The J-1 visa is an "exchange visitor" visa. This visa allows eligible international professionals or interns to receive training at companies in the United States for a select length of time.

American companies hosting international trainees and interns through AILF's Exchange Visitor Program can improve their worldwide business contacts and expand the company's presence in the international marketplace, while participating in a valuable cross-cultural exchange.

International trainees and interns through the AILF's J-1 Exchange Visitor Program have the opportunity to gain valuable career training, while at the same time learning about life in the United States.

International training provides the opportunity to combine the best ideas from two countries to produce an exciting synergy. J-1 trainees and interns return home with new career skills and a greater appreciation for American people and culture; the U.S. company gains greater knowledge and appreciation for the J-1's business practices, country and culture. Participating in international training is people-to-people diplomacy creating positive ties with other parts of the world.

J Training and Intern Sponsorship

AILF is now designated to sponsor J visas for both international interns and international trainees. Please refer to the eligibility requirements to determine who is an intern and who is a trainee.

Government regulations for exchange visitor trainee and intern programs changed effective July 19, 2007.

Read a summary of the regulatory changes.

For the most up-to-date information concerning these and other changes, please consult AILF Exchange Visitor Program staff.