Helping International Talent and Businesses Build Their Future in the United States
The Expat Agency is a U.S.-based agency specializing in J-1 programs, international talent placement, and relocation services. We help international professionals and students turn their plans to experience the United States into a structured and supported journey — from finding the right opportunity and navigating the J-1 process to settling into everyday life in the U.S.
Our approach goes beyond the visa itself. We believe that moving to the United States involves much more than completing paperwork. It requires finding the right professional opportunity, understanding the administrative process, preparing for life in a new country, and having reliable support along the way.
Our J-1 Programs
We support international candidates interested in gaining professional experience in the United States through J-1 Intern and Trainee programs.
From the initial eligibility assessment to the final stages of the application, we coordinate with candidates, U.S. host companies, and designated J-1 sponsors to help ensure that each program is properly prepared.
Our support can include:
Candidate eligibility assessment
Host company and opportunity matching
J-1 sponsor coordination
Application and document preparation
Training Plan / DS-7002 support
Host company coordination
Embassy appointment guidance
Pre-departure preparation
Arrival and onboarding support
Our goal is to make the process clear, organized, and personalized while helping candidates find a training experience that aligns with their professional background and long-term career goals.
Connecting U.S. Businesses with International Talent
We also work with U.S.-based businesses looking to welcome international talent through J-1 programs.
Our network is particularly focused on French and European talent and the hospitality industry, including:
French bakeries and pastry shops
Cafés
Bistros and restaurants
Hospitality businesses
Culinary and food & beverage operations
We connect businesses with candidates who are actively seeking professional training opportunities in the United States. Host companies can access international talent without a traditional recruitment fee, while The Expat Agency coordinates the J-1 process and supports both sides throughout the program.
We work closely with host companies to understand their needs, review candidate profiles, coordinate interviews, and assist with the documentation and Training Plan required for the J-1 program.
Relocation Services
Obtaining a visa is only the beginning of the journey.
For individuals and families moving to the United States, The Expat Agency provides personalized relocation and settling-in services designed to make the transition easier and more manageable.
Depending on the client's needs, our relocation services can include assistance with:
Housing and neighborhood orientation
Banking and phone services
Transportation and car-related needs
DMV and driver's license guidance
Utilities and essential services
School and daycare research
Local orientation
Business and professional introductions
Spouse and family support
Ongoing settling-in assistance
Our relocation packages are available for individuals, families, professionals, and entrepreneurs, whether they are coming to the U.S. through a J-1 program or relocating for another professional or personal reason.
More Than Just a Visa Process
What makes The Expat Agency different is our hands-on approach.
We don't simply help clients complete an application and send them on their way. We aim to be a trusted point of contact throughout the journey — connecting the dots between the candidate, host company, sponsor, and the practical realities of moving to the United States.
Whether you are a student looking for your first U.S. professional experience, a hospitality business looking for international talent, or an individual or family preparing for a new life in America, our goal is to make the process more personal, more organized, and easier to navigate.
Our Mission
Our mission is to connect international talent with opportunities in the United States while providing the guidance and support needed to make a successful transition to American life.
From opportunity to visa, and from visa to relocation, The Expat Agency is here to support your U.S. journey.
