About IA&A's Internship in the USA
IA&A is a designated United States J1 trainee and intern visa sponsor and issues the signed DS-2019 form (Certificate of Eligibility) necessary to apply for the J1 trainee/intern visa. The J1 visa is required for unpaid and paid internships and training programs in the United States.
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What does IA&A do for you?
-Resume and cover letter counseling
-Follow-up on your internship applications
-Provide DS2019 Certificate of Eligibility
-Help with visa process and supporting documents
-Pre-Arrival Information
-Professional networking support for participants and alumni
How much does it cost?
3 to 6-month participation: $845
7 to 12-month participation: $1445
13 to 18-month participation: $1745
Extension fee: $600
IA&A accepts applications for visa sponsorship (DS2019) from candidates in
- visual and performing arts,
- arts management
- industrial design and interior design,
- graphic design
- architecture
- media and communications,
- marketing
- finance and business in the arts and culture, crafts and design
- performing arts management. IA&A also considers applicants seeking experience in management and commerce.
IA&A has sponsored J1 visa participants (provided the DS2019 form to participants) from more than 30 nations worldwide including Nepal, Korea, Japan, China, Singapore, Germany, France, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Norway, Denmark, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Canada, Mexico, Venezuela, and Australia.
