Top 10 Companies Sponsoring J-1 Visas

Mihailo Bozic
Mihailo Bozic
Updated August 26, 2026 · 4 min read

The top 10 companies sponsoring J-1 visas include Walgreens, Austin Independent School District, and Michigan State University, representing a broad range of employers across education, from large public school districts to major research universities. Migrate Mate is tracking 713 live J-1 jobs across these employers as of August 26, 2026, updated daily. For candidates, J-1 sponsorship at these organizations typically means working with a designated exchange visitor sponsor through a structured intern, trainee, or research scholar program under a DS-2019 form.

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Which companies sponsor the most J-1 visas?

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

  1. 01
    Walgreens

    Walgreens

    Retail PharmacyHealth ProductsOperations

    Walgreens has 182 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate, the most of any company on this list. Its openings concentrate in Customer Service & Support and Pharmacy. Walgreens operates a national chain of retail pharmacy and health product stores.

    Open roles by team

    • Customer Service & Support180
    • Pharmacy179
    • Allied Health179
    • Healthcare Administration178
    • Nursing44

    +12 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Walgreens182 open
    Pharmacy Graduate Intern
    Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Minnesota · On-site
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    Pharmacy Intern Grad
    Kingsport, Tennessee · On-site
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    Pharmacy Intern
    Huber Heights, Ohio · On-site
    Apply
    Summer Pharmacy Intern
    Louisville, Kentucky · On-site
    Apply
    Community Management Intern
    Saint Clair Shores, Michigan · On-site
    Apply
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  2. 02
    Austin Independent School District

    Austin Independent School District

    K-12 EducationTeachingCurriculum

    Austin Independent School District has 136 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Austin ISD is a public school district serving the greater Austin, Texas metropolitan area.

    Open roles by team

    • Teaching & Instruction255
    Open roles at Austin Independent School District136 open
    Math Teacher
    Austin, Texas · On-site
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    High School Teacher
    Austin, Texas · On-site
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    Middle School Teacher
    Austin, Texas · On-site
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    High School Teacher Pool
    Austin, Texas · On-site
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    Special Education Bilingual Elementary Teacher
    Austin, Texas · On-site
    Apply
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  3. 03
    Michigan State University

    Michigan State University

    Higher EducationResearchAcademic Programs

    Michigan State University has 58 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Science & Research and Data Science & Analytics. Michigan State University is a major public research university offering programs across disciplines.

    Open roles by team

    • Science & Research161
    • Data Science & Analytics8
    • Engineering (Non-Software)6
    • Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering4
    • Teaching & Instruction3

    +13 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Michigan State University58 open
    Postdoctoral Scholar
    East Lansing, Michigan · On-site
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    Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term
    East Lansing, Michigan · On-site
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    Intern-Fixed Term
    East Lansing, Michigan · On-site
    Apply
    Post-Master's Fellow
    East Lansing, Michigan · Hybrid
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    Post-Doctoral Resident/Clinical Fellow
    East Lansing, Michigan · Hybrid
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  5. 04
    Rutgers University

    Rutgers University

    Higher EducationResearchFaculty Roles

    Rutgers University has 58 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Science & Research and Healthcare Administration. Rutgers University is the state university of New Jersey and a major public research institution.

    Open roles by team

    • Science & Research172
    • Healthcare Administration10
    • Data Science & Analytics4
    • Teaching & Instruction4
    • Cloud & DevOps3

    +14 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Rutgers University58 open
    Postdoctoral Associate
    Piscataway, New Jersey · On-site
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    Research Associate II
    Newark, New Jersey · On-site
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    Post-Doc Jain Lab
    Piscataway, New Jersey · On-site
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    Research Associate
    Piscataway, New Jersey · On-site
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    Post-Doctoral Associate
    Newark, New Jersey · On-site
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  6. 05
    IDEA Public Schools

    IDEA Public Schools

    Charter SchoolsTeachingEducation

    IDEA Public Schools has 55 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Teaching & Instruction and Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant. IDEA Public Schools operates a network of tuition-free public charter schools across several states.

    Open roles by team

    • Teaching & Instruction77
    • Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant26
    • Project & Program Management19
    • Administrative & Office Support11
    • Allied Health2

    +10 roles across other teams

    Open roles at IDEA Public Schools55 open
    Testing Coordinator
    Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area · On-site
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    Special Education Teacher
    Greater Houston · On-site
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    7th Grade Social Studies Teacher
    Odessa, Texas · On-site
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    5th grade Science Teacher
    McAllen, Texas · On-site
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    Registrar
    Elsa, Texas · 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
    University of Miami

    University of Miami

    Higher EducationResearchAcademic Affairs

    University of Miami has 55 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Science & Research and Data Science & Analytics. University of Miami is a private research university located in Coral Gables, Florida.

    Open roles by team

    • Science & Research213
    • Data Science & Analytics7
    • Healthcare Administration7
    Open roles at University of Miami55 open
    Research Associate 1
    Miami, Florida · On-site
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    Postdoctoral Associate
    Miami, Florida · On-site
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    Sr. Research Associate
    Miami, Florida · On-site
    Apply
    Research Associate 2
    Miami, Florida · On-site
    Apply
    Research Associate 3
    Miami, Florida · On-site
    Apply
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  9. 07
    North Carolina State University

    North Carolina State University

    Higher EducationResearchSTEM Programs

    North Carolina State University has 46 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Science & Research and Data Science & Analytics. NC State University is a public research university with strength in engineering, agriculture, and science.

    Open roles by team

    • Science & Research40
    • Data Science & Analytics6
    • Marketing3
    • Project & Program Management2
    • Teaching & Instruction2

    +8 roles across other teams

    Open roles at North Carolina State University46 open
    Postdoctoral Research Scholar
    Raleigh, North Carolina · On-site
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    Agriculture Marketing & Content Creator Internship
    Raleigh, North Carolina · On-site
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    DRIVES Research Associate
    Beltsville, Maryland · On-site
    Apply
    IT Intern
    Raleigh, North Carolina · On-site
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    Postdoctoral Research Associate
    Raleigh, North Carolina · On-site
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  11. 08
    Chicago Public Schools

    Chicago Public Schools

    K-12 EducationTeachingAdministration

    Chicago Public Schools has 42 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Chicago Public Schools is one of the largest urban school districts in the United States.

    Open roles by team

    • Teaching & Instruction84
    Open roles at Chicago Public Schools42 open
    SPED Teacher
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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    Bilingual Teacher
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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    Special Education Teacher
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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    Regular Teacher
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
    Apply
    SPED Bilingual Spanish Teacher
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
    Apply
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  12. 09
    Indiana University

    Indiana University

    Higher EducationResearchGraduate Programs

    Indiana University has 41 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Science & Research and Data Science & Analytics. Indiana University is a flagship public research university with campuses across Indiana.

    Open roles by team

    • Science & Research98
    • Data Science & Analytics7
    • Teaching & Instruction4
    • Healthcare Administration4
    • Nursing3

    +7 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Indiana University41 open
    Postdoctoral Fellow
    Indiana · On-site
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    Postdoctoral Fellow in Medical and Molecular Genetics
    Indiana · On-site
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    Postdoctoral Fellowship
    Bloomington, Indiana · On-site
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    Post-Doctoral Fellow
    Bloomington, Indiana · On-site
    Apply
    Postdoctoral Fellow of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology & Pharmacology
    Indiana · On-site
    Apply
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  13. 10
    BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.

    BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.

    BiotechnologyDrug DevelopmentResearch

    BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. has 40 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Data Science & Analytics and Marketing. BioMarin develops enzyme replacement therapies and other treatments for rare genetic diseases.

    Open roles by team

    • Data Science & Analytics29
    • Marketing15
    • Warehouse & Logistics11
    • Business Analysis9
    • Business Operations9

    +64 roles across other teams

    Open roles at BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.40 open
    Manufacturing Operations Analyst Intern
    Novato, California · On-site
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    Intern
    Novato, California · On-site
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    Intern, Business Development
    San Rafael, California · On-site
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    Intern, People Team
    San Rafael, California · On-site
    Apply
    Intern, Inventory Planning & Governance
    United States · On-site
    Apply
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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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J-1 Visa Sponsors: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor the most J-1 visas?

Walgreens has the most, with 182 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by Austin Independent School District (136) and Michigan State University (58). Across the 10 companies on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 713 live J-1 jobs, updated daily.

Who qualifies for J-1 sponsorship?

J-1 visa eligibility depends on the program category. Interns must be currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a post-secondary institution. Trainees must have a relevant degree plus one year of experience, or five years of experience in their field. Research scholars and professors typically need an advanced degree. All applicants must receive a DS-2019 form from a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization before applying at a U.S. consulate.

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 through one of these employers, first confirm the employer works with a Department of State-designated sponsor organization that can issue a DS-2019 form for your program category. The sponsor reviews your qualifications, issues the DS-2019, and registers you in SEVIS. You then apply for the J-1 visa at a U.S. consulate in your home country. No USCIS petition is involved. Contact the employer's HR or international programs office to begin the sponsor identification process.

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