Start an internship or trainee program in the U.S. on a J-1 visa

Already have a professional internship or trainee program secured in the United States? Intrax handles your full J-1 visa sponsorship so you can focus on your career.

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Trusted by leading companies

You found the internship or trainee program. We handle the visa.

Professional Internship or trainee sponsorship is designed for international students and recent graduates who have already secured a U.S. internship and need J-1 visa sponsorship to make it happen.

We sponsor the visa. You focus on the internship or training.

You bring the internship or training offer. We handle the DS-2019, compliance, and everything in between.

Build real professional experience

Gain career-defining experience in your field at a U.S. company while developing skills you can take anywhere in the world.

Full support from application to arrival

Our team guides you through every step of the J-1 process so you arrive prepared and ready to start.

Why participants choose Intrax

Services supporting you every step of the way.

Designated sponsor since 2003

Intrax has been designated by the U.S. Department of State to sponsor J-1 trainee visas since 2003 and intern visas since 2007 — giving you a trusted, experienced sponsor backed by decades of compliance expertise.

Fast DS-2019 processing

Receive your DS-2019 within 2 weeks of completing all documents, your phone interview, and payment — so you can move forward with your visa application without delays.

Dedicated program advisor

You are assigned a personal program advisor who provides guidance and support throughout your entire internship — from application to your last day in the U.S.

24-hour emergency support

If something unexpected happens during your program, our team is available around the clock to help — so you are never left dealing with issues alone.

Year-round start dates

Begin a role when it works best for you.

Global presence and connections

A trusted international network opening doors across industries and locations.

Internship fields across every major industry

J-1 visa sponsorship is available for internships across a wide range of professional fields. If your field isn't listed, contact us, and we'll let you know if we can help.

Agriculture, Forestry, & Fishing
Arts & Culture
Construction & Building Trades
Education, Social Sciences & Library Science
Hospitality & Tourism
Information Media & Communications
Management, Business & Finance
Public Administration & Law
STEM & Industrial Occupations

What We Offer

Variety of internship paths

Professional Internship sponsorship is available across a wide range of fields, including business, engineering, sciences, communications, architecture, and more. If you have a confirmed internship offer in your field of study, we can likely support it.

Compensation

Professional internships are paid by your host company directly. Compensation varies by employer, field, and location. Intrax does not set or guarantee a salary. Your offer letter from the host company will confirm your compensation details.

Develop training plan

Every intern starts with a structured training plan that outlines goals and responsibilities for both you and your host company, so expectations are clear from day one.

Frequent Check-Ins

Our Program Advisors check in with both you and your host company throughout your internship to make sure everything is on track and to support you if any issues arise.

Cultural exchange

Working in a U.S. professional environment is about more than career skills. You'll build cross-cultural relationships, gain insight into American workplace culture, and bring a global perspective to your team.

Key Program Information

Eligibility
Intern
Currently studying or recently graduated
Age
18 years of age or older
Education
Current full-time student with at least 2 semesters completed
Or recent graduate — within 12 months of graduation date. All obtained outside the U.S.
Field
Related to your field of study
English Skills
Speak English at an advanced level
Trainee
Degree plus professional experience abroad
Age
20 years of age or older
Education + Experience
Degree or professional certificate plus at least 1 year of relevant work experience outside the U.S.
Or 5 years of work experience outside the U.S. in the field.
Field
Related to your occupational field
English Skills
Speak English at an advanced level
How it works
Step 1 - Apply online
Submit your application and share details about your internship offer, host company, and program dates.
Step 2 — Secure your internship offer
You must have a confirmed offer from a U.S. host company before we can issue your J-1 sponsorship. If you don't have one yet, browse our resources for tips on finding a professional internship.
Step 3 — Receive your J-1 sponsorship
Once your application and documents are reviewed and approved, we issue your DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility and guide you through the visa application process step by step.
Step 4 — Begin your internship
With your J-1 visa in hand, you're ready to start. Your Intrax Program Advisor will be available throughout your internship to support you if anything comes up along the way.

Customer testimonials

Discover what living in the US and working for an American company is like!

Professional Internship
"In general, I’m very satisfied with my experience at Highel. Although there are only two interns including myself, I have so much fun at work as my coworkers are very friendly and would sometimes invite us to their house on weekends to hang out."
Professional Internship
"My current goal is to gain an extensive knowledge of trading in foreign markets while working at KCC Transport Systems. I was recently trained on a wider range of tasks at my company including FCL Logistics, FAK, and Air Cargo."
Professional Internship
"I am currently working in the Personnel and General Affairs department performing general office duties. Since I started working at LogisALL, I proactively seek opportunities in my role to improve my English skills by trying to answer more extension calls. "

Ready to get started?

Our team will guide you through every step, from application to arrival.

Still have questions? Check our FAQ or contact us directly.

Alliances and Partnerships

Through our cultural exchange programs, Intrax seeks to build bridges of understanding and shape the world through citizen diplomacy.