2026 - Dheeraj and Zi Yuin completed their J-1 internships at Zebra Strategies in New York City. Through participating in approved professional activities under supervisor guidance, they applied academic and technical knowledge in a real-world consulting environment while developing independence, initiative, and cross-cultural adaptability within an American workplace. The experience strengthened their communication skills, professional confidence, and global perspective, while timely support from FUSIA contributed to a well-managed and fulfilling program experience.

2026 - Wendy interned at the Office of NYC Councilwoman Sandra Ung, assisting with constituent services and community outreach programs. This public service placement provided firsthand exposure to municipal operations and local civic engagement.

2026 - FUSIA-sponsored exchange interns completed their J-1 internships at the Tech Incubator at Queens College (TIQC) across both the summer and winter terms. Through their activities, they gained firsthand exposure to the U.S. startup ecosystem while strengthening technical, analytical, and professional skills in a collaborative environment.

2026 - Rui Jie and Arun completed their J-1 internships at SpeakHire in New York City during the winter season. Through participating in approved software engineering activities under supervisor guidance, they strengthened their technical skills in React, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, database management, and version control while applying professional engineering practices in a fast-paced environment. Experiencing life in NYC during winter, including the holiday period, supported their personal growth, independence, and cross-cultural development, contributing to a fulfilling J-1 program experience.

2026 - Mira and Andrea interned at the Office of Congresswoman Grace Meng’s Queens district office, where they assisted with constituent services and community outreach initiatives. This public service experience provided them with firsthand exposure to the legislative process, federal constituent support, and local civic engagement within a highly diverse U.S. congressional district.

2026 - Emma completed her J-1 internship at the New York State Senator John Liu’s district office. Through participating in approved public-sector activities under supervisor guidance, she gained firsthand exposure to legislative operations, constituent services, and policy processes, while developing professional communication skills and a deeper understanding of civic engagement and public service in the US.

2026 - Mikhail interned at the Office of NYS Assemblywoman Grace Lee, where he assisted with constituent services and local community outreach. This experience provided him with firsthand exposure to state legislative operations and civic engagement, allowing him to connect directly with diverse local populations and understand public administration in a major U.S. urban setting.

2026 - Jane and Sarah interned at NYS Assemblyman Ron Kim’s Office, where they supported constituent services, community outreach, and public policy initiatives. This experience provided them with firsthand exposure to public service and local government operations, allowing them to engage directly with the diverse Queens community.

2026 - Dawn and Cathy completed their J-1 internships at Jamaica YMCA. Through observing program operations and participating in approved activities under supervisor guidance, they gained insight into how community organizations engage diverse participants and support neighborhood well-being.

2026 - Yi Chen interned at Greater Nexus / Greater Jamaica Development Corporation, providing essential support for local community and economic development initiatives. This experience exposed the participant to American non-profit management, community engagement, and professional networking within a collaborative business ecosystem.

2026 - Gwen and Janelle interned at the Office of NYS Assemblyman David I. Weprin, where they managed constituent communications and professional scheduling. This public service experience allowed them to build meaningful workplace relationships and gain firsthand insight into local community engagement and American lifestyle culture.

2026 - Edward engaged in community outreach and digital administration at ChinatownBID, assisting stakeholders with major public initiatives in Chinatown. This experience provided him with valuable professional networking opportunities and deep cultural immersion within the local community.

2026 - Clarence and Bryan interned at Advanced GRC, where they focused on software development and technical engineering projects. This placement allowed them to apply programming skills, utilize modern development tools, and gain practical experience within an American technology and corporate compliance environment.