Top 10 Retail Companies Sponsoring J-1 Visas

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

The top 10 retail companies sponsoring J-1 visas include Walgreens, Walmart, and Giant Eagle, spanning grocery, general merchandise, automotive retail, and technology-enabled commerce. Migrate Mate is tracking 67 live J-1 jobs across these employers as of October 22, 2026, updated daily. For candidates in intern and trainee categories, J-1 roles at retail employers offer structured exchange programs with a designated sponsor organization, a DS-2019 form, and a defined program duration tied to your category.

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Which retail companies sponsor the most J-1 visas?

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

  1. 01
    Walgreens

    Walgreens

    Pharmacy RetailHealthcareOperations

    Walgreens has 57 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate, the most of any retail company on this list. Its openings concentrate in Customer Service & Support and Pharmacy. Walgreens operates one of the largest pharmacy and health-focused retail chains in the United States.

    Open roles by team

    • Customer Service & Support57
    • Pharmacy55
    • Allied Health55
    • Healthcare Administration55
    • Nursing12

    +8 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Walgreens57 open
    Pharmacy Graduate Intern
    Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Minnesota · On-site
    Apply
    Pharmacy Intern
    Huber Heights, Ohio · On-site
    Apply
    Pharmacy Intern Grad
    Sunset Beach, North Carolina · On-site
    Apply
    Summer Pharmacy Intern
    Lakeland, Florida · On-site
    Apply
    Community Management Intern
    Saint Clair Shores, Michigan · On-site
    Apply
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  2. 02
    Walmart

    Walmart

    General MerchandiseE-CommerceSupply Chain

    Walmart has 2 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Pharmacy and Healthcare Administration. Walmart runs a global network of discount retail stores, Sam's Club warehouses, and e-commerce platforms.

    Open roles by team

    • Pharmacy64
    • Healthcare Administration63
    • Nursing56
    • Allied Health55
    • Customer Service & Support6
    Open roles at Walmart2 open
    Pharmacy Pre-Grad Intern
    Van Buren, Michigan · On-site
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    Pharmacy Grad Intern
    Dilworth, Minnesota · On-site
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  3. 03
    Giant Eagle

    Giant Eagle

    Grocery RetailPharmacyRegional Retail

    Giant Eagle has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Pharmacy and Allied Health. Giant Eagle is a regional supermarket and pharmacy retailer headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

    Open roles by team

    • Pharmacy9
    • Allied Health9
    • Healthcare Administration9
    • Customer Service & Support6
    • Nursing3
    Open roles at Giant Eagle1 open
    Pharmacy Intern
    Stow, Ohio · On-site
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  5. 04
    Giant Eagle, Inc.

    Giant Eagle, Inc.

    Grocery RetailConvenienceOperations

    Giant Eagle, Inc. has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Pharmacy and Allied Health. Giant Eagle, Inc. operates supermarkets, fuel stations, and GetGo convenience stores across the mid-Atlantic and Midwest.

    Open roles by team

    • Pharmacy8
    • Allied Health8
    • Healthcare Administration8
    • Nursing7
    • Customer Service & Support1
    Open roles at Giant Eagle, Inc.1 open
    Pharmacy Intern
    Franklin, Pennsylvania · On-site
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  6. 05
    99 Ranch Market

    99 Ranch Market

    Specialty GroceryMerchandisingFood Retail

    99 Ranch Market has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Project & Program Management and Sales. 99 Ranch Market is a chain of Asian-American supermarkets offering specialty grocery and fresh food products.

    Open roles by team

    • Project & Program Management2
    • Sales1
    • Human Resources1
    • Customer Service & Support1
    Open roles at 99 Ranch Market1 open
    Produce Management Trainee
    Austin, 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
    CarMax

    CarMax

    Auto RetailSalesFinance

    CarMax has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Sales and Customer Service & Support. CarMax is the largest used-vehicle retailer in the United States, with a no-haggle purchasing model.

    Open roles by team

    • Sales3
    • Customer Service & Support3
    • Consulting & Strategy3
    • Account Management2
    Open roles at CarMax1 open
    Sales Consultant Trainee
    Katy, Texas · On-site
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  9. 07
    Signet Jewelers

    Signet Jewelers

    Jewelry RetailLuxury GoodsSales

    Signet Jewelers has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Customer Service & Support and Administrative & Office Support. Signet Jewelers is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating Kay, Zales, and Jared stores.

    Open roles by team

    • Customer Service & Support2
    • Administrative & Office Support2
    Open roles at Signet Jewelers1 open
    Apprentice Jeweler
    Lynnwood, Washington · On-site
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  11. 08
    HEB

    HEB

    Grocery RetailTexas RegionalStore Operations

    HEB has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Account Management and Customer Service & Support. H-E-B is a Texas-based privately held supermarket chain known for its regional product selection and community presence.

    Open roles by team

    • Account Management1
    • Customer Service & Support1
    • Project & Program Management1
    • Retail Banking & Branch Management1
    Open roles at HEB1 open
    Retail Leadership Development Program
    Midland, Texas · On-site
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  12. 09
    Faherty Brand

    Faherty Brand

    Apparel RetailSustainabilityDirect-to-Consumer

    Faherty Brand has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Data Science & Analytics and Product Management. Faherty Brand is a lifestyle apparel company focused on sustainable, surf-inspired clothing sold through retail and direct channels.

    Open roles by team

    • Data Science & Analytics2
    • Product Management1
    • Software Engineering1
    • AI & Machine Learning1
    • Business Development1
    Open roles at Faherty Brand1 open
    MBA Summer Intern, AI Retail Project
    New York, New York · On-site
    Apply
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  13. 10
    New York University

    New York University

    Higher EducationResearchAcademic Programs

    New York University has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Nursing and Science & Research. New York University is a major private research university with campuses in New York City and globally.

    Open roles by team

    • Nursing1
    • Science & Research1
    • Animal Care1
    Open roles at New York University1 open
    Research Associate
    Brooklyn, New York · 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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Retail J-1 Sponsors: Frequently Asked Questions

Which retail companies sponsor the most J-1 visas?

Walgreens has the most, with 57 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by Walmart (2) and Giant Eagle (1). Across the 10 retail companies on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 67 live J-1 jobs, updated daily.

Who qualifies for J-1 sponsorship?

J-1 eligibility depends on the program category. Interns must be enrolled in a degree program or have graduated within the past 12 months and be placed in a field related to their studies. Trainees must have a degree plus one year of relevant work experience, or five years of experience without a degree. All participants must be sponsored by a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization and receive a DS-2019 form 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 through a participating employer, first confirm the employer works with a Department of State-designated sponsor organization, since the sponsor issues your DS-2019 form rather than the employer filing directly. After the employer extends an offer, the sponsor validates your program details, sets the authorized duration (up to 12 months for interns, 18 months for trainees), and issues the DS-2019. You then apply for the J-1 visa at a U.S. consulate using that document.

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