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65-minute live streaming program
  • January 12
  • 1:00 - 2:05 pm EST

Global Talent, Local Impact: How the J-1 Program Drives Business, Organizational Success, and Cultural Growth

January 12

Learn valuable information necessary to create strong global talent programs.

This course offers a comprehensive overview of the J-1 Intern and Trainee Program, equipping participants with the knowledge needed to successfully host and support international talent. You’ll gain insight into program goals, eligibility criteria, compliance responsibilities, and evolving trends in global workforce development. With practical guidance on structuring training plans, adapting to post-COVID workplace realities, and maintaining ethical standards, this session empowers organizations to build sustainable, culturally enriching training programs that align with long-term talent strategies.

Learning Objectives

  • You will be able to distinguish between the J-1 Intern and Trainee categories.
  • You will be able to identify current global trends in talent development and describe how international training supports workforce planning.
  • You will be able to summarize key compliance responsibilities for sponsors and host organizations, including ethical and regulatory standards.
  • You will be able to evaluate strategies for adapting training programs to changing workplace models while maintaining program integrity.

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Agenda

Overview to the Intern/Trainee Program
  • Overview of the J-1 Intern and Trainee Categories Under the Exchange Visitor Program.
  • Core Purpose: Cultural Exchange Through Structured, On-The-Job Training in the U.S.
  • Key Eligibility Differences Between Interns (Students or Recent Grads) and Trainees (Professionals With Experience).
  • Importance of the DS-7002 Training/Internship Placement Plan.
  • Program Goals: Skills-Building, Cross-Cultural Understanding, and Return-Home Knowledge Transfer.
Global Trends in Talent Development
  • Industry Trends: High Demand in Fields Like STEM, Hospitality, Finance, Public Administration, and Media.
  • The Role of International Training in Long-Term Workforce Planning.
Impact of Remote Work and Program Flexibility
  • U.S. Department of State Guidance: Remote Work Permitted Only in Limited, Pre-Approved Situations.
  • Continued Emphasis on In-Person, Immersive Experiences.
  • How Sponsors and Host Organizations Are Adapting Training Models Post-COVID.
  • Challenges of Maintaining Program Integrity and Engagement With Flexible Work Formats.
Compliance, Ethics, and Program Integrity
  • Sponsor Responsibilities: Participant Monitoring, Site Visits, Sevis Reporting, and Cultural Engagement.
  • Host Organization Obligations: Structured Training, Fair Treatment, and Non-Displacement of U.S. Workers.
  • Common Compliance Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them.
  • Fee Transparency and Ethical Recruitment Practices for Overseas Partners.
  • Importance of Regular Communication Between All Parties.
Building Sustainable Partnerships for the Future
  • Strengthening Collaborations Between Sponsors, Host Companies, and Overseas Partners.
  • Success Stories: How Global Training Can Transform Careers and Communities.
  • Developing Long-Term Program Strategies to Adapt to Evolving Global Mobility Needs.
  • Q & A and Next Steps for Interested Partners or Employers.
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  • ASA 1.0
     
  • This program may qualify for 1.0 continuing education hour(s) towards maintaining your ASA credential. Please contact ASA for more information at [email protected]. Please retain proof of attendance in the event your CE record is audited.
     
  • HR Certification Institute 1.0
     
  • This program has been pre-approved for 1.0 (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR®, aPHRi(TM), PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi(TM), and SPHRi(TM) recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®). For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HR Certification Institute website at www.hrci.org.
     
  • SHRM 1.0
     
  • Lorman Education Services/Noggin Guru Inc. is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CPSM or SHRM-SCPSM. This program is valid for 1.0 PDC(s) for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.
     

This program does NOT qualify, nor meet the National Standard for NASBA accreditation.

Who should attend?

This live webinar is designed for human resource managers, recruiters, personnel managers, supervisors, business owners and managers, benefits administrators, and payroll professionals.

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Faculty

Ariana Bovell

J-1 Visa Exchanges

  • Senior Program Specialist and Alternate Responsible Officer at J-1 Visa Exchanges (J1X)
  • J-1 program sponsor designated by the U.S. Department of State for the BridgeUSA Intern, Trainee, and Teacher programs
  • Almost 10 years experience in the administration of J-1 visa programs
  • Plays a key role in working with immigration attorneys, U.S. host organizations, U.S. host schools, and individuals through the J-1 visa application process

Tania Carswell

J-1 Visa Exchanges

Tania Carswell, GMS

  • Director of Program Development at J-1 Visa Exchanges
  • Primarily focuses on providing BridgeUSA J-1 visa program regulatory and practice expertise to clients while also working with the Exchange Team to develop guidance and business development strategies
  • Worked for several law firms as an Immigration Specialist and most recently worked as a Program Director as a program sponsor overseeing trainees’, interns’, and teacher programs.
  • Can be contacted at [email protected]
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Product ID: 412076
Published 2026
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