Need to do an internship with B1\B2 visa

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

Can you explain how this is "training" and not "working?"

I don't think you can do this legally on a B2 and I don't think these people are equipped to get you a J1. Look into that though, because that is the one you need. Maybe they can get you one.

And I just asked because I figured so (country almost on the VWP, army, and computer programming) and I was trying to get the whole picture. Not to interrogate you for draft dodging lol (had to ask my husband what that meant).

Edit: Here is a guy who worked illegally for a while and he didn't get caught right away but he got caught later and his B2 renewal denied. Now he is in trouble with his employer. http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/360673-b1b2-visa-denial-illegal-work-help/

What you are proposing to do is work because they could pay a US person to do this job just as easily and you are taking a job away from that person, even if you don't make money.

Edited July 20, 2013 by Harpa Timsah

[Pazamozaurus 0]

Can you explain how this is "training" and not "working?"

I don't think you can do this legally on a B2 and I don't think these people are equipped to get you a J1. Look into that though, because that is the one you need. Maybe they can get you one.

And I just asked because I figured so (country almost on the VWP, army, and computer programming) and I was trying to get the whole picture. Not to interrogate you for draft dodging lol (had to ask my husband what that meant).

lol you are sharp! sorry for using those terms, I saw that your current country is Israel so I assumed you know Hebrew...

Let's say that B2 is not enough, would J1 be fine for that activity?

And another question, I currently possess a B visa for 10 years. Does getting a J1 automatically removes my previous B visa?

Edited July 20, 2013 by Pazamozaurus

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

I think J1 is suitable (and others here seem to agree) and getting one will not revoke your B2.

Edited July 20, 2013 by Harpa Timsah

[Boiler 45,525]

Certainly sounds like a J, but a matter for legal advice.

[canexp 0]

That's interesting.
It's going to be about computer programming... They're going to keep me in their house, pay for food but nothing else...
Is it allowed for B1/B2 visa?

When I get to the US the teller in the airport will ask me what am I going to do... What should I tell him? (Legal, but good explanation)


Thanks again!

[Boiler 45,525]

What you want to do is not legal on a B.

[Ryan H 3,812]

Is it allowed for B1/B2 visa?

No

[Caryh 5,206]

http://ed2010.com/generic/how-international-students-can-land-u-s-internships/

Q: How long do you plan on staying in the United States?
If you’re taking on a 2-3 month unpaid internship for educational purposes, then the B-1/B-2 Visa is the best choice for you. This option requires that the person not be paid in the U.S. and not be engaged in employment during his or her time here. Luckily, travel expense reimbursements and cost of living may be permitted under the B-1/B-2 (for example, you would be able to receive Conde Nast’s $12 daily travel stipend). “If the purpose is to expose this person to something typically American, and let them gain a certain familiarity with how things are done here, then they can get the B-1/B-2 Visa,” explains Goldsmith.

Under the B-Visas there is no restriction on time spent at the office. “There’s no limit on hours since the person is volunteering their time as opposed to getting paid for productive employment,” says Goldsmith.