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UNLOCK YOUR CULINARY & HOSPITALITY CAREER

Cultural exchange and professional development in the U.S.

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Two restaurant waiters posing side by side
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Unique Placements

J1Pro connects you with top positions in the luxury hospitality and restaurant industry in the USA.

Grow

Work, learn, and grow with J1Pro’s cultural exchange programs.

Cultural Immersion

Explore new cultures and advance your career with hands-on experiences in the USA's dynamic hospitality and culinary industries.

Working Abroad

Your top choice for working abroad, J1Pro offers the best opportunities and support for your international career journey!

Requirements

The J-1 visa program has specific academic requirements. At J1Pro, we offer tailored programs for the culinary and hospitality industries, helping individuals gain valuable international experience and advance their careers.

Degree

Enrolled or graduated from a recognized institution with a hospitality or culinary degree within the last 12 months.

Degree + Experience

Degree in culinary or hospitality 
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1 year of experience in the industry. (Outside the US)

Experience

+5 years of professional experience in culinary or hospitality.

Fees

The J-1 Visa program is a paid program that gives you an opportunity to gain work experience in the United States. During the program, you will receive a stipend for your work, providing you with financial support while you participate.

The fees need to be paid before the start of the program

Separate Fees

$405

Visa Interview Fee

$185

SEVIS

$220

  • SEVIS Fee - Tracks J-1 interns/trainees in the U.S. You’ll get a SEVIS number and record.

  • J-1 Visa Fee - Paid after filling out the DS-160 form and scheduling your visa interview.

Visa Interview Fee

$185

  • SEVIS Fee - Tracks J-1 interns/trainees in the U.S. You’ll get a SEVIS number and record.

  • J-1 Visa Fee - Paid after filling out the DS-160 form and scheduling your visa interview.

SEVIS

$220

Paid when scheduling the visa interview

Visa Fee

$3,390

What's Included?

  • DS-2019 processing fees

  • International document shipping

  • Health insurance coverage

Paid when a job offer is secured

Administrative Fee

$700

What's Included?

  • Your own career consultant

  • Documentation Preparation

  • Finding a placement in the US

  • Advisory during the program

  • ​24-hour emergency support

  • Preparation Interviews

 ⁠Paid at the start of the process

Total cost of the program:
$4,495.00

BENEFITS

the ultimate J1 visa experience

Culinary & Pastry

Food & Beverage

Guest Services

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