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FACC J-1 Visa & American Outbound Programs:
NC State GLAM Master’s Webinar
11/04/2019
The French-American Chamber of Commerce
• Founded in 1896 in New York – now more than 20 chapters
• Supporting economic relations between the U.S. and France
• Providing opportunities for exchange programs
FACC Connections within the Luxury Industry
FACC Luxury Sector members include:
• Christian Dior Perfumes, Inc.
• Chanel, Inc.
• Cartier, Inc.
• Hermes of Paris, Inc.
• LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy, Inc.)
Luxury Sector Events
• Frequent events organized by FACC’s Luxury, Fashion and Beauty Committee
• Time to Disrupt: Ulysse Nardin & Watches of Switzerland Take on SoHo
• Over 70 guests at the Watches of Switzerland boutique in SoHo
• Panel discussion featuring David Hurley (EVP, Watch of Switzerland Group) and
Francois-Xavier Hotier (President, Ulysse Nardin Americas)
• Dialogue focused on disruption in retail and shifting international markets
International Career Development Programs
1. The J-1 Visa Program
• Students & young professionals coming to the U.S. as Interns and Trainees
2. American Outbound Program
• Sending Americans to train professionally with French companies
3. CareerConnect
• The FACC’s job board for J-1 internship seekers & bilingual work-authorized
job seekers
Getting started: What is the J-1 Visa?
Necessary for an internship or training program in the United States
• J-1 Visa holders = “Exchange
Visitors”
• Cultural and Professional
• Expected to leave the U.S.
afterward
• A diplomatic mission
First things first: make sure you’re eligible
• Internship or training program must be
relevant to your background
• The J-1 Intern Visa (max. duration 12 months)
• Current student or recent graduate (within
past 12 months)
• The J-1 Trainee Visa (max. duration 18 months)
• Post-secondary diploma (ex: Master’s,
licence, etc.)
• At least 52 weeks of full-time relevant
professional experience
…and make sure your company is eligible
• Some Host Company eligibility requirements:
• Must be member of the FACC
• Must pay Intern at least minimum wage
• English must be the main language
• Must provide structured, agreed-upon training program
• The FACC can discuss the process with any
potential Host Companies
Finding internships in the US:Be Proactive
• Update your resume to U.S. standards
• Use your networks!
• Friends, family, classmates…
• Internship websites
• LinkedIn, Indeed.com, Internships.com
• CiviWeb – VIE Program through Business France
• CareerConnect
Applying for a J-1 Intern/Trainee VisaProcedure:
1. Secure internship offer
2. Start application process with the FACC, your J-1 Visa
Sponsor
3. Submit all documents and other materials requested by the
FACC
4. Conduct English-language interview with the FACC
5. Receive approval from the FACC; your DS-2019 Form will be
created
6. Schedule embassy appointment (wait times may vary)
7. Receive J-1 Visa
8. Come to the U.S.!
Applying for a J-1 Visa: Expected Costs
Administrative processing fee, paid by
your Host Company
$1,000 for Non-VIE programs (1-12 months)
$2,000 for all VIE files
SEVIS fee: $220 MRV fee: $160 Costs of flights, luggage, housing, transportation,
travel, etc.
CareerConnect
• The FACC’s free job board – http://www.careerconnectfacc.com/
• For J-1 internship seekers and bilingual, work-authorized job seekers
• Improve your resume, write a cover letter, prepare for an interview
• New internships constantly – “Job Alerts”
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American Outbound Program• Allowing young American professionals to
work abroad in France
• Co-sponsored by the FACC and OFII
• L’Office Français de l’immigration et de
l’intégration
• Work as an employee with a Jeune
Professionel visa
• Open to any field or industry
• Popular: start-ups, restaurants, educational
institutions
American Outbound: Eligibility RequirementsWho can apply?
• Americans ages 18-35
• Currently enrolled at a university and/or possess
a college degree
What are the position requirements?
• Full-time (35 hours/week), 3 to 18 months in
duration
• Paid at least the French minimum wage
(the SMIC, about 1,521€/month)
• Must be a “Contrat à Durée Déterminée”
Finding internships in France:Be Proactive
• Update your resume to French standards
• Use our tips and resources
• Use your contacts, specifically LinkedIn
• Send unsolicited applications
• Mention that you already have a Visa sponsor
Applying for the American Outbound program Procedure:
1. Secure a job offer
2. Contact the FACC for visa sponsorship
application materials
3. Take 6-11 weeks for the approval process
4. Post-approval, visit your local VFS office in the
U.S. to obtain your visa
5. Start your professional experience in France
American Outbound: Expected Costs
No administrative fees:
free for Candidate and Host Company!
French Visa fee:
99€, or about $110
Costs of flights, luggage, housing, transportation, travel,
etc.
Contacting the FACC
• CareerConnect
• www.careerconnectfacc.com
• Questions about the FACC & J-1 Visa
• www.faccnyc.org (New York City chapter)
• https://nationalfacc.org/ (National organization)
• Find us on social media!
• Facebook – FACC Exchange Visitor Program (@faccevp)
• LinkedIn – French-American Chamber of Commerce - New York
• Twitter – @faccnyc_evp
• Instagram – @faccnyc_evp
Questions?