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J-1: Research Scholar

International expertise leveraged around the world

Innovate, solve, and gain competitive advantage through the exchange of ideas

Research Scholars are foreign nationals with demonstrated expertise in a given field whose primary purpose in the U.S. is to conduct research, observe, lecture or consult in connection with projects at American research institutions, corporate research facilities, or academic institutions. 

The J-1 Research Scholar visa makes it easy for companies and institutions to source research professionals from across the world to accelerate their research and development efforts. U.S.-based companies with a physical U.S. location and the resources to host can bring in researchers from anywhere in the world to participate in the exchange of ideas and improvement of knowledge and skills among foreign and American colleagues. Research Scholars can be based in the U.S. from 3 weeks to 5 years

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STEM Research Initiative

Cultural Vistas has partnered with three other BridgeUSA J-1 visa sponsors to launch two resources supporting the U.S. Department of State’s STEM Research Initiative.

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The J-1 visa for researchers and subject matter experts enables companies and organizations to engage a strong global talent pipeline by bringing motivated and talented individuals to the U.S. to contribute to R&D and share expertise.  

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Discover how an exchange program can connect you with others, increase global skills, and drive positive change in the world.