While COVID-19 may have affected many things this year, our participants training in the USA have learned how to make the most of their J-1 Internship Program. We recently reached... read more →
Presenting BridgeUSA: Connecting Global Leaders, Creating Lasting Impact From global exposure and mastering a new language, to building self-confidence and preparing for university life, the benefits of exchange programs are... read more →
COVID-19 and J-1 Exchanges Updated April 1, 2021 Spirit Cultural Exchange is closely monitoring the developments of COVID-19 in the US and abroad and its effect on J-1 exchanges. Our... read more →
The Spirit Intern Team enjoyed meeting a few of our Architecture Trainees last night at Chicago’s Christkindlmarket. The Christkindlmarket is a cherished Chicago tradition for the past 20+ years, and... read more →
Why did your organization decide to host international interns?This was a top-down program, with the vision from the regional CEO (Patrick Bass), support by regional HR (Matt), recruiting by the... read more →
How has your experience been as a teacher in the U.S. so far? Being a teacher here is totally different from the Philippines. You need to learn their culture, the... read more →
Kailei had a great time visiting with hospitality trainees Yusuke and Yoshi, and she enjoyed hearing about their experience in the U.S. so far. It was a great opportunity to see... read more →
The Cubs were hoping to inch their way closer to a playoff spot, but unfortunately it didn’t work out as the Cardinals beat the Cubs 5-4 in extra innings in... read more →
Hello, I am Saina from Mongolia. I am an intern/trainee for one year in a hospitality program here at the YMCA of the Rockies. I am having a very great... read more →
Aloha everyone,I can't believe my training is already 10 months over.On Earth Day, I did Bank Cleanup with my Host Company Kyo-Ya Management and Kaimuki High School students! After cleanup,... read more →