Americans, enhance your skills with @statedept’s exchange programs. With application deadlines coming up in December, now is the time to explore opportunities to teach English, study, intern, or volunteer abroad. Begin your exchange journey today. Links are in the comments.

Thinking about applying for an exchange program? Start here. These opportunities foster skills, relationships, and global understanding that shape your future and strengthen ties between the United States and the world. 🌎 Learn more at ➡️ https://t.co/YLqgsaJBht.

When the United States hosts the FIFA World Cup 26™ next year, it will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to showcase the greatness of America and world-class athletic competition as we celebrate our nation's 250th year. #FWC26

Next year’s FIFA World Cup 26™ matches, hosted by the U.S., are going to be the greatest in history. ⚽ The U.S. is expecting up to 10 million international visitors, generating $30 billion for the U.S. economy and 200,000 American jobs. #FWC26

The @StateIVLP program is one of our most valuable exchange tools. Today, I met with alumni of law enforcement and security programs, who shared insights on stopping mass migration and related fraud and crimes. Had a very rich discussion on “small boats.” Great example of U.S.–UK

@StateDept Dec. 15 CBYX Vocational program application https://t.co/rEsoKm1KJn Dec 31st - English language Fellow Program (Priority application deadline) https://t.co/uLNfewl87i

@ECAatState Deputy Assistant Secretary Stefanie Williams kicked off a 3-week #IVLP exchange with sports-sector professionals from all over the world. The participants will meet Americans who are leading planning for upcoming FIFA and Olympic events in the U.S., visit

I am headed to London, Paris, Rome, and Milan to reaffirm our commitment to advancing freedom of speech and digital freedom. I am also highlighting American excellence as we kick off America250 with our closest Allies. https://t.co/LN7Gdtx98V

@milanocortina26 @LA28 @SportsDiplomacy

ECA’s DAS Williams highlighted the power of sports for peace at the adoption of the UN resolution reaffirming the Olympic Truce ahead of @milanocortina26. We look forward to bringing the Olympic flame back to Los Angeles for @LA28 and again in 2034 for the Salt Lake City-Utah

.@StateDept has selected the American Arts Conservancy to showcase the excellence of American art and culture at the 2026 Venice Biennale.

This week's @usnato Huddle:

A new State Department—@usedgov partnership to help dismantle the federal education bureaucracy will reduce redundancies to further @POTUS’s historic mandate. Learn more:

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Benz spent her summer greeting guests, answering questions, and making the most of summer in one of America’s most iconic parks. BridgeUSA exchanges, like Benz’s, help support U.S. communities that rely on seasonal tourism, provide hands-on work and cultural experiences, and

.@YellowstoneNPS isn’t just America’s first national park — it’s also where #BridgeUSA exchange visitors like Benz from Thailand keep America’s busiest travel season moving. 🇺🇸🌲 Each year, students support U.S. tourism by filling temporary roles that are tough to staff locally

🏞️ America’s national parks aren’t just stunning — they’re living symbols of exploration, conservation, and shared experience, welcoming millions every year. For one #BridgeUSA exchange visitor, one iconic park became something more: a place to work, grow, and connect. Stay

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That tradition continues through @StateDept programs that use #MusicDiplomacy to introduce American performers with audiences abroad—strengthening relationships, opening new opportunities, and showcasing American excellence through music. 🎶🇺🇸