Top 10 Nonprofit Employers Sponsoring J-1 Visas

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

The top 10 nonprofit organizations sponsoring J-1 visas include International Rescue Committee, Zeta Charter Schools, and University of Massachusetts Amherst, spanning education, non-profit and social services, and healthcare and medical services. Migrate Mate is tracking 37 live J-1 jobs across these employers as of October 22, 2026, updated daily. For candidates seeking U.S. exchange visitor experience, these organizations offer program categories ranging from intern and trainee to research scholar and professor, with a designated sponsor organization issuing the DS-2019 form.

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Which nonprofit organizations sponsor the most J-1 visas?

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

  1. 01
    International Rescue Committee

    International Rescue Committee

    Humanitarian AidSocial ServicesResettlement

    International Rescue Committee has 14 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate, the most of any nonprofit organization on this list. Its openings concentrate in Customer Service & Support and Allied Health. The International Rescue Committee provides humanitarian aid, resettlement, and development programs to refugees and displaced populations worldwide.

    Open roles by team

    • Customer Service & Support5
    • Allied Health4
    • Mental & Behavioral Health4
    • Community & Nonprofit Services4
    • Administrative & Office Support3

    +19 roles across other teams

    Open roles at International Rescue Committee14 open
    Resettlement Case Management Intern
    Baltimore, Maryland · On-site
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    Children's Legal Services Intern
    Silver Spring, Maryland · On-site
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    Employment & Skill-Building Intern
    Silver Spring, Maryland · On-site
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    Development & Grant Coordination Intern
    Silver Spring, Maryland · On-site
    Apply
    Refugee Health & Social Integration Intern
    Silver Spring, Maryland · On-site
    Apply
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  2. 02
    Zeta Charter Schools

    Zeta Charter Schools

    EducationCharter SchoolsTeaching

    Zeta Charter Schools has 9 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Teaching & Instruction and Higher Education. Zeta Charter Schools operates tuition-free public charter schools serving students in underserved urban communities.

    Open roles by team

    • Teaching & Instruction20
    • Higher Education2
    • Project & Program Management2
    Open roles at Zeta Charter Schools9 open
    Middle School STEM Teacher
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Entry Level Middle School Teacher
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Student Programs & Assessment Associate / Manager
    New York, New York · On-site
    Apply
    High School AP World History Teacher
    New York, New York · On-site
    Apply
    Computer Science Teacher
    New York, New York · On-site
    Apply
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  3. 03
    University of Massachusetts Amherst

    University of Massachusetts Amherst

    Higher EducationResearchAcademia

    University of Massachusetts Amherst has 4 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Science & Research and Teaching & Instruction. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research university offering graduate, undergraduate, and continuing education programs across a broad range of disciplines.

    Open roles by team

    • Science & Research24
    • Teaching & Instruction2
    • Higher Education1
    • Biomedical Engineering1
    • Engineering (Non-Software)1
    Open roles at University of Massachusetts Amherst4 open
    Post Doctoral Research Associate
    Amherst, Massachusetts · On-site
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    Lecturer/Visiting Assistant Professor
    Amherst, Massachusetts · On-site
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    Research Fellow/Research Manager
    Amherst, Massachusetts · Hybrid
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    Research Fellow
    Amherst, Massachusetts · Hybrid
    Apply
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  5. 04
    Sheppard Pratt

    Sheppard Pratt

    Behavioral HealthHealthcarePsychiatry

    Sheppard Pratt has 3 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Allied Health and Mental & Behavioral Health. Sheppard Pratt is a nonprofit behavioral health system providing psychiatric, therapeutic, and substance use treatment services.

    Open roles by team

    • Allied Health8
    • Mental & Behavioral Health8
    • Healthcare Administration8
    • Nursing7
    • Physical & Occupational Therapy4
    Open roles at Sheppard Pratt3 open
    Internship
    Suitland, Maryland · On-site
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    Internship (OT/OTA Adolescent RTC)
    Towson, Maryland · On-site
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    Internship (OT/OTA Hospital Inpatient)
    Elkridge, Maryland · On-site
    Apply
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  6. 05
    Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)

    Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)

    Policy ResearchNon-ProfitInternational Affairs

    Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) has 2 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Science & Research and Project & Program Management. The Center for Strategic and International Studies is a bipartisan policy research organization focused on defense, security, and global affairs.

    Open roles by team

    • Science & Research2
    • Project & Program Management2
    • Administrative & Office Support2
    • Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant2
    Open roles at Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)2 open
    Intern
    Washington, Washington DC · On-site
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    Intern - Korea Chair
    Washington, Washington DC · 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
    Sanford Health

    Sanford Health

    HealthcareHospital SystemClinical Care

    Sanford Health has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Physicians & Surgeons and Healthcare Administration. Sanford Health is a nonprofit integrated health system delivering hospital, clinic, and specialty care across the upper Midwest and Dakotas.

    Open roles by team

    • Physicians & Surgeons4
    • Healthcare Administration2
    • Nursing1
    Open roles at Sanford Health1 open
    Physician - Internal Medicine
    Bemidji, Minnesota · On-site
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  9. 07
    Howard University

    Howard University

    Higher EducationResearchAcademia

    Howard University has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Science & Research and Data Science & Analytics. Howard University is a historically Black research university in Washington, D.C., offering programs across the arts, sciences, medicine, and law.

    Open roles by team

    • Science & Research8
    • Data Science & Analytics1
    Open roles at Howard University1 open
    Post Doctoral Research Associate
    United States · On-site
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  11. 08
    Sun River Health

    Sun River Health

    Community HealthPrimary CareHealthcare

    Sun River Health has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Sun River Health is a federally qualified health center delivering primary and preventive care to underserved communities in New York State.

    Open roles at Sun River Health1 open
    Dental Assistant - Trainee
    Spring Valley, New York · On-site
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  12. 09
    San Diego State University

    San Diego State University

    Higher EducationResearchAcademia

    San Diego State University has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. San Diego State University is a public research university offering graduate and undergraduate programs across business, engineering, science, and the arts.

    Open roles by team

    • Science & Research6
    Open roles at San Diego State University1 open
    Postdoctoral Research Scholar
    California · On-site
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  13. 10
    Central Florida Health Care, Inc.

    Central Florida Health Care, Inc.

    Community HealthPrimary CareHealthcare

    Central Florida Health Care, Inc. has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Physicians & Surgeons and Healthcare Administration. Central Florida Health Care is a federally qualified health center providing primary care, dental, and behavioral health services to low-income patients.

    Open roles by team

    • Physicians & Surgeons2
    • Healthcare Administration1
    • Nursing1
    Open roles at Central Florida Health Care, Inc.1 open
    Internal Medicine Physician
    Cape Coral Metropolitan Area · 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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Nonprofit J-1 Sponsors: Frequently Asked Questions

Which nonprofit organizations sponsor the most J-1 visas?

International Rescue Committee has the most, with 14 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by Zeta Charter Schools (9) and University of Massachusetts Amherst (4). Across the 10 nonprofit organizations 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 program category. Interns must be enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program; trainees must have relevant work experience or a degree plus experience in their field. Research scholars, professors, and specialists must hold advanced credentials in their discipline. All participants need a DS-2019 form issued by a Department of State-designated sponsor organization, proof of English proficiency, and sufficient funding to support themselves during the exchange.

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 nonprofit or educational employer, the host organization must work with a Department of State-designated sponsor to issue your DS-2019 form, which establishes your program category and authorized dates. You then apply for the J-1 visa at a U.S. consulate using the DS-2019, a completed DS-160 application, and supporting documents. Some categories carry a two-year home residency requirement under section 212(e) upon program completion, though waivers are available in certain circumstances.

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