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Entry level J-1 visa roles are structured differently from standard employment: sponsors coordinate directly with your program category, whether you're coming in as a trainee or intern. That built-in structure means more employers are open to J-1 holders at the entry level than you'd find with other work visas.
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Get Access To All JobsThe Center for Business, Health, and Prosperity advances societal prosperity by integrating value-creating business innovation with health enabling practices. The Center is housed at the Impact & Prosperity Epicenter, a living-learning community that is home to students and professionals dedicated to a shared vision for the betterment of people and the planet. The Center is seeking a motivated and outgoing student intern to assist with Prosperity U programming in the 26-27 academic year. Prosperity U is a transformative student experience focused on improving economic, social, and personal well-being across communities. Prosperity U hosts many events throughout the academic year including a speaker series, community and social events, book clubs, concert series, service projects, and other activities.
The selected candidate will be hired to assist with event preparation and logistics including event set up, event breakdown and clean up, and provide staffing support during events. Events generally are held in the evenings and on weekends occasionally. The selected candidate would be required to work generally between the hours of 4:00 pm and 11:00 pm but hours could vary. Schedules would be communicated to intern 2 weeks in advance, but assistance could be requested on short notice during busy times. Interns will be required to work 5-10 hours per week generally.
Responsibilities
- Assist with set up of events
- Assist staff and leaders with execution of events
- Provide logistical and administrative support such as tracking attendance
- Ensure meals are set up and delivered
- Ensure space is clean and items are put away after events
- Engage with students and address questions in a positive manner
- Manage event flow and report any concerns to on-site supervisor
- Provide feedback on events
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Must be a current University of Utah student.
Preferences
Preference will be given to students living at the Impact & Prosperity Epicenter.
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
Open Date 07/30/2026
Requisition Number PRN17303N
Job Title UU Student - Research
Working Title Prosperity U Event Intern
Career Progression Track SJ
Track Level
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? No
Standard Hours per Week 10
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Variable
Work Schedule Summary
The selected candidate will be hired to assist with event preparation and logistics including event set up, event breakdown and clean up, and provide staffing support during events. Events generally are held in the evenings and on weekends occasionally. The selected candidate would be required to work generally between the hours of 4:00 pm and 11:00 pm but hours could vary. Schedules would be communicated to intern 2 weeks in advance, but assistance could be requested on short notice during busy times. Interns will be required to work 5-10 hours per week generally.
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 02113 - Business Health & Prosperity
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $12.00/hr
Close Date 08/31/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
The Center for Business, Health, and Prosperity advances societal prosperity by integrating value-creating business innovation with health enabling practices. The Center is housed at the Impact & Prosperity Epicenter, a living-learning community that is home to students and professionals dedicated to a shared vision for the betterment of people and the planet. The Center is seeking a motivated and outgoing student intern to assist with Prosperity U programming in the 26-27 academic year. Prosperity U is a transformative student experience focused on improving economic, social, and personal well-being across communities. Prosperity U hosts many events throughout the academic year including a speaker series, community and social events, book clubs, concert series, service projects, and other activities.
The selected candidate will be hired to assist with event preparation and logistics including event set up, event breakdown and clean up, and provide staffing support during events. Events generally are held in the evenings and on weekends occasionally. The selected candidate would be required to work generally between the hours of 4:00 pm and 11:00 pm but hours could vary. Schedules would be communicated to intern 2 weeks in advance, but assistance could be requested on short notice during busy times. Interns will be required to work 5-10 hours per week generally.
Responsibilities
- Assist with set up of events
- Assist staff and leaders with execution of events
- Provide logistical and administrative support such as tracking attendance
- Ensure meals are set up and delivered
- Ensure space is clean and items are put away after events
- Engage with students and address questions in a positive manner
- Manage event flow and report any concerns to on-site supervisor
- Provide feedback on events
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Must be a current University of Utah student.
Preferences
Preference will be given to students living at the Impact & Prosperity Epicenter.
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
Open Date 07/30/2026
Requisition Number PRN17303N
Job Title UU Student - Research
Working Title Prosperity U Event Intern
Career Progression Track SJ
Track Level
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? No
Standard Hours per Week 10
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Variable
Work Schedule Summary
The selected candidate will be hired to assist with event preparation and logistics including event set up, event breakdown and clean up, and provide staffing support during events. Events generally are held in the evenings and on weekends occasionally. The selected candidate would be required to work generally between the hours of 4:00 pm and 11:00 pm but hours could vary. Schedules would be communicated to intern 2 weeks in advance, but assistance could be requested on short notice during busy times. Interns will be required to work 5-10 hours per week generally.
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 02113 - Business Health & Prosperity
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $12.00/hr
Close Date 08/31/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Jobs
Match your program category before applying
J-1 intern and trainee categories have different eligibility rules. Trainees need at least one year of post-degree work experience or five years in the field. Applying to the wrong category wastes time and can disqualify you before the employer reviews your credentials.
Find employers with designated sponsor relationships
Not every employer can sponsor a J-1 directly. They must work through a USCIS-designated exchange sponsor organization. Prioritize companies that already list an Exchange Visitor Program sponsor, since starting that relationship from scratch adds weeks to your timeline.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1 verified listings
Use Migrate Mate to filter entry level roles by employers with confirmed J-1 sponsorship history. That narrows your list to companies already familiar with the sponsor structure, so you're not explaining the program from scratch in early conversations.
Build a training plan before your first interview
Your sponsor requires a signed Training or Internship Placement Plan (DS-7002) before issuing your DS-2019. Arriving at interviews with a draft plan outline signals readiness and accelerates the sponsor filing timeline once an offer is made.
Confirm the 30-day window before your start date
You can enter the U.S. no earlier than 30 days before your program start date listed on the DS-2019. Employers sometimes assume you can start immediately after a visa stamp. Clarify this early so your onboarding date reflects the actual legal entry window.
Understand the 30-day grace period at program end
After your J-1 program ends, you have a 30-day grace period to depart or change status. Employers may offer to extend or convert your role, but that requires a new DS-2019 or a separate petition. Don't assume continued employment automatically extends your authorized stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find entry level jobs that offer J-1 sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for employers with J-1 sponsorship history, which saves you from cold-applying to companies that have never worked with an Exchange Visitor Program sponsor. At the entry level, hospitality, engineering, finance, and research roles are common J-1 categories, but availability depends on your specific program type and the designated sponsor your employer works through.
Can my employer sponsor my J-1 visa directly?
No. J-1 visas require a USCIS-designated exchange sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019 and manage program compliance. Your employer partners with that sponsor, but cannot act as one independently. Before accepting an offer, confirm the company already has a relationship with a designated sponsor, or that they're willing to establish one.
What is the difference between a J-1 intern and a J-1 trainee at the entry level?
J-1 interns must be currently enrolled in, or have graduated within 12 months from, a post-secondary academic program. J-1 trainees must have either a degree plus one year of relevant work experience outside the U.S., or five years of full-time experience in the field. Entry level applicants fresh from graduation typically qualify as interns, not trainees, so applying under the wrong category is a common early mistake.
Is there a cap on how many J-1 visas are issued each year?
The J-1 Exchange Visitor Program does not have a fixed annual numerical cap the way H-1B visa does. However, some occupational categories and sponsor organizations have program-specific limits or quotas set by USCIS. Availability is also constrained by how many designated sponsor organizations operate in your field, which can effectively limit how many positions are open at any given time.
What happens if my entry level J-1 role ends before the program date on my DS-2019?
If your employment ends early, your sponsor must report the termination to SEVIS, which changes your record status and starts your 30-day grace period immediately. You won't automatically receive the full grace period remaining on your DS-2019. If you're looking to transition to a new role or sponsor, that process needs to start before the employment ends, not after.