Top 10 Biotech and Pharmaceutical Companies Sponsoring J-1 Visas

Mihailo Bozic
Mihailo Bozic
Updated October 22, 2026 · 4 min read

The top 10 biotech and pharmaceutical companies sponsoring J-1 visas include Revolution Medicines, Inc., Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc., and Ginkgo Bioworks, spanning biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and science and research. Migrate Mate is tracking 37 live J-1 jobs across these employers as of October 22, 2026, updated daily. For candidates in research, drug discovery, and laboratory science, J-1 positions at these organizations offer structured exchange programs with designated sponsors, covering internship, trainee, and research scholar categories.

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Which biotech and pharmaceutical companies sponsor the most J-1 visas?

Ranked by live J-1 openings on Migrate Mate, updated daily

  1. 01
    Revolution Medicines, Inc.

    Revolution Medicines, Inc.

    OncologyDrug DiscoveryBiotechnology

    Revolution Medicines, Inc. has 22 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate, the most of any biotech and pharmaceutical company on this list. Its openings concentrate in Science & Research and Project & Program Management. Revolution Medicines discovers and develops targeted therapies for RAS-addicted cancers.

    Open roles by team

    • Science & Research38
    • Project & Program Management5
    • Healthcare Administration5
    • Warehouse & Logistics2
    • Compliance & Legal2

    +11 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Revolution Medicines, Inc.22 open
    Intern, Biophysics & Protein Sciences Group
    Redwood City, California · On-site
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    Intern, Human Resources
    Redwood City, California · On-site
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    Intern, Translational Sciences
    Redwood City, California · On-site
    Apply
    Intern, Regulatory Affairs
    Redwood City, California · On-site
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    Intern, Quality Assurance
    Redwood City, California · On-site
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  2. 02
    Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc.

    Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc.

    Synthetic BiologyBiotechnologyLab Sciences

    Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc. has 3 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Data Science & Analytics and Science & Research. Ginkgo Bioworks operates a cell programming platform to engineer organisms for industrial and pharmaceutical applications.

    Open roles by team

    • Data Science & Analytics10
    • Science & Research4
    • Software Engineering4
    • QA & Test Engineering1
    Open roles at Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc.3 open
    Software Graduate Intern
    Emeryville, California · On-site
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    Software Intern
    Emeryville, California · On-site
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    Automation Scientist Intern
    Boston, Massachusetts · On-site
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  3. 03
    Ginkgo Bioworks

    Ginkgo Bioworks

    Synthetic BiologyBiotechnologyEngineering

    Ginkgo Bioworks has 3 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Data Science & Analytics and Science & Research. Ginkgo Bioworks builds a foundry platform for biological engineering across healthcare, agriculture, and industrial sectors.

    Open roles by team

    • Data Science & Analytics6
    • Science & Research2
    • Software Engineering2
    Open roles at Ginkgo Bioworks3 open
    Software Graduate Intern
    Emeryville, California · On-site
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    Software Intern
    Emeryville, California · On-site
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    Automation Scientist Intern
    Boston, Massachusetts · On-site
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  5. 04
    Culture Biosciences Inc

    Culture Biosciences Inc

    BioprocessingBiotechnologyLab Sciences

    Culture Biosciences Inc has 3 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Software Engineering and Engineering (Non-Software). Culture Biosciences provides cloud-connected bioreactor services to accelerate bioprocess development for biotech companies.

    Open roles by team

    • Software Engineering2
    • Engineering (Non-Software)2
    • Cloud & DevOps1
    • Business Analysis1
    • Product Management1

    +2 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Culture Biosciences Inc3 open
    Software Engineer Intern
    South San Francisco, California · On-site
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    Product Intern
    South San Francisco, California · On-site
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    Hardware Intern
    South San Francisco, California · On-site
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  6. 05
    AbbVie

    AbbVie

    PharmaceuticalsImmunologyResearch

    AbbVie has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. AbbVie researches and commercializes therapies in immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and aesthetics.

    Open roles at AbbVie1 open
    Veteran SkillBridge Program Intern
    North Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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  7. Editor’s note

    How this list is ranked

    These employers are ranked by how many J-1 openings they have live on Migrate Mate right now, so the list reflects who is actively hiring for J-1 roles today rather than historical government filings. Openings change daily, so treat a high count as a strong current signal, and confirm the specific role and your eligibility before you apply.

  8. 06
    Insmed

    Insmed

    Rare DiseasePharmaceuticalsClinical

    Insmed has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Cloud & DevOps and IT Support. Insmed develops therapies for patients with serious and rare pulmonary and other diseases.

    Open roles by team

    • Cloud & DevOps2
    • IT Support1
    • IT Support & Systems Administration1
    • Technical Program Management1
    Open roles at Insmed1 open
    Summer Intern - Technology Services & Operations (TSO)
    New Jersey · On-site
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  9. 07
    Veracyte

    Veracyte

    GenomicsDiagnosticsBiotechnology

    Veracyte has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Science & Research and Allied Health. Veracyte provides genomic diagnostics to guide treatment decisions in cancer and other diseases.

    Open roles by team

    • Science & Research2
    • Allied Health1
    Open roles at Veracyte1 open
    Laboratory Intern
    San Diego, California · On-site
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  11. 08
    Systimmune

    Systimmune

    OncologyImmunotherapyBiotechnology

    Systimmune has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Human Resources and Administrative & Office Support. Systimmune develops next-generation bispecific antibody-drug conjugates and immunotherapies for cancer.

    Open roles by team

    • Human Resources1
    • Administrative & Office Support1
    • Recruiting & Talent Acquisition1
    • Human Resources (HR) — Generalist1
    Open roles at Systimmune1 open
    Human Resources Intern
    Princeton, New Jersey · On-site
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  12. 09
    Veracyte, Inc.

    Veracyte, Inc.

    GenomicsOncologyDiagnostics

    Veracyte, Inc. has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Finance and Accounting. Veracyte develops and commercializes genomic tests that help clinicians make more informed cancer treatment decisions.

    Open roles by team

    • Finance1
    • Accounting1
    • Business Analysis1
    Open roles at Veracyte, Inc.1 open
    Intern, Finance (FP&A)
    San Diego, California · On-site
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  13. 10
    Promega Corporation

    Promega Corporation

    Life SciencesResearch ToolsBiotechnology

    Promega Corporation has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Manufacturing Operations and Engineering (Non-Software). Promega manufactures reagents, instruments, and services for life science research and applied markets.

    Open roles by team

    • Manufacturing Operations2
    • Engineering (Non-Software)2
    Open roles at Promega Corporation1 open
    Packaging Engineer Co-Op
    Madison, Wisconsin · On-site
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How the J-1 visa works

J-1 is an exchange visitor program run through a designated sponsor organization, not the employer directly. A sponsor issues Form DS-2019, and categories range from intern and trainee to research scholar and professor. Some J-1 holders face a two-year home-residency requirement afterward. Confirm which category fits and who the designated sponsor is before you commit.

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Biotech and Pharmaceutical J-1 Sponsors: Frequently Asked Questions

Which biotech and pharmaceutical companies sponsor the most J-1 visas?

Revolution Medicines, Inc. has the most, with 22 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by Ginkgo Bioworks, Inc. (3) and Ginkgo Bioworks (3). Across the 10 biotech and pharmaceutical companies on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 37 live J-1 jobs, updated daily.

Who qualifies for J-1 sponsorship?

J-1 visa eligibility depends on the program category. Interns must be enrolled in or recently graduated from a post-secondary institution outside the United States. Trainees must have at least a degree plus one year of relevant experience, or five years of experience without a degree. Research scholars and professors must hold a recognized position at a research or academic institution. All participants require a DS-2019 form issued by a designated sponsor organization before applying.

How much does J-1 sponsorship cost?

The employer pays the required government fees, not the candidate. Base fees run from a few hundred to several thousand dollars depending on the employer and processing speed, plus legal costs. Recent policy changes have added significant fees for some filings and the amounts have been in flux, so check the current figure before you rely on it.

How do I get J-1 sponsorship from a top sponsor?

To obtain a J-1 visa through a biotech or pharmaceutical employer, first secure a position with a company that works with a designated sponsor organization, since sponsors issue the DS-2019 form required for the visa application. The sponsor verifies your program category, training plan, and eligibility, then issues the DS-2019. You apply for the J-1 visa at a U.S. consulate using that document. Note that some J-1 holders become subject to the two-year home residency requirement under section 212(e), which a waiver can address in qualifying circumstances.

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