Starting your International Internship in 2021

Start Your International Internship this year!
Sep 06 2021

J-1 Internships allow international students, recent graduates and professionals to travel to the United States and receive professional training at U.S. companies. While you could participate in an internship in your home city or country, the benefits of an international internship are immense! As a J-1 visa intern, you can gain skills more quickly, advance… Continue reading »

Top 5 Reasons an International Internship is Right for You!

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Sep 04 2021

No matter what subject you’re studying at University, an international internship can set you on a path toward success. The J-1 Intern and Trainee Visa programs are designed for university students (or recent graduates) like yourself searching for an opportunity to travel, make friends, and learn new skills along the way. Here are 5 top… Continue reading »

CICD Participant Spotlight: A German Teacher Assistant’s Experience in the USA

Photo Credit: Mario Hiemer
Jan 15 2021

Mario traveled from Germany to Colorado, USA, to participate in CICD’s International Teaching Intern Program (ITIP). What started as an incredible teaching internship opportunity for Mario left him with lifetime friendships and experiences. Learn more about CICD’s ITIP program here. “As you have probably noticed, my time in the USA as a teaching assistant in… Continue reading »

A Chef’s Dream: Immersive International Culinary Program

Marco during his Culinary Program In France
Oct 29 2020

Imagine sitting down at an outdoor cafe eating a new meal for the first time. The joy we feel when we try something new is just what Marco felt when he landed in France for his internship. Food is the center of our understanding of the world; it invites incredible conversations, builds relationships, and, of… Continue reading »

Three Things We Learned by Throwing a Celebration for Seattle’s Cultural Exchange Community

CICD Staff and J-1 participants from all over the world at the "Year of the DS-2019" Celebration!
Dec 05 2019

On October 16, 2019, the Center for International Career Development (CICD) and our sister organization NorthWest Student Exchange (NWSE), hosted a cultural exchange celebration in honor of “The Year of the DS-2019”.  Named after the iconic DS-2019 form (required to obtain the J-1 visa), this event was a perfect opportunity to celebrate the passion, hard… Continue reading »

How an Internship Abroad Impacts the Way We View the World Around Us

Mariana, CICD J1 Trainee
Oct 25 2019

To pursue career aspirations while also traveling the world is a unique opportunity! The J-1 visa allows just that and more. J-1 visa programs are a unique opportunity that allows participants from around the world to not only gain meaningful insights and understanding of American business practices, but to experience a whole new culture and… Continue reading »

3 Easy Video Styles to Document Your Cultural Exchange!

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Aug 21 2019

Welcome to the United States! Arriving in a new country can be both exciting and overwhelming. Whether your program is 1 or 18 months long, you’ll want to keep track of your international travels! CICD has created a guide that breaks down the top 3 ways that YOU can make a video of your exchange… Continue reading »

Participant Feature: Culinary Internship at a Michelin star restaurant in Barcelona

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Jun 02 2019

CICD International Programs offers more than just an internship – we offer the experience of a lifetime! CICD specializes in providing opportunities for qualified candidates to travel the world and gain hands-on career experience. Barcelona is a top choice for culinary students looking to expand their hospitality knowledge while exploring Spain. Internships take place at the most… Continue reading »

CICD J-1 Teacher in the News

CICD J-1 Teacher, Irish from the Philippines
May 13 2019

CICD Teacher Irish from the Philippines is having the experience of a lifetime as a Special Education Teacher in Shelby, Montana. She arrived in March and has been welcomed with open arms by her new school and community. Irish brings many years of experience to her role and has found some interesting differences between American… Continue reading »

The Inspiring Impact of an Architecture Internship in the USA

Dhwani with her Internship Team!
Apr 22 2019

“During my stay in the States, I found that it was not only New York but all of America that prioritized a humane approach to architecture.” Traveling to a foreign country is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in new cultures and experiences. Having always been amazed by the buildings and city planning in the… Continue reading »