Launch Your Global Career in the United States

Take your career beyond the classroom with the U.S. Department of State's Internship & Career Training Program—an official cultural exchange program that gives students, recent graduates, and young professionals the opportunity to gain valuable international work experience in the United States.

Train with a qualified U.S. host company for 6 to 18 months, develop practical skills in your field, strengthen your English, and experience American workplace culture while building a global professional network.

This is much more than a job—it's a structured learning experience designed to prepare you for an international career.

Why Join the Program?

• Gain paid, hands-on professional training in your field
• Build international work experience that enhances your resume
• Improve your English in a professional environment
• Learn American business practices and workplace culture
• Expand your global network and career opportunities
• Experience authentic cultural exchange while living in the United States

Internship Program

Designed for current university students and recent graduates who want to bridge the gap between academic study and real-world professional experience.

Basic Eligibility

You must:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have sufficient English proficiency for a professional workplace
• Demonstrate the financial ability to support yourself during your stay in the U.S.

In addition, you must be either:

A Current Student

• Enrolled full-time in a degree or professional certificate program at an accredited institution outside the United States.

OR

A Recent Graduate

• Graduated from an accredited institution outside the U.S. within the past 12 months before the program begins.

Career Training (Trainee) Program

Designed for young professionals who want to advance their careers through structured, professional training in the United States.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

Option 1

• Hold a university degree or professional certificate and
• Have at least one year of full-time professional work experience outside the United States after graduation.

OR

Option 2

• Have at least five years of full-time professional work experience in your occupational field.

A True Cultural Exchange Experience

The Internship & Career Training Program is not an employment or labor program. Every training placement follows a structured training plan focused on professional development, learning, and cultural exchange.

Throughout your program, you'll not only gain valuable career experience but also share your own culture, traditions, and perspectives with your American colleagues—creating meaningful connections that last long after the program ends.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Whether you're a student preparing for your future or a professional looking to expand your international experience, the Internship & Career Training Program can help you build the skills, confidence, and global perspective employers value.

Apply today and start your journey toward an international career in the United States.

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