Living in the U.S.A.
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Arriving in the U.S.
Everything you need to know upon arriving in the US, from immigration and customs to transportation from the airport.
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Finances
Advice and guidelines to help plan your finances while on your program.
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Housing
It’s important to plan ahead for housing during your J-1 program.
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Transportation
Knowing how to get around will not only make your life in the U.S. a lot easier but can also help make you feel more like a local.
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Health Insurance
All Internship USA and Career Training USA participants are required to have health insurance while on program. Most participants will receive this as part of their CIEE program benefits.
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Legal
As a professional and cultural ambassador to the U.S., it is important for you to know and obey all national, state, and local laws.
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Safety Tips
Following this advice and exercising a little caution will help keep you safe during your program.
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Traveling Inside & Outside the U.S.
You can travel both domestically and internationally during your program.