Internship Program
Launch your career in Texas
Every year, SACC Texas welcomes ambitious Swedish professionals to embark on a transformative six-month journey in one of America’s most dynamic business environments. Through the SACC-USA J-1 Visa Talent Mobility Program, our interns and trainees gain hands-on experience in international business development, event management, marketing, and professional networking — all while living and working in Texas.
Since 2006, more than 1,000 individuals have participated in SACC programs across the United States. As a SACC Texas intern, you don’t just observe — you contribute. You will work alongside industry leaders, build a transatlantic professional network, and develop skills that give you a lasting competitive edge in the global job market.
6 Months
Program Duration
1000+
SACC Alumni Worldwide
3 Cities
Austin Dallas Houston
J1-Visa
U.S Department Sponsored
Meet the Team
At SACC Texas, our team is a lean and dedicated group of professionals united by a shared mission: to strengthen Swedish-American business relations across the Lone Star State. Operating across Houston, Dallas, and Austin, we bring energy, ambition, and a hands-on approach to everything we do. Our collaborative environment drives us to continuously grow, adapt, and create meaningful opportunities — for our members, our partners, and the broader Swedish-American business community in Texas.
Rickard Blomberg
PRESIDENT
Helanie Scott
INTERNSHIP CORDINATOR
Sebastian Eckerström
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT INTERN
Pol Almirall Sola
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT INTERN
Karl Oskar Söderlund
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT INTERN
The J-1 Visa program
SACC-USA is a designated J-1 visa sponsor of the U.S. Department of State’s Exchange Visitor Program, which promotes educational and cultural exchange between the United States and other countries. The J-1 trainee visa allows qualified Swedish professionals to undertake structured, work-based training in the United States for up to 18 months.
As a SACC Texas intern, your visa sponsorship, onboarding, and program structure are handled through the SACC-USA network — giving you a seamless path from Sweden to Texas. The program is designed to develop your professional skills while immersing you in American business culture and practices.
- Program duration: 6 months (extendable up to 12 months)
- Visa type: J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa, sponsored by SACC-USA
- Eligibility: Swedish or Finnish citizens with a completed or ongoing university degree
- Age requirement: Minimum 21 years old
- No social security or Medicare taxes for J-1 participants
- Full support with visa processing, housing guidance, and onboarding
Who Can Apply
Swedish or Finnish citizens with a bachelor’s or master’s degree (completed or in progress) and a genuine interest in gaining U.S. business experience. Strong English skills required.
How To Apply
Browse open positions on the SACC-USA website, submit your application with CV and cover letter, and go through an interview process with the SACC Texas team.
Visa & Arrival
Once selected, SACC-USA sponsors your J-1 visa and guides you through the DS-7002 training plan, SEVIS registration, and embassy interview. Then — welcome to Texas.
After The Program
Join the SACC-USA Alumni Network — a growing community of professionals across industries. Many alumni go on to international careers, with the Texas experience as a career-defining chapter.