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Before coming to the United States, I didn’t know much about what life here would be like what to expect. Honestly, I was nervous—especially about how expensive things might be in San Francisco. I worried I wouldn’t be able to survive without the support of my family....
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Advance your hospitality career with J-1 exchange programs The J-1 visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows foreign nationals to participate in exchange visitor programs in the United States. Participating in a J-1 exchange visitor program can offer many benefits for...
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Getting Ready For Your J-1 VISA Interview Scheduling your J-1 Visa Interview The first step in preparing for you J-1 visa interview is scheduling it with the U.S. embassy or consulate. It is much easier to schedule an appointment in your country of permanent...
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Eva Maria Lederma – Greenwich Country Club, CT As someone who has always had a passion for cooking and baking, participating in the J-1 TransUSA Exchange program has been an incredible experience for me. My name is Eva Maria, and I am currently interning...
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Lana and Yazan -The Royal Academy of Culinary Arts Alumni “You’re strong, never be afraid!”- my mother said as we were leaving, embarking on a yearlong journey to America, far from all my family and friends. In our culture family and friends are the life force! It’s...
by talentconnect | Inspiration, Interviews
Giulia and her Program Supervisor, Gilda. For most of my life, I have called Romania home. But I am happy to say that another country, the United States, now holds a special place in my heart, thanks to the Internship Program that I am currently attending! My...