Why participate in the EACC Texas J1 Visa Program? 

  • Qualified interns. The J1 Visa Program with the EACC Texas allows you to host well-educated, motivated, and bilingual interns/trainees from Europe 
  • International exposure. With the J1 Visa Program, your company gets the chance to build and strengthen international relationships.  
  • Peace of mind. Handling visa applications is stressful. With EACC Texas handling your J1 visa applications, you will save time and resources.  
  • Low costs. The EACC Texas charges a fee depending on the duration of the internship.  

Host company requirements 

  • Must be a member of EACC Texas 
  • Abide by all federal, state, and local labor and occupational health and safety laws (including compensation) 
  • Training provided must be in-person 
  • At least 5 full-time, on-site employees per J1 intern/trainee 
  • In business and operational for at least 6 months 
  • Have an English-language website and company-based email addresses 
  • Interview candidates via phone, webcam or in-person 

Application process host companies 

    1. Review host company eligibility requirements 
    2. Review participant requirements  
    3. Get an invitation from EACC Texas for the application portal 
    4. Start J1 Visa Application 
    5. Add participant’s information and training plan 
    6. Sign the training plan phases 
    7. Review and approval 

REVIEW THE J1 VISA PROGRAM BROCHURE FOR MORE INFORMATION

 

INTERESTED? START YOUR APPLICATION HERE