J-1 visa consultation and sponsorship for law firms
Intrax is a designated sponsor for the J-1 Intern, Trainee, and Research Scholar programs. Our goal is to simplify the J-1 visa application process so you can focus on your clients.
J-1 sponsor for work-based training programs since 2003
Intrax has been a U.S. Department of State designated J-1 visa sponsor since 2003. Each year, we help thousands of international students and graduates gain work experience in the United States across hospitality, education, research, and professional fields.
Our programs are built around one goal: making the J-1 process straightforward so you can focus on your internship.
Leader in the Industry
Intrax is a leader in the field with over 45 years of experience years of experience as a J-1 sponsor putting people at the heart of cultural exchange. In that time, we have helped shape the landscape of the industry, grown a community of satisfied Exchange Visitors, and host company alumni.
Dedicated Support
We believe that dedicated, quality support to our host companies and Exchange Visitors directly contributes to the success of our programs. Our commitment to client service is supported by our focus on good relationships with our host companies and partners abroad. We work together as a unified team, bound by strong communication, to ensure that our goals are aligned and that problems are solved effectively.
Professional Partnerships
We are fortunate to work with a skilled, professional network of partners from more than 80 countries around the globe. Our partners are highly trained in Intrax program policies and procedures, and we are confident in their abilities to effectively screen and assist us in recruiting well-qualified Exchange Visitors.
Sobre o programa de estagiários e trainees J-1
The purpose of the J-1 Visa Program is to give foreign citizens training and experience in the United States with the expectation that J-1 Intern and Trainee participants will return to their home country, following program completion, to impart newfound skills and knowledge to benefit and advance local employment industries – and to foster continued international collaboration.
What is a J-1 visa?
The J-1 visa is a non-immigrant visa issued by the U.S Department of State (DOS) to exchange visitors participating in programs that promote cultural exchange through professional development. All applicants must meet eligibility requirements and be sponsored by a DOS designated J-1 visa sponsor.
What is a J-1 visa sponsor?
The J-1 sponsor is responsible for overseeing J-1 program compliance. The sponsor confirms program eligibility for J-1 participants and U.S. host companies; reviews and approves Training/Internship Placement Plans and monitors J-1 participant progress and welfare while on program in the U.S.
What's included
Serviço e apoio em que pode confiar em cada passo do caminho
No cost consultation and feedback
Revisão e feedback rápido e fiável de documentos de candidatura
Dedicated team to support you and your clients
Validação da empresa anfitriã nos EUA
Emissão do formulário de certificado de elegibilidade DS-2019
Orientação antes da partida para o participante J-1
Apoio no âmbito do programa e assistência de emergência
Seguro médico de emergência e contra acidentes para participantes J-1 (obrigatório)
Passos para se candidatar
Below are the steps involved in the J-1 visa application process. Once all required documents have been submitted to Intrax, the DS-2019 form or Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status will be available to your client in their MyIntrax portal within two weeks.
A validation video call and phone call will be conducted with your client and the host company supervisor respectively. Full payment and a site visit to the U.S. host company (if required) must also be completed before the DS-2019 form is issued.
In order to ensure sufficient time for both Intrax and embassy or consulate processing, your client's J-1 Program start date should be no earlier than one month from the document submission date.
Our team will continuously monitor and keep you apprised of the application status throughout the entire process.
Enviar todos os documentos completos para Intrax por via eletrónica
Intrax analisa os documentos e, se for caso disso, dá seguimento aos comentários
Intrax inicia a candidatura, envia uma mensagem de correio eletrónico ao candidato J-1 para assinar eletronicamente os Termos e Condições e agenda uma videochamada
Após a videochamada, enviar uma mensagem eletrónica ao supervisor J-1 para agendar uma chamada telefónica
Intrax sends DocuSign email prompting e-signatures on final DS-7002
The DS-2019 form is released and available for the J-1 Applicant to download from their MyIntrax portal along with next steps and pre-departure information
O requerente solicita o visto na Embaixada ou Consulado dos EUA
Key Program Information
For Interns
For Trainees
Pelo menos 5 funcionários a tempo inteiro localizados no local de atividade (SOA); no entanto, serão consideradas excepções com base na avaliação da empresa anfitriã e nas responsabilidades propostas para o programa J-1. Se o SOA acolher mais do que um participante J-1 em simultâneo, será aplicado um rácio de 5 funcionários a tempo inteiro por cada participante J-1.
O supervisor J-1 não pode estar à distância, não pode estar a tempo parcial e não pode viajar regularmente.
O inglês deve ser a língua principal falada na SOA e o sítio Web da empresa anfitriã dos EUA deve estar em inglês.
Intrax deve efetuar uma chamada telefónica de validação de cerca de 10-15 minutos com o supervisor J-1 indicado no plano de formação/estágio DS-7002 para analisar o programa J-1 proposto, avaliar a compreensão do programa J-1 e oferecer assistência e explicações.
A empresa anfitriã dos EUA deve incluir o participante J-1 na cobertura de indemnização dos trabalhadores, OU fornecer uma cobertura de responsabilidade comparável, OU fornecer prova de isenção pela legislação estatal.
NÃO será necessária uma visita ao local se a empresa anfitriã for elegível para qualquer uma das seguintes condições
- 25 ou mais empregados a tempo inteiro na SOA, OU
- Receita anual igual ou superior a $3.000.000 USD em toda a empresa, OU
- Estagiários ou estagiários J-1 anteriormente acolhidos e patrocinados através de Intrax na SOA.
FAQs para advogados
Yes. Please email the J-1 Applicant resume along with a brief summary of the proposed responsibilities for the J-1 Intern or Trainee Program, confirming U.S. Host Company name if possible, to info@globalinternships.com to confirm eligibility, at no cost.
Sim. Trabalharemos com a sua firma de advogados para fazer as correcções necessárias aos documentos de candidatura submetidos para garantir um Programa J-1 em conformidade.
Sim, caso a caso, após análise da empresa/estabelecimento e das responsabilidades propostas. Ver acima a confirmação da elegibilidade.
Sim, caso a caso, após análise da empresa/estabelecimento e das responsabilidades propostas. Ver acima a confirmação da elegibilidade.
Não. Intrax Global Internships fornece seguro a todos os Participantes J-1 (e Dependentes J-2) que patrocinamos, o qual cumpre ou excede os requisitos mínimos de seguro de acordo com os regulamentos do Programa J-1.
"Intrax oferece formação, o que é um fator diferenciador fundamental no espaço de estágios globais J1."
"I have a great J-1 partner, and that is rare in this space!"
"Our experience has been wonderful"
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