Internship USA:
Sponsorship and J1 Visa Approval Process

An internship in the USA requires legally compliant planning. The J1 visa is the mandatory path for all practical training activities in the States. We provide the necessary infrastructure for your endeavor. We steer the sponsorship process and ensure that you and your host company meet all criteria for the DS-2019 form.

1. Self Placement or Placement Service?

There are two ways to achieve J1 approval. The choice depends on your current stage of preparation.

Way A: Self Placement

You have already found your host company. As the official entry point, we take over the entire steering of your digital documentation and secure the visa approval through our partner sponsors.

Way B: Placement via Expert Partners

You have not secured an offer yet and require assistance with the search. We cooperate with specialized placement agencies that identify positions tailored to your profile. This service involves an additional fee.

2. Eligibility: Who is Authorized?

The US Department of State defines clear categories for participants. We validate your profile based on these criteria:

  • J1 Intern: Currently enrolled students or graduates with a degree obtained less than 12 months ago.
  • J1 Trainee: Professionals with a degree and 1 year of experience outside the USA or individuals with 5 years of relevant work experience.
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For finding a host company, we recommend utilizing your own network and direct outreach to companies. Applicants steer this process through their own initiative. Once an offer is secured, we validate the suitability of the company for the sponsoring program.

4. The Training Plan (DS-7002)

The Training Plan is the core of the visa application. It describes the learning objectives of your stay. We support the host organization in the United Kingdom or the USA in making this plan compliant with the law. Applicants do not have to create the Training Plan themselves or distribute it to the company. We clarify the details directly with the team on site to ensure flawless digital documentation.

5. Cost Overview

A stay in the USA involves fixed costs for sponsorship. Here are the facts for a standard application:

  • Sponsorship & Insurance: Depending on duration, starting at €1,500 (refer to our price list for details).
  • SEVIS Fee: Currently $220 (paid to the US Department of Homeland Security).
  • Consulate Fee: Currently $185 (paid to the US Embassy).

Common Questions About the J1 Visa

After submitting the validated documents, our partner sponsors usually require less than 4 weeks for issuance.
Yes. We steer the communication regarding sponsorship requirements and support the host company with the Training Plan.

At VisaNerd we sponsor strictly within the US Department of State exchange visitor regulations (22 CFR 62.22) and current BridgeUSA policy. What you read here is how we actually sponsor and what we require, not a general overview of other sponsors. It is practical guidance from our team, not legal advice; your eligibility is confirmed through us as your sponsor contact, and the final visa decision is made by the US consular officer.