Top 10 Retail Companies Sponsoring J-1 Visas
The top 10 retail companies sponsoring J-1 visas include Walgreens, 99 Ranch Market, and Walmart, spanning grocery, general merchandise, automotive retail, and technology-enabled commerce. Migrate Mate is tracking 195 live J-1 jobs across these employers as of August 26, 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.
Which retail companies sponsor the most J-1 visas?
Ranked by live J-1 openings on Migrate Mate, updated daily
- 01
Walgreens
Pharmacy RetailHealthcareOperationsWalgreens has 182 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 & Support180
- Pharmacy179
- Allied Health179
- Healthcare Administration178
- Nursing44
+12 roles across other teams
Open roles at Walgreens182 openSee all 182+ Walgreens J-1 jobsApplyPharmacy Graduate InternMinneapolis-Saint Paul, Minnesota · On-siteApplyPharmacy Intern GradKingsport, Tennessee · On-siteApplyPharmacy InternHuber Heights, Ohio · On-siteApplySummer Pharmacy InternLouisville, Kentucky · On-siteApplyCommunity Management InternSaint Clair Shores, Michigan · On-site - 02
99 Ranch Market
Specialty GroceryMerchandisingFood Retail99 Ranch Market has 3 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Human Resources and Customer Service & Support. 99 Ranch Market is a chain of Asian-American supermarkets offering specialty grocery and fresh food products.
Open roles by team
- Human Resources3
- Customer Service & Support3
- Account Management2
- Project & Program Management2
- Retail Banking & Branch Management2
+1 roles across other teams
Open roles at 99 Ranch Market3 openSee all 99 Ranch Market J-1 jobsApplyRetail Management TraineeSan Jose, California · On-siteApplyStore Management TraineeSacramento, California · On-siteApplyProduce Management TraineeAustin, Texas · On-site - 03
Walmart
General MerchandiseE-CommerceSupply ChainWalmart 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
- Pharmacy106
- Healthcare Administration104
- Nursing94
- Allied Health84
- Customer Service & Support9
Open roles at Walmart2 openSee all Walmart J-1 jobsApplyPharmacy Pre-Grad InternVan Buren, Michigan · On-siteApplyPharmacy Grad InternDilworth, Minnesota · On-site Unlock every J-1 job from these sponsors
Find 320+ J-1 jobs- 04
Amazon
E-CommerceTechnologyFulfillmentAmazon has 2 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Warehouse & Logistics and AI & Machine Learning. Amazon operates global e-commerce marketplaces, cloud computing services, and fulfillment infrastructure.
Open roles by team
- Warehouse & Logistics2
- AI & Machine Learning2
- Business Operations1
- Robotics Engineering1
- Software Engineering1
+1 roles across other teams
Open roles at Amazon2 openSee all Amazon J-1 jobsApplySupply Chain Intern/Co-opWestborough, Massachusetts · On-siteApplyApplied Scientist II Intern / Co-opWestboro, Wisconsin · On-site - 05
Kroger
Grocery RetailMerchandisingLogisticsKroger has 1 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Human Resources and Business Operations. Kroger is one of the largest supermarket chains in the United States, operating stores under multiple regional banners.
Open roles by team
- Human Resources1
- Business Operations1
- Customer Service & Support1
Open roles at Kroger1 openSee all Kroger J-1 jobsApplySTR MGMT/LEADERSHIP ESSENTALS INTERNLouisville, Kentucky · On-site - 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.
- 06
Giant Eagle
Grocery RetailPharmacyRegional RetailGiant 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
- 07
Giant Eagle, Inc.
Grocery RetailConvenienceOperationsGiant 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 openSee all Giant Eagle, Inc. J-1 jobsApplyPharmacy InternFranklin, Pennsylvania · On-site See J-1 jobs from all 10 sponsors and thousands more
Find 320+ J-1 jobs- 08
CarMax
Auto RetailSalesFinanceCarMax 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
- 09
Signet Jewelers
Jewelry RetailLuxury GoodsSalesSignet 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 openSee all Signet Jewelers J-1 jobsApplyApprentice JewelerLynnwood, Washington · On-site - 10
HEB
Grocery RetailTexas RegionalStore OperationsHEB 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 openSee all HEB J-1 jobsApplyRetail Leadership Development ProgramMidland, Texas · On-site
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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Which retail companies sponsor the most J-1 visas?
Walgreens has the most, with 182 live J-1 jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by 99 Ranch Market (3) and Walmart (2). Across the 10 retail companies on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 195 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.