Thursday 19 January 2017

If You Love to Work & Travel, You’ll Love the J-1 Internship!

What is a J1 visa?

The J1 visa is a non-immigrant visa which allows foreign nationals to enter the U.S. to participate in exchange programs which promote the sharing of knowledge and skills in education, arts and sciences. A J-1 visa holder is allowed to train with a Host Company approved by a Department of State designated Sponsor.



The main aim of J1 Visa is connecting young student and graduates with US businesses, to learn their practices and creating a cultural awareness of the US.

Advantages of a J1 Visa

 As an intern or trainee, you'll get a unique perspective on living and working in the USA.  A J-1 holder may work for institutions or companies within the individual’s specialized field, provided this work meets stipulated requirements and the J-1 program sponsor gives its written consent.

A J-1 Visa holder is able to experience the lifestyle and culture of the USA as he visits different places on their days off and holidays. The individual is able to strike up friendships and relationships with other International trainees as well as bond with Americans. This social interaction goes a long way in the individual’s personality development, improved social skills and diversity.

Another very important aspect of the J1 experience is the opportunity to be exposed to the newest techniques and trends in their industry. Best in class procedures and practises ensures the person is well versed in modern methods in use.

The overall experience equips a person to optimally leverage their professional talents and enhance their performance and competencies. Thus, the individual has a definite advantage over people with limited diverse geographical experience exposure.

Most people who have experienced the J1 program have a fast-tracked career trajectory on completion of the program. The fantastic chance to travel, learn, earn and network with people from all over the globe is a once in a lifetime opportunity, a chance no graduate who can avail of it should pass by.

Tuesday 10 January 2017

5 Benefits of Going on a J-1 Internship to USA?



Who can be a J1 Visitor?

The J-1 visa exchange visitor program is a non-immigrant visa issued by the United States to visitors participating in programs that promote cultural exchange, to obtain medical or business training within the U.S. Visitors on J-1 visas include Hospitality interns as well as trainees, secondary school and college students, business trainees, trainees in flight aviation programs, teachers of primary and secondary school, college professors, research scholars, medical residents or interns receiving medical training in the U.S., certain specialists, international visitors, and government visitors.

A J-1 holder is specifically allowed to work for the J-1 program sponsor. A J-1 holder may not work for another employer without special authorization. A J-1 holder may work for companies or institutions within his/her specialization field, provided this occupation meets certain requirements and the J-1 program sponsor gives its written consent.

Benefits of an International Internship in the U.S.

Completing an internship program in the U.S. will expand your knowledge, adaptability, flexibility as well as interpersonal skills which will serve you well throughout your career. Enhancing your talents will make you a more sought after resource and help you achieve success in more ways than one. The experience of living and working abroad provides you with distinctive advantages:

Exposure to a Multicultural Environment: Individuals who choose to work abroad experience diverse working cultures. They enjoy the opportunity of being exposed to a cosmopolitan multi-cultural environment which enhances their knowledge, awareness and self-confidence. People with international experience have a definite competitive edge over their less experienced colleagues. Employers are always attracted to people who’ve worked abroad as they appreciate their diversity of outlook. Last but not least, working abroad gives professionals the opportunity to foster a global network of contacts.

Enhanced People Skills: As we are away from home, we interact with people from various cultures, languages, ideas, beliefs, methods of working, life styles and personalities. You become a truly global citizen.

Improved Communication Skills: Socially interacting with people of numerous and varied backgrounds helps one understand accents, mannerisms and guest requirements. Good communication brings people of our planet closer together.

A J1 Exchange Visitor improves a host of their professional skills:

• Learn the latest industry innovations, technologies and methodologies.
• Superior inter-cultural communication
• Enhances Teamwork skills
• Increases proactive thinking
• Strategic thinking

Future Career Path Preparation: The J1 internship helps you prepare yourself for accelerated success in your chosen discipline thus enjoying a fast track career to the top.

Economic Benefit: Since theJ1 internship also involves compensation during your Training Plan period, the opportunity to improve your financial standing exists as well. You will be able to meet your own expenses whilst experiencing best in class training from world class organizations. The opportunity to enjoy the cultural aspects of the USA is the icing on the cake!

Accelerate your career! Enjoy the USA J1 Exchange Visitor program! If you wish to know more you can visit us at www.vira.co.uk or mail us at anjum@vira.co.uk