Turn an initial offer into a clear programme discussion
Own-host support is for candidates who have independently identified a potential US host and need the relevant sponsor and programme steps coordinated. It does not turn every offer into an accepted J-1 placement, and it does not replace the host’s responsibilities.
We need to understand the organisation, the proposed duties, supervision, dates and location alongside your education and experience. Share an outline at enquiry stage; do not upload passport details or sensitive identity documents.
Check both the candidate and the opportunity
A potential Intern needs the relevant outside-US study or recent-graduation background. A potential Trainee needs the appropriate qualification and related experience, or the longer relevant-experience branch. The category is based on your facts, not merely the title in an offer.
The work must support an appropriate supervised training plan. Standard Intern and Trainee programmes are full-time, at least 32 hours a week. Duration, supervision and duties need to fit the category and sponsor requirements.
What coordination involves
The agreed service helps bring the relevant candidate, host and programme steps into a coherent sequence. Ask what information the host needs to provide and when the training plan and documentation must be completed. Do not treat an informal offer as permission to begin work.
Aureus is a personal point of coordination, not a designated US sponsor issuing DS-2019 documents. Formal sponsor and host identities are part of the official participant process. Required programme arrangements need to be accepted before the relevant documentation is issued.
Clear terms before you commit
Your private proposal sets out the programme fee, inclusions and costs to budget for separately. The individual offer confirms the pay arrangements. Own-host, remote and short programmes have their own terms.
Own-host terms are distinct
Because you have identified the potential host, the service and protection provisions differ from matching-supported programmes. Review the particular inclusions, conditions and any applicable refund provisions in your own agreement; do not assume matching-related protection applies.
Questions for your next step
Does an offer guarantee acceptance?+
No. The candidate, host and training plan still require review and acceptance under the relevant programme.
Does Aureus issue DS-2019 documents?+
No. Appropriate designated sponsors perform their official responsibilities. Aureus coordinates the agreed programme support.
Can I start while paperwork is being arranged?+
You must have the appropriate programme arrangements and authorisation before undertaking the activity. An initial offer or pending process is not permission to work.
Official sources for programme requirements. Reviewed 10 November 2026 where recorded in our source register.