About

J-1 Visa Services

French Interns & Trainees for Your Business

As an officially recognized sponsor of the J-1 visa by the U.S. Department of State, the French-American Chamber of Commerce has helped prepare thousands of international young professionals and students for a future in the global economy.


6,000+

Young professionals placed since 1983

40+

Years of U.S.-based sponsorship

18-35

Age range for program participants


Who we serve

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  • The FACC (New York Chapter) processes J-1 visas for skilled interns and trainees as well as French Volunteers for International Experience (VIEs — overseas corporate missions for eligible European citizens), aged 18–35 depending upon the program.


  • Our U.S.-based sponsored training program has benefited more than 6,000 young French men and women since 1983, building a lasting bridge between French and American professional cultures.


  • Internships and traineeships are the ideal mechanism for American and French companies to make their workplaces more diverse and international in scope.

Program types

J-1 Intern

For current students or recent graduates (within 12 months) pursuing a structured internship directly related to their field of study.

VIE program

Overseas corporate missions (Volontariat International en Entreprise) for eligible European citizens aged 18–28, designed for structured international business exposure.

J-1 Trainee

For skilled professionals with a degree and at least one year of relevant experience, or five years of work experience in their field, seeking career development in the U.S.


Interested in hosting a French intern or trainee?

Contact us to learn how the J-1 visa program can benefit your organization.

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