International Exchange Programme
About Programme
All applicants are fully screened through a detailed application process and are evaluated on their eagerness to work and to experience life in the United States. Qualified Exchange Visitors are issued a J-1 visa, which allows them to work a maximum of four months between the dates of June 1 and October 1, and then travel for up to 30 days to experience American culture, improve their skills and explore the United States.
- Summer work & Travel Program
- Trainee/ Intern Program
Program Dates
The dates which participants are permitted to work during the summer follows the following guidelines:
- It may not be for a period longer than 4 months
- It must be within their university or College’s official summer break from school, and participants must show proof of these dates
- The dates must fall between the start and end date permitted by the department of state. For Nigeria it's June 1 to October 1 (4 months) All three of these conditions must be met when offering or accepting a contract to work while participating in the exchange program
Cultural Components
The regulations regarding the cultural component are very clear that the applicants must not only receive work based cultural exposure, but also partake in activities that introduces American culture and history outside the work place (on time off). Some examples and suggestions provided by the Department of State are visits to national parks, historic or government sites, scenic areas, museums, local sporting events, participating in meals with Americans, local community events and nature outings