BridgeUSA Programs

Five ways to cross the bridge.

Every HRI program is an official BridgeUSA (J-1 Exchange Visitor) category, administered by the U.S. Department of State through designated sponsors. Compare them below, then reach out — we’ll help you find your fit.

4 mosEVP-S · J-1

Exchange Visitor Program - Student

For: Full-time college & university students · Where: Seasonal host sites nationwide

A cultural exchange student category. Up to four months during your long school break, paired with a seasonal U.S. host site, with time to travel once your placement ends.

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6–12 mosINTERN · J-1

Internship USA

For: Current students & recent graduates · Where: Host organizations matched to your field of study

Six to twelve months of structured, degree-related training for current students and recent graduates — a first-hand look at how your field operates in the United States.

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Up to 18 mosTRAINEE · J-1

Trainee USA

For: Young professionals with related experience · Where: Host organizations across hospitality, business management, information technology & more

A longer structured placement — up to eighteen months — for participants who already have related experience and are ready to deepen it in a U.S. setting.

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3–5 yrsTEACHER · J-1

Teacher USA

For: Licensed, experienced Filipino educators · Where: Accredited U.S. primary & secondary schools

A multi-year classroom exchange for qualified teachers, combining a full teaching assignment at a U.S. school with sharing Filipino culture across the community.

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4 mosCAMP · J-1

Camp Counselors

For: Students, youth mentors & teachers with a skill to share · Where: Summer camps across the United States

A shorter, high-energy BridgeUSA exchange built around one skill you bring — leading activities and mentoring campers at a U.S. summer camp.

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Not sure which program fits?

Tell us a bit about your background and timeline, and an HRI Representative will help you narrow it down — no obligation.