bank Statement with a Minimum Balance equivalent to $2000
Process for Hospitality J1 Cultural Exchange Program
Submit the above Documents.
A Host and sponsor Interview’s will be held
On eligibility DS 7002 will be issued
DS2019 will be issued
J1 Visa Application
A valid passport (should be valid for at least 6 months after your program end date and your departure from the USA).
Your official DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status.
Receipt of the I-901 SEVIS Fee Payment.
DS160
A printed copy of the Non-immigrant Visa Application Form, confirmation page.
A printed copy of the Embassy Appointment confirmation.
Receipt of the Embassy Fee Payment.
Visa Interview
A Photograph (unless you have already uploaded your photo successfully to the DS-160 application).
Available Positions:
We have openings in the following departments:-
Front Office
F and B Service
F and B Production
House – Keeping
Clients and Location
4 And 5 Star Hotels
Luxurious Resorts
Retail chain of Quick Service Restaurants
Placement opportunities are across United States of America
Working Hours
32 to 40 hrs average working hours.
Accommodation:
Accommodation as per the prevailing employer terms & conditions
Application process
The below mentioned documents need to be mailed to internships@inspireworldhr.com |