Eligibility and Application
As a designated J-1 visa sponsor by the U.S. Department of State, candidates for the Global Career Launch program must meet the following eligibility requirements by the start of the program:
- Student Status: Applicants must be a registered full-time student attending an accredited university outside the United States at the time of application.
- Age: 19-26
- University Major: All specializations and majors are encouraged to apply.
- Language Requirements: Applicants must have a strong working knowledge of English for use in professional work environments. English language capabilities are subject to review by Cultural Vistas or potential host employers.
- Passport/Visa: All applicants must hold a passport valid until at least March 2013.
Please note: Although Cultural Vistas serves as a designated visa sponsor, it is still possible for a visa application to be denied. Please reference the Visa Denial section of the U.S. Department of State’s website prior to applying.
To apply, click Global Career Launch application. Completed applications will include:
- Program application
- Statement of motivation
- Resume or CV
- Copy of passport (or other government issued ID)
- University transcript
- Photo of yourself (optional)
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GCL 2012 cities:
Chicago
San Francisco
Washington
GCL is administered by Cultural Vistas in conjunction with the Hong Kong America Center
My work was about online media. During my internship, I learned about so many companies in United States. For the final project, me and my workmate created a video for the marketing department of our company to sell our products.
Silena Wei
GCL Participant
It improved my understanding deeply towards foreign culture and gave me an enlightenment of how government and non-government organizations could work together to build an efficiency system for people, community and society.
Qin Muqing
GCL Participant
I think internship was the most meaningful part about my program city. I improved my English skill, especially my listening skill and oral skill. Secondly, I learnt the accounting software, which applied my knowledge to the practice. Moreover, I learnt how to adapt myself to a new environment.
Guo Jing
GCL Participant
This internship program taught me to adapt to a new and unfamiliar environment with culture totally different from my home country. And I got a good knowledge about the work and life environment in the United States. I believe this experience will bring me a better opportunity in finding a job after graduation. I really appreciate
this program.
Lei Xi
GCL Participant