About the J-1 Student Intern Exchange Visitor Program
The J-1 student intern exchange visitor program at OU is designed for graduate or undergraduate students who are currently pursuing a degree program outside the US and who wish to participate in an internship opportunity in the US that fulfills an educational objective of their degree program.
Eligibility to be a Student Intern
- Bachelor, Master, or Doctorate student outside the US
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or interview)
- Proof of funds ($2,000/month)
- Proof of health insurance
What is a Student Internship?
- Work-based learning experience
- Reinforces academic program
- Length between 3 weeks and 12 months
- Work at least 32 hours per week
- Can be paid or unpaid
- Completed on campus with faculty supervision
How to Begin
- Contact OU faculty to be your host supervisor
- Contact International Intern Coordinator
Internship Fee
- 6 months or less - $500.00*
- More than 6 months - $800.00*
*fee amount subject to change without notice
Benefits of Participating
- Build partnerships with OU faculty, staff, and students
- Learn about American culture
- Practice English skills
- Learn from American methods and expertise
- Experience life at OU
Campus Information
- Limited on-campus housing
- Meal plans available
- Access to libraries and research centers
- International student programs
- Cultural activities
