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Thank you for considering USArts for your United States training experience! We provide top US internship opportunities. To get started, take a look at the benefits you will receive when you choose USArts.

USArts is your:

	Certificate of eligibility for the US intern/trainee visa application
	Training placement and Training Agreements, DS-7002 form
	Your primary liaison with your host before your arrival and during your stay
	Collaboration with your school if participating on school requirement
	Access to HTH Worldwide health insurance coverage
	Logistical and moral support during your stay
	Staff emergency contact information 24/7
	Information on visas, extensions, waivers, etc.
	Guidance and advice on housing, finding doctors, travel when needed
	Optional Orientation overnight session in Washington DC, with accommodation, activities and meals

Eligibility

| Please see key information on new visa regulations | Basic Requirements The State Department now makes a distinction between an Intern Program and a Trainee Program. The Internship Program is meant to give foreign nationals' experience in their areas of current or recent study through the lens of American culture and society. Basic requirements for the Internship Program
	You must prove that you are currently enrolled in a foreign post-secondary academic institution; or that you graduated from a like institution no more than 12 months prior to the date your internship begins.
	You must have a sufficient grasp of the English language. This can be accomplished through signed documentation from an academic institution or English school; or we can conduct an in-person interview using videoconference, web camera, or a third person, such as a university career office or broker.
	You must be able to provide adequate funds for the entire duration of your stay either through payment from an employer or personal funds. USArts requires at least $500 per month.
	A passport valid for six months after the date of your intended return to home country.
	Health Insurance (see below)

Training Program The Training Program is meant to deepen foreign nationals' understanding of American culture and society, while also building their skills in a certain occupational field using American methodologies. Basic requirements for the Training Program
	You must prove that you have a degree or professional certificate from a foreign post-secondary academic institution and that you have at least one year of prior related work experience; or that you have five years of pertinent work experience outside of the U.S.
	You must have a sufficient grasp of the English language. This can be accomplished through signed documentation from an academic institution or English school; or we can conduct an in-person interview using videoconference, web camera, or a third person, such as a university career office or broker.
	You must be able to provide adequate funds for the entire duration of your stay either through payment from an employer or personal funds. USArts requires at least $500 per month.
	A passport valid for six months after the date of your intended return to home country.
	Health Insurance (see below)

Fees
Application Fee: $100. Payable when online application is approved.
Participation Fee:
	Up to 6 Months: $945
	7 to 18 Months: $1545
Participation Fee payable when training offer is received and approved by USArts and trainee.
Self-placements with offer letter approved by USArts are eligible for a $100.00 discount on the Participation Fee.

Health Insurance
	It is a legal requirement that you must have Health Insurance for the entire duration of your training plus one additional month (30 days) after the expiry of your J1 visa. IA&A offers Health Insurance from $56.50-$94.50 per month depending on age. Participants are welcome to obtain their own health insurance but the policy must meet U.S. State Department regulations.
	The cost of Health Insurance is not included in the Participation Fee.

Submit Online Application

Please complete the online application under Application. Please answer all questions and include comments for any questions you have any difficulty answering.

You will receive an automatic email to confirm receipt of your application. Then within two to three business days you will receive our response on your online application.

If your online application is accepted, your next step will be to pay your USArts Application Fee of $100 by credit card. You will receive payment information by email if your USArts online application is accepted. Once your Application Fee is paid, your next step is to submit your supporting documents as listed in STEP 3.

Submit Supporting Documents

	Your printed USArts online application (printed and signed PDF document) with signature of applicant or representative (If representative, please include lawyer’s official representation form)
	Photocopy of passport
	Letter from college/university Supervisor on official letterhead IF you do not have copies of your transcripts
	Two handed-signed letters of recommendation, in the field of training requested, either academic or professional, depending on whether candidate is applying for INTERN or TRAINEE visa category. Letters must include the contact information of the reference issuing the letter. TRAINEE candidates must have at least one letter of recommendation providing proof of related work experience outside of the United States
	2 passport sized photos
	A bank statement along with a letter stating that you have sufficient funds for the duration of your program signed by a responsible parent/guardian who will act as guarantor. At least US$500 per month is considered a sufficient amount to live in the US in case the training placement is unpaid
	Photocopy of university transcript stating degrees/diplomas or grades achieved to date
	An essay (maximum 500 words) describing your interest in training in the US and reasons for applying. Essays must be typed and double-spaced
	General cover letter ( please address to potential host, not USArts)
	A one-page resume (CV) of education and employment history

Interview

USArts Arranges Training Placement

USArts issues Invoice/ submit Participation Fee

Health Insurance

	J1 Trainees are required to have a minimum health plan for the duration of stay in the US plus a one-month grace period. Please provide proof of the following or ask about HTH Worldwide health coverage through USArts.
	Medical benefits of at least $50,000 per accident or illness
	Repatriation of remains in the amount of $7,500
	Expenses associated with the medical evacuation of the exchange visitor to his or her home country in the amount of $10,000
	A deductible not to exceed $500 per accident or illness

If you are interested in other health insurance options please visit the International Student Organization’s website at www.isoa.org. They offer following plans that meet the minimum requirements for J1 visa holders:

	COMPASS – Bronze / Silver / Gold
	ISO Med – Med 2 / Med 1 / Prestige
	Voyager – VIP / Plus / Elite

USArts arranges DS-7002 form with host company

The DS7002 form is also called the Training/Internship Placement Plan. This is completed and signed by your host with our help and outlines the goals, activities and responsibilities for the intern/trainee's placement with the host.

USArts issues Training agreement for Host and Trainee

USArts issues DS2019 form

Prepare J1 Intern/Trainee Visa application

	$100 SEVIS fee is not included in your participation fee
	$100 Visa fee is not included in your participation fee

Go to US Consular interview

Receive visa/schedule travel