International experience will boost any career prospects - and in the competitive job market an internship in the US will help you stand out from the crowd and get noticed.
A Graduate Internship USA Programme will give you the experience you need to succeed.
In order to start the process you will need to register for an online account.
Please make sure you read the instructions carefully and also download your Supporting Documents
* This may require additional supporting documentation from your university or tutor
You're covered for the whole time you're in the USA
The Fees depend on the length of time you will be in the USA.
See Fees and Inclusions for detailed information
While most activities are allowed under the Internship Programme, there are some that are prohibited under the program guidelines - such as coaching, care of children etc.
Even if you are planning on undertaking a short term unpaid internship experience in the USA you will need to apply for the Internship Programme. Under no circumstances are you allowed to use a Visa Waiver or tourist visa with the intention of undertaking any form of work placement - even unpaid.
In order to qualify for Graduate Internship USA you must be a recent graduate a degree level or above.
We are not able to accept foundation degrees or Btec qualifications for this programme
In order to enter the USA on a J1 Visa Programme you must have a passport that is valid for AT LEAST 6 months AFTER the end date of your internship or traineeship.
Please make sure your passport meets these requirements. If not your application will be subject to delays as your legal paperwork (the DS-2019) can NOT be issued without a passport that meets these criteria.
Your Host Organisation (US employer) must provide structured and practical training while abiding by some key program regulations.
Your Host Organisation (US employer) must provide structured and practical training while abiding by some key program regulations.
Once the application is complete and approved, you will need to book a face to face interview at your local US Embassy or Consulate