The following FAQs address many of the common concerns for potential
hosts, but if you're looking for more detailed answers to questions
you have, don't hesitate to contact
us, or download our Program Guide and Application forms here.
Q.1 When does the program start, and how long does it
last?
Typically the program can start in the new year or autumn/fall
and last from 3 to 12 months. The precise timings and duration
will depend on the interests of host and visitor with adjustments
made accordingly.
Q.2 What kind of visa does the presenter have and who
is the sponsor?
Naturally this will depend on the country, as well as the interns
nationality in certain cases. In the US, IIP sponsors a Q-1 visa
program approved by the Attorney General for the purpose sharing
the history, culture, and traditions of the visitor's home country.
To learn more about this visa classification, please visit: http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/types/types_1267.html#16
For other countries, if you have any specific questions please
let us know - visa and immigration matters can often be complex
and subject to change, but IIP maintains a very close watch on
these and can provide the very latest information.
Q3: How does IIP ensure suitable interns for the program?
All candidates have undergone a thorough screening process that
includes: educational and professional background, program motivation,
personality, adaptability and English communicative ability. Our
criteria is based on 30 years of experience and over 16,000 interns.
In addition, many interns who are currently university students,
will have undergone screening conducted by their place of study
prior to IIP's own assessment.
Q4: Where do presenters stay? What about expenses?
Generally, presenters stay with host families introduced by the
host school. (Sometimes more than one family can host the presenter.)
Presenters contribute fees to the host family to defray meals
and other related expenses. If the host school cannot find a suitable
host family, presenters can be accommodated at a boarding house,
school
dormitory or similar.
Q5: What happens during the vacations?
During school breaks there is no need for host schools and families
to provide activities and accommodation for presenters. Presenters
are entirely responsible for their own arrangements at these times
and many take the opportunity to travel or study.
Q6: What types of insurance does a presenter carry?
Presenters carry personal insurance for injury, sickness and liability
including: death or disability due to injury, death due to illness,
medical expenses due to injury, medical expenses due to illness,
liability (personal and property), household goods & personal
belongings, rescuer’s expenses,and so on.
Q7: What documentation is required to host a presenter?
Host schools are required to complete the following documents:
① Host School Pre-Agreement (Depending on the Host Country)
② Letter of Invitation (LOI) – required for VISA applications
③ Host Application Form – provides vital information for recruiting
and matching and further supports the intern in preparing for
their visit
