Internships!

Are you a currently enrolled international university student or recent graduate that has secured an internship in the U.S. this summer?

As you may have already learned, obtaining a visa to come to the U.S. can be a confusing process. We here at Global Current may be able to assist you. We are a J-1 visa sponsor designated by the U.S. Dept. of State to sponsor intern (and trainee) programs in a variety of different occupational fields.

We welcome any inquiries regarding our services and will do our best to steer you in the right direction!

*Please note that we do not place individuals and can only assist those who have already been offered internships by reputable employers.

Global Current has sponsored foreign nationals from over 40 countries in 2010 thus far!

Why Choose a J-1 Trainee or Intern Visa?

The J-1 visa can be a great option for your company to quickly and efficiently bring in participants for your international training or internship programs. J-1 visas are flexible, timely, and fast. There are no age restrictions and there is no lengthy petitioning process prior to applying for a visa. From start to finish it is possible to complete the entire process within 2 to 3 weeks...especially when working with an organization such as Global Current. We proudly offer 48-processing for all eligible applications.

If the proposed traineeship or internship is in one of the following categories, Global Current may be able to help sponsor your proposed participant:

Business and Technology
Marketing
Administration/Management
Communications
Commerce
Finance
Information Technology
Engineering
Media
Social Services (Excluding Counseling)
Public Administration
Law
Social Sciences
The Sciences
Library Science
Mathematics
Arts and Culture
Film
Fashion
Graphic Design
Architecture
Education (Excluding Teachers)

Have a question about whether or not your proposed participant fits into one of the above listed categories? Fell free to contact us at any time!

Good Friday - Friday, April 2nd

Global Current will be closed Friday, April 2nd in observance of Good Friday. We will be back open for business on Monday, April 5th.

Summer Internship Rate!

Global Current would like to inform all interested persons that we are once again offering a special Summer Internship Rate for eligible candidates who have already secured internships with host companies in the U.S. Our rate includes Global Current sponsorship for your J-1 intern visa and payment of your SEVIS fee. Mandatory health insurance is not included. This rate only applies for internships. Traineeships are not eligible for this promotion.

*A summer intern is a student that participates in an internship of no more than 4 months during summer vacation from their home university. Upon completion of their internship program, participants return to their foreign university to complete a degree. For more information about this special promotion please contact us.

Jon Adler
Program Manager
Global Current
Phone: (212) 757-3774 x240
E-Mail: jona@globalcurrentexchanges.org

Over 30 Countries and Counting......

Did you know that Global Current has already sponsored professionals from over 30 countries in 2010 !!!

Travel Promotion Act Signed into Law

On March 4th, President Obama signed into law the Travel Promotion Act of 2009. The law will require a $10 fee to be levied on visitors to the United States from 35 European and Asian visa- waiver countries that do not pay $131 for a U.S. visa and are staying fewer than 90 days in the US. The fee will cover a traveler for two years and could produce as much as $100-200 million a year to help fund a corporation to promote the United States as a tourist destination. A further goal of the program is to educate travelers on U.S security procedures.

While this legislation will not affect any participants on J-1 Programs, it will affect those visiting them in the U.S. during their programs, including friends and family. It is expected that this fee will begin to be charged by the end of the year.