What is the J-1 visa for internships?
There are 14 categories of the J-1 visa, and intern is one of them. This cultural exchange visa is used to allow foreign students and recent graduates to train with a U.S.-based host organization for up to 12 months. You must be EITHER currently enrolled in and pursuing studies at a degree or certificate granting post-secondary academic institution OR graduated from such an institution no more than 12 months prior to your internship program start date.
