How to Make Friends in the American Workplace as a Cultural Exchange Participant
Moving to a new country for a cultural exchange program, internship, or teaching position is an exciting adventure. When you make friends in the American
Intern or Train in the US
Basic Training Etiquette in the USA for J-1 Internship Participants
Starting a J-1 Internship in the United States is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop professional skills, and engage in cultural exchange. However,
Hockey Game with J-1 Interns in Chicago
On Sunday, February 16, Spirit Cultural Exchange staff member Suzanne and Mariana and Sergio, J-1 Interns in Chicago who are training with the Illinois Hispanic
BridgeUSA Architecture Trainee Visits Spirit Office
Last week, the Spirit Cultural Exchange office in Oak Park welcomed Clara, a BridgeUSA Architecture Trainee. After taking the El from Chicago – where her
How a J-1 STEM Intern Can Elevate Your Business’ Success
In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, innovation is key to staying ahead of the curve. For companies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, hosting
Why Hosting a J-1 Front Desk Intern is a Win-Win for Your Business
Hiring a J-1 Front Desk Intern is more than just filling a role; it’s an opportunity to enrich your business with fresh perspectives, talents, and
Congratulations to Our 2024 Video Contest Winners!
Spirit is proud to announce the winners of our 2024 Video Contest! This year we received some of our best entries ever. Our video entries
What Can a J-1 Culinary Intern Do for My Company?
Are you a restaurant owner, hotel manager, or culinary business looking to infuse fresh talent and international flair into your team? If so, partnering with
Summer 2024 Photo Contest Winners – Week 6
This week’s theme was “Your Favorite Summer Memory” and we received some great photos of our participants enjoying their programs! Below are our top seven