The J-1 visa is a temporary (non-immigrant) type of visa which is intended for:
Foreign medical graduates or physicians to pursue graduate medical education or training at accredited schools of medicine or scientific institutions
Foreign students participating in exchange programs to promote the sharing of knowledge and skills in education, arts and sciences
Research scholars to teach, conduct research, observe, or consult on research projects
Au Pairs to live with an American host family
Foreign nationals to pursue business and industrial training programs in the U.S.
Professors to teach, lecture, conduct research, or consult at educational institutions, museums, libraries, or similar institutions in the U.S.
Employees of International Communication agencies
Research assistants sponsored by the national institute of health
Foreign nationals to serve as counselors in U.S. summer camps
Foreign nationals to obtain further academic qualifications or gain practical experience/training in a specific area of knowledge or expertise
Foreign nationals who are recognized as potentional leaders or experts to engage in observation tours, discussions, consultation, professional meetings, and training
U.S. organizations authorized by the Department of State (DOS) to sponsor foreign nationals for training
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