Host Organization Eligibility

(based on the description of binding procedures in one of the Sponsor organizations, i.e. CIEE).

There are a number of factors that go into deciding whether a potential Host Organization is eligible to host an intern or trainee Sponsor organization. Some of these factors are stipulated by the Department of State, others are standards Sponsor has put in place as part of their efforts to maintain the quality of their training programs.

A host organization must have the resources in place to provide a structured, guided training program to the intern or trainee within a professional environment.

Before training begins, host organizations must also be able to demonstrate that they have the following:

•     A suitable workspace and any position-specific equipment in a professional workplace
•     The ability to provide ongoing supervision and evaluation of the intern/trainee
•     A workers' compensation policy
•     An Employer Identification Number (or Tax ID number)