Experience America Through the Workplace
Jumpstart your global career! AIFS Professional Pathways provides J-1 visa sponsorship and internship support to post-secondary students and graduates from across the globe pursuing on-the-job training in the U.S. Eligible candidates can participate in full-time intern- and traineeships related to your academic field of study for 3 weeks up to 12 or 18 months. The J-1 provides temporary work authorization, which also means you can receive compensation!
The Visa Sponsor You Need
For 60 years, AIFS has served as a premiere J-1 Visa sponsor, designated by the U.S. Department of State.
Did you know a full-time U.S. internship does not require a university or employer to sponsor your visa? A J-1 Intern/Trainee visa is obtained with a federally certified sponsor you can trust. Once you are offered a position, we are here to ensure you have support you need through the immigration process and while living in the U.S.
Sponsored Visa Fields
AIFS Professional Pathways provides visa sponsorship for professional opportunities in the following fields:
Architecture | Arts + Culture | Business, Finance, Management + Commerce | Computer Science + Technology
Education + Teaching Assistantships | Engineering | Hospitality + Tourism | Law | Library Science | Mathematics + Statistics
Media + Communications | Physical Sciences | Public Administration | Social Sciences
J-1 Intern and Trainee Sponsorship Services
Credential and intent evaluation to ensure eligibility
U.S. Host Company vetting and education
Issuance of federal forms: DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility and DS-7002 Training/Internship Placement Plan
Training plan/program development support to ensure compliance and optimal experience
On-going, reliable J-1 visa advisement
Option for expedited application processing
Pre-arrival orientation
Visa acquisition and travel guidance
Federal record maintenance
J-2 visa sponsorship for spouses and children
Monitoring of active U.S. programs
24/7 J-1 participant emergency support
Comprehensive, compliant, in-house health insurance
In-person cultural activities and virtual networking events
Tax filing resources post-program
In-country support
Program amendment and extension support
Benefits of a U.S. Training
Students + Recent Grads
Advance your career prospects
Improve specialized skills, cultural competency and business relationships
Accelerate project deliverables
Fulfill academic requirements
Build a global network
Develop skills living abroad
Improve English
Who Is Eligible to Participate?
Participants / J-1 Holders
Non-U.S. citizen with valid passport
Demonstrable English proficiency
Over the age of 18 years old
Currently enrolled full-time in postsecondary degree program outside of the U.S. (at least second semester), or completed such a program within 12 months of internship start date
Utilizing the J-1 for immersion and learning purposes, not as a tool to remain in the U.S. permanently
Visa Sponsorship Fee
Our highly competitive rates include comprehensive services!
| Program Length | Intern | Trainee |
|---|---|---|
| 0-3 Months | $900 USD | $950 USD |
| 3-6 Months | $1,100 USD | $1,300 USD |
| 6-12 Months | $1,300 USD | $1,600 USD |
| 12-18 Months | Not Applicable | $1,850 USD |
For a full list of fees, including optional fees, expedited processing, program extensions, and more, please visit our Service Fees page.