In addition to securing 12-18 month paid work placements at multi-national companies, agencies and non-profits in NYC, London or Washington, D.C., we provide all U.S.-based trainees with the following:

• $36,000 per year stipend.

• J-1 visa to work in the United States for 12 to 18 months

• Medical insurance coverage

• Unlimited subway MetroCard for NYC or D.C. 

• Personal industry mentor for the duration of the program year as requested

• Smart phone with unlimited domestic call and data plan for the year

• $1,700 Housing support for first month on the program 

• Airport pick up

trainee testimonial

I’m really loving every single day at work; learning a lot and getting to use all my comms skills. D.C. is also incredible -there’s such an international vibe and great networking opportunities. I am so thankful for such a rich opportunity.

Andrea Tapia, EcuadorCommunications Specialist
International Civil Society Action Network (ICAN)