The primary purpose of J-1 Exchange Visitor Programs is to increase mutual understanding between people of the United States and people of other countries by means of educational cultural exchanges. The J-1 Trainee and Internship programs provide international participants with opportunities for professional development, insight into American know-how and a greater understanding of American culture.

​All CETUSA Training and Internship Programs target four goals:

Provide a program experience that promotes and allows for a participant’s meaningful understanding of American culture, society and people.
Provide educational career advancement opportunities that will strengthen our participant’s resumes and help them further develop their practical skills and knowledge in their field of expertise.
Introduce our program participants to their American colleagues working in the same profession.
Provide an optimum setting to enhance English language skills – in particular the specialised vocabulary of various individual professional fields.

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Introduction:
Interning at a top company is one of the smartest career moves you can make. Not only will you gain real-world skills that will help you throughout your career, but you will also get valuable insight into American culture and business practices as well as the opportunity to improve your English skills. Along the way, you will share ideas with colleagues, make important new business connections, and build lifelong friendships.
Our Internship program is designed for current university students or for recent graduates who have arranged or will arrange their own internship opportunity in the U.S., but do not have a sponsor for their J-1 intern visa. That is where we come in! As your J-1 visa sponsor, ExEgypt will be there to support you every step of the way, we are always here to help.
Key Benefits:
Learn skills from the American businesses and workplaces that will make you stand out in the competitive job market.
Program is up to 12 months, but you get 1 month before and 1 month after your internship for travel in the U.S!
Connections, one of the most important things to make along with friends who would help each other rise to the top!

Eligibility Criteria:
To apply for the Internship/Trainee program, applicants must:

• Be Egyptian citizens and be at least 18 years old.
• Be currently enrolled and in good standing in an Egyptian university or universities outside Egypt or a recent graduate (within 1 year).
• Ready to Intern in a field related to their studies or academic background.
• Have sufficient English language skills to be safe and comfortable travelling alone in the United States, to actively engage with the local U.S. community, and to function in an English-speaking work environment.
• Engage with U.S. culture and communities.
• Commit to returning to Egypt after the training program.
• Demonstrate strong leadership attributes. Applicants who create a resume (CV) that highlights their skills and experience, including volunteering experience enhances their chance of getting selected.

Required documents to apply

• Valid Passport & ID: Applicants must have a valid passport and National ID with at least 6 months before its expiry date.
• English Proof of Enrollment/ Graduation certificate : A stamped official proof of enrollment from your university (Shehadet Ked) or A university diploma (graduation certificate) in case the applicant is a recent graduate.
• English Proficiency Test Certificate: All participants must pass and meet at least an advanced level in our English assessment test and interview. (Valid TOEFL and IELTS can be provided)
• Proof of funds.
• ExEgypt Student Agreement: Each applicant must sign the contract which documents and secure both the applicants and the agency rights.
• Fee disclosure form: An official form describing the program fees and what it covers.
• Letters of Recommendation from your professors and/or current employer.

How does it work?:

If your application and training plan are approved, then you will receive Form DS-2019 and SEVIS

• a “Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status.” Next you will schedule a J-1 visa interview at your local U.S. embassy. Due to our outstanding application process, carefulness, and thorough preparation, most applicants are granted visas. Then travel to America to jump-start your career!

Available Opportunities:

• Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
• Arts and Culture
• Hospitality and Tourism
• Education, Social Science and Library Science
• Information Media and Communications
• Management, Commerce and Finance
• Public Administration and Law
• Engineering, Architecture, Mathematics and Industrial Occupations

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ExEgypt Professional Career Training is designed for professionals who have arranged or will arrange their own training opportunity in the U.S., but do not have a sponsor for their J-1 trainee visa. That is where we come in! As your J-1 visa sponsor, ExEgypt will be there to support you every step of the way: from a comprehensive pre-departure orientation to best-in-class support for the duration of your training position, we are always here to help.

Key Benefits:
Learn skills from the American businesses and workplaces that will make you stand out in the competitive job market.
Program is up to 18 months, but you get 1 month before and 1 month after your internship for travel in the U.S! (20 months total)
Connections, one of the most important things to make along with friends who would help each other rise to the top!

How does it work?:
Once you’ve arranged your training opportunity, you are ready to apply! Contact ExEgypt for application materials. The next steps are easy:
You and us (ExEgypt) will develop and agree upon a training plan.
You submit these materials to your International Representative.
All application materials are reviewed at CIEE headquarters.
If your application and training plan are approved, then you will receive Form DS-2019 and SEVI

• a “Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status.” Next you will schedule a J-1 visa interview at your local U.S. embassy. Due to our outstanding application process, carefulness, and thorough preparation, most applicants are granted visas. Then travel to America to jump-start your career!

Eligibility Criteria:

To apply for the Internship/Trainee program, applicants must:

• Be Egyptian citizens and be at least 18 years old.
• Be currently enrolled and in good standing in an Egyptian university or universities outside Egypt or a recent graduate (within 1 year).

Ready to Intern in a field related to their studies or academic background.

• Have sufficient English language skills to be safe and comfortable travelling alone in the United States, to actively engage with the local U.S. community, and to function in an English-speaking work environment.
• Engage with U.S. culture and communities.
• Commit to returning to Egypt after the training program.
• Demonstrate strong leadership attributes. Applicants who create a resume (CV) that highlights their skills and experience, including volunteering experience enhances their chance of getting selected.

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Required documents to apply:

• Valid Passport & ID: Applicants must have a valid passport and National ID with at least 6 months before its expiry date.
• English Proof of Enrollment/ Graduation certificate : A stamped official proof of enrollment from your university (Shehadet Ked) or A university diploma (graduation certificate) in case the applicant is a recent graduate.
• English Proficiency Test Certificate: All participants must pass and meet at least an advanced level in our English assessment test and interview. (Valid TOEFL and IELTS can be provided.
• Proof of funds.
• ExEgypt Student Agreement: Each applicant must sign the contract which

documents and secure both the applicants and the agency rights.

• Fee disclosure form: An official form describing the program fees and what it covers.
• Letters of Recommendation from your professors and/or current employer.