Universities

Stage-Global is a J-1 Designated sponsor and international cultural exchange provider dedicated to expanding student and scholar mobility. We partner with U.S. and international universities. We combine regulatory-compliant J-1 sponsorship, U.S. and global employer network, and full-service in-country support to deliver safe, high-impact experiential learning and career outcomes.

US-Based Programs

• J-1 Visa Sponsorship
  • Authorized sponsor in five J-1 categories: J-1 Intern, J-1 Trainee, J-1 Research Scholar, J-1 Specialist and J-1 Short Term Scholar. DS-2019 issuance, SEVIS support, compliance and visa guidance.
• J-1 Research Scholar sponsorship
  • For faculties or research centers who do not offer visa sponsorship, Stage-Global can function as a 3rd party sponsor in the J-1 Research Scholar program. 
• U.S. Internship Placements
  • Internship/Traineeship matching, employer coordination, J-1 sponsorship, pre-departure support, arrival logistics, and onsite oversight.
• OPT Placement
  • Support placing eligible students into OPT: job search support, employer introductions, OPT application guidance and onboarding compliance.

J-1 Research Scholar Transfers

If a J‑1 Research Scholar from your university is moving into the private sector and needs a designated J-1 sponsor, Stage‑Global can take over sponsorship. We manage the sponsor transfer and DS‑2019 issuance, SEVIS transfer, and full compliance oversight, coordinating with your office and the employer and providing personalized case support. The outcome: uninterrupted J‑1 status for the scholar, less administrative work for your institution, and confident handling of immigration requirements.

International Internship Programs

Stage‑Global partners with universities to run international internship programs, including Europe (Berlin, Amsterdam, Madrid, Barcelona, Lisbon), Australia (Sydney, Melbourne), Mauritius and the U.S. under our J‑1 Intern program. We collaborate with your career services to design customizable programs and handle placement, high‑quality housing, local orientation, cultural activities, required insurance, 24/7 in‑country support, and professional development, delivering safe, hands‑on global experiences while reducing your administrative load.

Benefits to Universities

• Expand mobility and employability outcomes
• End-to-end delivery: placements, J-1 sponsorship, housing, orientation, insurance, local support
• Compliance and risk management handled by experienced sponsor
• Customizable models (credit-bearing, short-term, semesters, co-branded)

Student Experience

We ensure students are placed in professionally matched roles, receive visa guidance, secure international housing, and benefit from cultural integration programming, required insurance, and 24/7 emergency support, so your office can confidently send students abroad.

Partner with Stage-Global

To request a proposal or discuss partnerships and J-1 Research Scholar transfers:

• Submit our inquiry form
• Email: info@stage-global.com
• Call: +1 646 693 7126

We welcome the opportunity to design a compact, compliant, high-impact program for your students and scholars.