AIFS Professional Pathways

Designated by the U.S. Department of State, AIFS Professional Pathways provides J-1 visa sponsorship for individuals from around the globe pursuing intern- and traineeships at multi-sector companies across the United States. For eligible programs, this visa serves as temporary work authorization for full-time, on-the-job training for 3 weeks to 18 months. 

Services include eligibility evaluation, compliance education, guidance developing training programs, federal form issuance and DHS record maintenance, program monitoring, and providing the foreign talent with a pre-departure orientation, visa and travel guidance, compliant health insurance, and 24/7 support. 

The J-1 allows companies to advance global talent development programs for individuals or cohorts, ranging from from student interns, to new hire up through executive level training rotations. U.S. Companies also utilize this to advance global networks and business prospects, deepen relationships with talent and business partners, promote diversity and a culture of learning in the workplace, and increased innovation through unique collaboration.

AIFS is a leader in the international exchange industry and has served as a visa sponsor for 60 years.