What are the categories for a J-1 visa?
There are several categories for a J-1: Au pair; Camp Counselor; Student, college/university; Student, secondary; Government Visitor; International Visitor (reserved for U.S. Department of State use); Alien physician; Professor; Research Scholar; Short-term Scholar; Specialist; Summer work/travel; Teacher; and Trainee/Intern. Each category of exchange has specific requirements for eligibility.