Intern in the U.S.
Train in the USA through the J-1 Intern & Trainee Program in Education.
Program details
What's involved?
The J-1 Intern and Trainee Program in Education gives early-career educators and education graduates the chance to gain hands-on classroom experience in U.S. schools.
You’ll spend an academic year working in supportive, structured roles, learning how American schools operate while building practical classroom skills alongside experienced teachers.
It’s an immersive way to learn on the job, grow in confidence, and experience education in a new setting, while making a meaningful contribution to the school community.
Who is it for?
This program is ideal if you’re not yet ready for a lead teaching role but want to strengthen your classroom confidence and continue your professional development.
Interns and trainees typically work at least 32 hours a week in roles such as instructional aide, paraprofessional, or classroom support, learning through observation, training, and guided practice.
It’s a supported pathway into U.S. education for educators at the start of their international journey, helping you build experience that supports your next career step.
Why choose us?
Guaranteed placements with vetted schools or employers
Support through every step of your journey
Comprehensive insurance and 24/7 emergency support
Professional development opportunities
Cultural exchange with diverse communities
Guaranteed placement with vetted schools or employers
Support through every step of your journey
Comprehensive insurance and 24/7 emergency support
Professional development opportunities
Cultural exchange with diverse communities
The process
Submit application
Review and Interview
Receive placement and formalise visa
Pre-departure orientation
Arrival and program support
Program and community engagement
Ongoing check-ins
Teacher Exchange costs and inclusions
Teacher Lounge is a full-service provider, including everything you need to not only join the program, but to be successful in your placement.
Visit our Fees page for comprehensive information on every cost that you can expect related to coming to the U.S. to join our Teacher Exchange program.
We pride ourselves on complete transparency and ensuring that you can plan for your journey, right down to what you can expect to pay for groceries and childcare.
