David Strickrodt

„It is with great pleasure that I provide this recommendation for Mr. David Strickrodt. Under my supervision, Mr. Strickrodt participated in an internship from October 21, 2013 to March 28, 2014 at the German American Chamber of Commerce California, Inc. located in Leipzig, Germany. Each year, the GACC California supports more than 500 students and young professionals from overseas in obtaining an internship or training position in the United States. Mr. Strickrodt was responsible for coordinating the B-1 business traveler and J-1 intern/trainee visa application process for approximately 45-50 applicants on a monthly basis, including: - Screening applicants for program eligibility; - Providing assistance regarding U.S. Department of State visa rules and regulations; - Verifying and checking necessary documentation and preparing candidates for U.S. embassy visa interviews; - Advising and providing host companies with answers and support regarding the visa application process, specifically in regards to the U.S. Department of State regulations; - Creating and editing detailed training plans in numerous fields and industries for internship and training programs up to 18 months in length; - Assisting with health insurance issues, internship contracts, U.S. taxes, compensation, etc.; - Preparing official correspondence and social media posts to promote events, workshops, and happenings on behalf of the GACC California - Assisting with public relations tasks such as writing articles for our websites www.j1-visum.de and www.gaccca.org using Wordpress Mr. Strickrodt also assisted in the training of a new incoming company intern, as well as administering the GACC California Facebook group for J-1 interns and trainees from Germany residing in the United States. During the course of his internship, Mr. Strickrodt proved himself to be a hardworking and reliable intern. Not needing direct supervision, he learned the business operations, work-flow, B-1 and J-1 visa rules and regulations quickly, and was engaged, thoughtful and extremely helpful while assisting applicants during what can be a stressful and extremely detailed process. As an individual, Mr. Strickrodt is warm and pleasant with a good sense of humor and a high level of commitment to his career and professional growth. He was well liked by his colleagues and will be missed. Due to his exceptional work and involvement in our team, we are pleased to offer Mr. Strickrodt a position as an intern in our headquarters in San Diego, California upon the conclusion of his internship in Leipzig. He will remain part of the German American Chamber of Commerce California team by supporting our colleagues in San Diego for three months. It is my pleasure to endorse Mr. Strickrodt in whatever future endeavors he has planned. He has been a valuable asset to the GACC California and I believe he will be a most valuable asset to his future employers.“