About Us

Odyssey International Exchange is a cultural exchange organization headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA. We are designated by the U.S. Department of State to sponsor foreign university students, recent graduates, and young professionals through the J-1 Intern and Trainee exchange programs. Every year we assist thousands of participants to advance their careers through work-based learning and training programs in their fields of study.

Participants gain not only knowledge of methodologies and business practices from top industry professionals but also a deep understanding of American culture through daily interactions with American colleagues, participation in cultural activities, and lasting friendships.

General Contact Information

One of the benefits of choosing Odyssey International Exchange as your program sponsor is that someone is always available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have. Please save the below contact information in case you need to reference it at a later date.

For general questions and inquiries, please contact:

Phone: +1-310-421-0107

Email: info@odcinternational.com

Address: Odyssey International Exchange
8200 Wilshire Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
USA

This will allow you to contact Odyssey International Exchange staff during regular office hours
(8:30 AM - 5:30 PM PST Monday - Friday)

24 Hour Urgent Support

This is only for exchange visitors in the United States with urgent cases.

Call +1-310-421-0107 Then Press Option '0'

This will connect you with an Odyssey International Exchange representative regardless of time of day. Please only use this number in urgent situations regarding your J1 program outside of normal Odyssey International Exchange office hours. Do NOT use this number for emergency medical or law-enforcement situations (see below).

You may also contact the US Department of State Emergency Hotline: +1-866-283-9090

If you are in immediate danger or have been injured and need assistance, please dial 911. This will connect you with emergency medical or law enforcement services.

Other Resources:

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) 1-800-375-5283 www.uscis.gov
United States Department of State Help Line 1-866-283-9090 jvisas@state.gov
Bureau of Educational & Cultural Affairs 1-202-401-9810 exchanges.state.gov
Social Security Administration 1-800-772-1213 www.ssa.gov
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) 1-800-829-1040

Associations

In order to promote our mission of public diplomacy and cultural exchange, we are a proud member of the following organizations.

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is pleased to announce BridgeUSA as the new brand identity for the Exchange Visitor Program (EVP). The J-1 Visa provides countless opportunities for international candidates looking to travel and gain experience in the United States.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world's largest business organization representing companies of all sizes across every sector of the economy. Our members range from the small businesses and local chambers of commerce that line the Main Streets of America to leading industry associations and large corporations.

The Alliance for International Exchange is an association that represents organizations and companies comprising the educational and cultural exchange community in the United States, and serves as its only collective public policy voice.

WYSE Travel Confederation is the only global not-for-profit membership organisation representing the entire youth, student and educational travel industry. Members of WYSE Travel Confederation are the leaders in youth travel.