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Form DS-7002 for J-1 Intern and Trainee Programs: How the Training Plan Works and Who Signs It

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Majed Al Gharaibdeh•Oct 3, 2026

Form DS-7002 for J-1 Intern and Trainee Programs: How the Training Plan Works and Who Signs It

A practical guide to Form DS-7002 for J-1 Intern and Trainee programs, explaining how the training plan is structured, how it differs from DS-2019, who must sign it, how training phases, supervision and evaluations work, and when the plan should be updated after program changes.

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U.S. J-1 Visa Statistics: Visas Issued and Exchange Visitor Trends

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U.S. J-1 Visa Statistics: Visas Issued and Exchange Visitor Trends

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What Happens After a J-1 Program Ends? Grace Period, Departure, Extensions, and Change of Status

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What Happens After a J-1 Program Ends? Grace Period, Departure, Extensions, and Change of Status

A practical guide to what happens after a J-1 program ends, including the 30-day grace period, work and travel restrictions, extensions, termination, J-2 dependents, change of status, and INA 212(e).

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Featured Stories & Highlights

Form DS-7002 for J-1 Intern and Trainee Programs: How the Training Plan Works and Who Signs It

U.S. J-1 Visa Statistics: Visas Issued and Exchange Visitor Trends

Latest Articles & Updates

What Happens After a J-1 Program Ends? Grace Period, Departure, Extensions, and Change of Status

A practical guide to international travel during a J-1 program, including DS-2019 travel validation, visa expiration, reentry documents, Sponsor transfers, extensions, J-2 travel, the grace period, and CBP admission.

J-1 Two-Year Home-Country Requirement: Who Is Subject to INA 212(e) and How Do You Know?

A practical guide to J-1 visa refusals explaining INA 214(b), INA 221(g), administrative processing, missing documents, DS-2019 or SEVIS issues, reapplying after refusal, appeals, and visa and SEVIS fee rules.

J-1 Visa Interview: Possible Questions, Required Documents, and How to Prepare Without Memorized Answers

How to Apply for a J-1 Visa: From Choosing a Program and Sponsor to the Interview and Decision

J-1 Health Insurance Requirements: Minimum Coverage, J-2 Dependents, and Noncompliance

J-1 English Language Requirements: How Does a Sponsor Assess Proficiency?

J-1 I-901 SEVIS Fee: Who Pays, Current Fees, Reduced Categories, and Exemptions

How to Find an Approved J-1 Sponsor: A Guide to Designated Sponsors and Exchange Programs

Form DS-2019 for the J-1 Visa: What It Is, Who Issues It, and How to Use It

J-2 Visa for Dependents: Spouse and Child Eligibility, Work, Study, and Length of Stay

J-1 Trainee Program: Eligibility, Professional Experience, DS-7002, and Trainee vs. Intern

J-1 Teacher Program: Eligibility, Teaching in U.S. Schools, Salary, and Program Duration

J-1 Summer Work Travel Program: Student Eligibility, Seasonal Jobs, and Program Duration

J-1 Specialist Program: Eligibility, Specialized Activities, Employment Rules, and Program Duration

J-1 Short-Term Scholar Program: Eligibility, Academic Activities, and the Six-Month Limit

J-1 Secondary School Student Program: Eligibility, Host Families, U.S. High Schools, and Program Duration

J-1 Research Scholar Program: Eligibility, Research Duration, and Participation Restrictions

J-1 Professor Program: Visiting Professor Requirements, Teaching, Research, and Program Duration

J-1 Physician Program: ECFMG Requirements, Medical Residency, Statement of Need, and the Two-Year Rule

J-1 International Visitor Program: Eligibility, Program Activities, Duration, and How It Works

J-1 Intern Program: Requirements for Students and Recent Graduates, DS-7002, and Intern vs. Trainee

J-1 Government Visitor Program: Eligibility, Program Duration, Government Sponsor, and How to Apply

J-1 College and University Student: Study Requirements, Funding, Employment, Academic Training, and Program Duration

J-1 Camp Counselor Program in the U.S.: Requirements, Duration, Summer Camp Work, and How to Apply

Au Pair Program in the U.S. on a J-1 Visa: Requirements, Duration, Host Family Rules, Compensation, and How to Apply

U.S. J-1 Visa: Guide to Exchange Programs and the 15 Categories

U.S. Lifts Immigrant Visa Suspension for 75 Countries

Your Ultimate Guide to Visas & Global Travel

Featured Stories & Highlights

Form DS-7002 for J-1 Intern and Trainee Programs: How the Training Plan Works and Who Signs It

U.S. J-1 Visa Statistics: Visas Issued and Exchange Visitor Trends

Latest Articles & Updates

What Happens After a J-1 Program Ends? Grace Period, Departure, Extensions, and Change of Status

A practical guide to international travel during a J-1 program, including DS-2019 travel validation, visa expiration, reentry documents, Sponsor transfers, extensions, J-2 travel, the grace period, and CBP admission.

J-1 Two-Year Home-Country Requirement: Who Is Subject to INA 212(e) and How Do You Know?

A practical guide to J-1 visa refusals explaining INA 214(b), INA 221(g), administrative processing, missing documents, DS-2019 or SEVIS issues, reapplying after refusal, appeals, and visa and SEVIS fee rules.

J-1 Visa Interview: Possible Questions, Required Documents, and How to Prepare Without Memorized Answers

How to Apply for a J-1 Visa: From Choosing a Program and Sponsor to the Interview and Decision

J-1 Health Insurance Requirements: Minimum Coverage, J-2 Dependents, and Noncompliance

J-1 English Language Requirements: How Does a Sponsor Assess Proficiency?

J-1 I-901 SEVIS Fee: Who Pays, Current Fees, Reduced Categories, and Exemptions

How to Find an Approved J-1 Sponsor: A Guide to Designated Sponsors and Exchange Programs

Form DS-2019 for the J-1 Visa: What It Is, Who Issues It, and How to Use It

J-2 Visa for Dependents: Spouse and Child Eligibility, Work, Study, and Length of Stay

J-1 Trainee Program: Eligibility, Professional Experience, DS-7002, and Trainee vs. Intern

J-1 Teacher Program: Eligibility, Teaching in U.S. Schools, Salary, and Program Duration

J-1 Summer Work Travel Program: Student Eligibility, Seasonal Jobs, and Program Duration

J-1 Specialist Program: Eligibility, Specialized Activities, Employment Rules, and Program Duration

J-1 Short-Term Scholar Program: Eligibility, Academic Activities, and the Six-Month Limit

J-1 Secondary School Student Program: Eligibility, Host Families, U.S. High Schools, and Program Duration

J-1 Research Scholar Program: Eligibility, Research Duration, and Participation Restrictions

J-1 Professor Program: Visiting Professor Requirements, Teaching, Research, and Program Duration

J-1 Physician Program: ECFMG Requirements, Medical Residency, Statement of Need, and the Two-Year Rule

J-1 International Visitor Program: Eligibility, Program Activities, Duration, and How It Works

J-1 Intern Program: Requirements for Students and Recent Graduates, DS-7002, and Intern vs. Trainee

J-1 Government Visitor Program: Eligibility, Program Duration, Government Sponsor, and How to Apply

J-1 College and University Student: Study Requirements, Funding, Employment, Academic Training, and Program Duration

J-1 Camp Counselor Program in the U.S.: Requirements, Duration, Summer Camp Work, and How to Apply

Au Pair Program in the U.S. on a J-1 Visa: Requirements, Duration, Host Family Rules, Compensation, and How to Apply

U.S. J-1 Visa: Guide to Exchange Programs and the 15 Categories

U.S. Lifts Immigrant Visa Suspension for 75 Countries