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Stand out and see the world with Ireland’s leading work, intern and grad visa experts
Founded in 1959 in the halls of Trinity College and UCD, USIT’s student forefathers knew one thing. That the way to explore and experience more – was to earn or learn while you do it. With 65+ years’ experience offering work, intern and trainee opportunities in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the UK – USIT opens up a world of opportunities for students, grads and 18-30s.
Whether you want to fund your summer on a J1, bankroll your gap year with a working holiday visa, or use your degree to get ahead on a professional internship – we do the works: setting you up with the visa assistance, placement or job help, and in-country support you need to work the world.
"I decided to do the USIT grad visa because I figured I had to become an adult when I finished college, and I may as well do it in one of the coolest cities in the world" - Holly, USIT Grad USA intern
Work in the USA
Bridging the gap between college and your career, we’re the USA experts. Whether you’re looking for a summer internship, semester or year abroad, or a year-long graduate or trainee opportunity – we have five options to make it Stateside. These include J1 USA, J1 Career, Internship USA, Grad USA and Trainee USA. Check out all our work in America options or contact our team in Ireland to see which best program works best for you.
"Myself and my friends signed up in January last year and got our jobs in New York through the Job Hub. We had an unbelievable experience this summer, it exceeded our expectations and it wouldn't have been possible without USIT." - Sarah, J1 USA participant
Representing every sector and size of business, America is the leading place in the world to intern. Home to an established and what can be a well-paid internship culture, most US graduates will do one or more placements before finding a permanent position.
In a competitive job market, having an American internship on your CV can help to launch your career after college. You’ll get world-class training in your academic field, build a network of valuable contacts, and show future employers that you have a global POV.
Looking for experiences outside the USA? We’re here for it. From summer camps to ski seasons, check out all our work abroad experiences here.
Join Our Events
Intern USA Hospitality info session
When: Wed, 23 Sept 2026, 17:30-18:30
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Studying a hospitality-related degree and want to start learning from the best in the (hospitality) business? Put your degree to practice with a pre-arranged 6, 9 or 12 month paid hospitality internship in the USA – with 30 days either side to travel.
Join our free virtual info session where we’ll go through everything you need to know about our Intern USA Hospitality Placement program, and where to start. We will be on hand to answer any questions you might have with a Q&A at the end.
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Trainee USA with USIT – grow your career
When: Wed, 30 Sept 2026, 17:30-18:30
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Calling all junior and experienced working professionals! Are you looking to accelerate your career growth?
If you have a degree and have gained a full year of experience, but want to accelerate your growth within your field. Or if you don’t have a degree and are established in your professional field, but feel like you’ve got as far as you can in Ireland. Then it’s time to take it up a level with our 1-18-month Trainee USA program.
Join our free travel talk where we’ll go through everything you need to know about our Trainee USA program, and where to start. We will be on hand to answer any questions you might have with a Q&A at the end.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Virtual Grad USA travel talk with USIT
When: Wed, 14 Oct 2026, 17:30-18:30
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Wondering what's next after graduation? Find out everything there is to know about our 1 year Grad USA program and hear from the USIT team. This online talk is a must for any recent grads or final year students looking to work in the US after graduation. Plus, a live Q&A at the end to answer all your questions.
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