The Process Internship

The Process Internship

Stage-USA takes care of the entire process of an internship placement in the U.S. Stage-USA’s process is as follows:

1. Registration: You must register online through the form on our website. Without obligation and free of charge. 
2. First contact: A Stage-USA representative will personally get in contact with you. Then, you make an appointment for an intake via Zoom.
3. Intake Meeting: During the online intake meeting, we discuss your traineeship needs and explain the Stage-USA process. We want to gain an impression of you and your personal motivation. 
4. Selection: Based on the intake meeting, we will inform you if and how we can start up your program. 
5. Program Agreement/Deposit: Based on the interview, a program agreement is drafted. This agreement is an overview of the program you are applying for. When you are ready to start up the program we ask you to sign this document digitally in the portal. We will then issue an invoice for the deposit of $500. This amount will be deducted from your total program costs later in the process.
6. Collecting documents: Once the deposit has been paid, we can begin working on your resume, motivation letter and supporting documents. We will send you examples of the U.S. standard for these documents and provide feedback in order for you to meet the requirements. One of our representatives will guide you through this entire process.
7. Coaching session: Once your documents are approved, one of our program coordinators will schedule a coaching session to prepare you for the placement and interviewing process. 
8. Placement process: During this period, we will introduce you to several companies in the U.S.who suit your needs. We will keep you informed of the process until a possible match is found. Once we receive a positive response from a company, we will inform you of the details of the traineeship.
9. Interview: At this point you will interview with your potential host company. You can ask any questions you may have about the traineeship and the company. Based on the interview, both you and the company can decide if there is a match.
10. Contracts and Payment: Once you are hired, the training contract is to be signed and the remaining program fee will be invoiced. 
11. J-1 Visa: Stage-USA arranges the J-1 visa with a cooperating U.S. visa sponsor, so all of your documents are compiled in cooperation with us. In addition, we create a training plan that fits your study and traineeship needs. You will pay the U.S. visa fees, which include your required health insurance and SEVIS payment, unless otherwise noted. You will also have to make an appointment at the U.S. consulate in your home country, which we will assist you with.
12. Housing: Approximately 2 weeks before your departure, we will assist in finding your housing accommodation. In most cases you will receive a list of possibilities. We recommend for you to stay in a hotel/hostel during the first night of your arrival in the U.S. to look at the available accommodations and make the best choice.
13. Pre-Arrival Orientation Information: Shortly before departing to the United States you will receive your final preparation information. Such as how to apply for your Social Security Number, setup a bank account, activate your Stage-Global SIM card and more. 
14. Flight: Last step is to book your flight. We recommend booking your flight once your visa has been approved.