Barnes & Thornburg | J-1 Visa Holders: Options and Alternatives to the H-1B

In today’s competitive immigration landscape, the H-1B visa often dominates conversations around employment-based pathways. However, the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program offers a dynamic and underutilized avenue for international professionals to gain meaningful U.S. experience, build skills, and contribute to global workforce development.

Hosted by Barnes & Thornburg, this informative video session was designed specifically for U.S. immigration attorneys seeking to expand their strategic toolkit for advising clients. It explores how the J-1 visa can serve as a high-impact option for short-term professional development, without positioning it as a mere alternative to the H-1B.

Discover how the J-1 visa can be integrated into a broader immigration strategy, empowering international talent to gain valuable U.S. experience, while opening doors to future opportunities. This session is not about replacing the H-1B—it’s about elevating the conversation.