Providing ‘On-the-Job’ Training for Your Non-U.S. Based Talent, at Your Company’s U.S. Locations: The J1 Exchange Visitor Program

Category: GIA
Published: 2025-03-24
Providing ‘On-the-Job’ Training for Your Non-U.S. Based Talent, at Your Company’s U.S. Locations: The J1 Exchange Visitor Program

GlobalAutoIndustry.com’s latest Audio Interview “Providing ‘On-the-Job’ Training for Your Non-U.S. Based Talent, at Your Company’s U.S. Locations: The J1 Exchange Visitor Program” features Lindsay Bongi.  Lindsay is the Director of Intern and Trainee Programs at Alliance Abroad Group.  With over a decade of experience in the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program, Lindsay specializes in enabling and consulting host organizations on how to maximize the benefits of this valuable program. Having worked with multiple sponsor organizations, Lindsay brings a deep understanding of the unique considerations and compliance requirements of the J-1 visa category.

In the 12-minute Audio Interview, Ms. Bongi discusses these questions:

  • Can you please provide a broad overview of the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program and specifically the Intern and Trainee Categories that fall within the J-1 umbrella?
  • How do you typically see the auto industry utilizing these programs?
  • Are there any limitations to consider?
  • How long does the process take?
  • If I am an interested company, how do I get started?