Cultural Exchange
Gain professional confidence and a broader spectrum of experience while enjoying life, culture, and travel in the United States of America.
Services for Applicants
The cultural advantage
International Hospitality Careers welcomes participants from around the world to upscale hotels, private clubs and resorts across the United States, a paid cultural exchange that pairs structured hospitality training with cultural activities, immersion, and 24-hour support from the IHC team.
As a participant you follow a rotational training plan, sharpen your skills, improve your English, and share your culture while building the confidence that shapes a hospitality career.
Why choose IHC
The IHC Advantage.
Debriefing
Pre-training and orientation via Skype or WhatsApp through IHC, and on-site orientation with key management staff.
Your stay in the United States
Live the experience.
Immerse
Significantly improve your English-speaking abilities in a short period of time, and participate in fun cultural activities throughout your stay.
Grow
Sharpen your hospitality knowledge and skills with paid on-the-job practical and theoretical training in Guest Services, F&B and Culinary Operations.
Your journey with IHC
From application to arrival.
A personal connection at every stage. IHC guides you through preparation for your hospitality training and cultural exchange in the United States.
Application Received
Share your background, hospitality interests and training goal.
Interview
Meet with IHC to discuss your experience, English skills and goals.
Eligibility
IHC reviews the documents needed to confirm your J-1 eligibility.
Host Property Placement
A host property and training plan matched to your goals.
Visa & Arrival
Program documents, embassy interview, then travel and arrival.
J-1 eligibility
Qualifications for interns & trainees.
Intern
J-1 Intern
For current students and recent graduates beginning their hospitality career.
- Currently enrolled in, or graduated within 12 months of, a degree or professional training program outside the United States
- Studying hospitality, culinary or a closely related field
- At least 18 years old with proficient conversational English
- Program length: up to 12 months
Trainee
J-1 Trainee
For professionals with qualifications or experience in their field.
- A degree or professional certificate from an institution overseas plus at least one year of related experience
- Or five years of professional experience in the field
- At least 18 years old with proficient conversational English
- Program length: up to 18 months
Not sure which category fits your background? The IHC team reviews every profile and guides you into the right track.
Training topics
Management training seminars.
- Club Governance
- Financial Statements
- Business Planning
- Branding and Marketing
- HR Management
- Rotating Topics
Based on personal experience IHC responds faster and more efficiently than other companies I have partnered with in the past. I always got fast responses and all questions I had were answered with high competence and personal touch and care. IHC created a training plan tailored to my specific development needs and career goals for me together with the club, and I am excited about every single rotation coming up.