Host Organization Requirements
While many organizations of all types and sizes have embraced the diversity, team building, and cross-cultural understanding that come with hosting international interns, trainees, and professional, not every organization qualifies to host.
There are a number of factors that go into deciding whether a potential host organization is eligible to host through 91°µÍø Professional Exchange Programs. Some factors are stipulated by the U.S. Department of State, while others are standards 91°µÍø has put in place as part of our efforts to maintain the quality of our programs.
Prospective host organizations must meet some basic requirements:
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To host interns and/or trainees, prospective host organizations must:
- Prepare and adhere to a 91°µÍø-approved training plan
- Provide a suitable workspace and position-specific equipment
- Offer ongoing supervision and evaluation of the intern or trainee
- Have a workers’ compensation policy (or equivalent) that covers the intern or trainee
- Hold an Employer Identification Number or Federal Tax Identification Number
- Provide interns or trainees with access to opportunities for cultural exchange
- Provide at least 32 hours per week of training
- Provide in-person work a minimum of 3 days a week. No fully remote training is allowed.
To host research scholars, short-term scholars, professors, or specialists, prospective host organizations must:
- Complete a host organization application and provide an invitation letter
- Provide a suitable workspace and position-specific equipment
- Offer ongoing supervision and evaluation
- Hold an Employer Identification Number or Federal Tax Identification Number
- Provide your international professional with access to opportunities for cultural exchange
Businesses like fast-food franchises, single-location retailers, economy motels, spas, gyms, and home offices generally are prohibited from hosting. In addition, there are specific guidelines for research positions, medical/clinical organizations, agricultural operations, hospitality positions, and any position that involves unskilled labor.