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Account Manager roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to structure a formal training plan is the key step toward securing sponsorship and a DS-2019.
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Requisition ID req27579
Working Title Business Development Student Intern
Pay $15.00 Hourly
Campus Taos
Department Taos Branch
Employment Type Student Employment
Student Type Work-Study
Status Non-Exempt
Background Check Required No
For Best Consideration Date 9/22/2026
Position Summary
As a Business Development Student Intern at the SBDC at UNM-Taos, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of local businesses and entrepreneurs while gaining valuable hands-on experience in the field of business development. You will work closely with professional business advisors and assist in providing essential services to our clients. Your role will involve a variety of tasks aimed at supporting the small business community and enhancing your skills in business consulting, research, and project management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Equivalencies not found for this position
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Key Responsibilities:
- Client Support: Assist business advisors in providing one-on-one consultations to entrepreneurs and small business owners, addressing their needs, and helping them develop strategies for growth.
- Market Research: Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, potential clients, and industry best practices. Prepare reports and summaries to aid in client decision-making processes.
- Administrative Tasks: Assist in administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing client databases.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills both online and in-person.
- Capacity to multitask, word, spreadsheet, database, scheduling and email applications.
- Genuine interest in supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs in their growth journey.
- Eagerness to learn about various aspects of business development.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please attach a Resume and Cover Letter
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
INTRODUCTION
Requisition ID req27579
Working Title Business Development Student Intern
Pay $15.00 Hourly
Campus Taos
Department Taos Branch
Employment Type Student Employment
Student Type Work-Study
Status Non-Exempt
Background Check Required No
For Best Consideration Date 9/22/2026
Position Summary
As a Business Development Student Intern at the SBDC at UNM-Taos, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of local businesses and entrepreneurs while gaining valuable hands-on experience in the field of business development. You will work closely with professional business advisors and assist in providing essential services to our clients. Your role will involve a variety of tasks aimed at supporting the small business community and enhancing your skills in business consulting, research, and project management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Equivalencies not found for this position
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Key Responsibilities:
- Client Support: Assist business advisors in providing one-on-one consultations to entrepreneurs and small business owners, addressing their needs, and helping them develop strategies for growth.
- Market Research: Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, potential clients, and industry best practices. Prepare reports and summaries to aid in client decision-making processes.
- Administrative Tasks: Assist in administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing client databases.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills both online and in-person.
- Capacity to multitask, word, spreadsheet, database, scheduling and email applications.
- Genuine interest in supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs in their growth journey.
- Eagerness to learn about various aspects of business development.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please attach a Resume and Cover Letter
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Account Manager
Frame your CV around training objectives
J-1 Trainee applications require a detailed training plan, not just a job description. Reframe your CV to highlight skill gaps you plan to close in the U.S., since designated sponsors evaluate whether the role genuinely advances your professional development.
Identify host employers with existing J-1 infrastructure
Search for companies that have previously hosted J-1 Trainees in sales or client management roles by reviewing DOL disclosure data. Employers already familiar with training plan requirements move through the DS-2019 process significantly faster than first-time hosts.
Use Migrate Mate to target J-1-aligned Account Manager roles
Not every Account Manager posting is structured for exchange visitor eligibility. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. employers and roles that align with J-1 sponsorship, saving time you'd otherwise spend vetting positions that won't support a training program.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee before applying
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the J-1 Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past 12 months or are an early-career professional, Trainee is the correct category. Applying under the wrong category forces a restart with your designated sponsor.
Confirm host employer commitment before DS-2019 issuance
Your designated sponsor, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, issues the DS-2019 only after reviewing a signed training plan from your host employer. Get written confirmation of the training plan structure from your employer before the sponsor begins processing, or delays are likely.
Check whether your role triggers the two-year home residency requirement
Account Manager positions funded by your home government or involving certain skill sets may trigger the J-1 two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Confirm your eligibility for a waiver with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Account Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Account Manager role?
Most Account Manager positions fall under the J-1 Trainee category, which is designed for professionals who have graduated and have at least one year of relevant experience or education outside the U.S. If you're a current student completing a degree, the Intern category applies instead. Both require a structured training plan approved by your designated sponsor.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for Account Manager positions?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or InterExchange, not the hiring employer. The employer acts as your host and must agree to a formal training plan. The designated sponsor reviews that plan, issues your DS-2019, and monitors compliance throughout your exchange program.
How do I find Account Manager host employers open to J-1 Trainees?
Most Account Manager job postings don't specify J-1 eligibility, so filtering by role title alone won't surface the right opportunities. Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. employers and roles aligned with J-1 sponsorship, helping you identify hosts who are already familiar with the training plan requirements and DS-2019 process.
Can an Account Manager role trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
It depends on your funding source and home country's bilateral agreements with the U.S. If your exchange program is financed by your home government or a U.S. government agency, or if your home country has designated your field as a skills-shortage area, the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e) may apply. Verify this with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer.
What does a J-1 training plan for an Account Manager actually include?
Your designated sponsor requires a phase-by-phase training plan that outlines the specific skills and competencies you'll develop, the supervision structure, and measurable benchmarks for each phase. For Account Manager roles, this typically covers client relationship management, CRM platform proficiency, and sales cycle training. Vague or generic plans are commonly rejected during sponsor review.