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Get Access To All JobsCITGO PETROLEUM CORPORATION
CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.; Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 38 active terminals, six pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 807,000 barrels-per-day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best-branded supplier companies in the industry.
At CITGO our people are our most important resource. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.
Job Summary
This Information Technology Internship position is based at the CITGO Corporate office in Houston and will support the Emerging Technologies team with a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI). The intern will gain hands-on experience working with modern AI tools, Microsoft technologies, and Python-based solutions, including platforms such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Azure OpenAI, and AI frameworks.
The role will involve contributing to the development of AI-driven applications, assisting in the communication of AI initiatives and learning events, and researching and evaluating emerging AI technologies for business use. The intern will collaborate with team members on innovative projects that enhance organizational capabilities and promote AI adoption across the company.
As the intern builds knowledge and familiarity with tools, systems, and processes, they will take on increasing responsibility, including supporting AI-related initiatives and assisting with tasks and requests aligned with team priorities.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
- Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Graduate degree program in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Bachelor’s degree candidates must have at least a sophomore standing or higher.
- Overall GPA of 3.0 or above (A=4.0) and must provide proof of GPA at time of hire to verify eligibility requirements.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a high level of professionalism.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to interact and collaborate with all levels of the organization.
- Basic experience or familiarity with Python and AI tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or similar platforms.
Job Duties
- Assist in the development of AI-driven applications.
- General support for emerging technologies projects.
- Support AI Communication and Enablement.
- Research and Evaluate AI Technologies.
- Collaboration and Continuous Learning.
Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned.
Here are the incentives we offer:
- Remote Work options available for eligible positions
- Options are department and/or location specific
- 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
- Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
- Paid Vacation Time
- Company-Paid Holidays
- Caregiver Leave
- Excellent 401(k) Match
- Pension Plan
- Performance Incentive
- Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
- Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
- Healthy Rewards Program
- Service Awards Program
- Educational Assistance Plan
- Dependent Children Scholarships
- Reimbursement for Gym Membership
- Employee Discount Programs
- On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
- On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
- On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
- On-site Fitness Center (select locations)
PLEASE NOTE ALL JOBS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL PERKS
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Requisition ID - 1861
CITGO PETROLEUM CORPORATION
CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.; Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 38 active terminals, six pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 807,000 barrels-per-day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best-branded supplier companies in the industry.
At CITGO our people are our most important resource. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.
Job Summary
This Information Technology Internship position is based at the CITGO Corporate office in Houston and will support the Emerging Technologies team with a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI). The intern will gain hands-on experience working with modern AI tools, Microsoft technologies, and Python-based solutions, including platforms such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Azure OpenAI, and AI frameworks.
The role will involve contributing to the development of AI-driven applications, assisting in the communication of AI initiatives and learning events, and researching and evaluating emerging AI technologies for business use. The intern will collaborate with team members on innovative projects that enhance organizational capabilities and promote AI adoption across the company.
As the intern builds knowledge and familiarity with tools, systems, and processes, they will take on increasing responsibility, including supporting AI-related initiatives and assisting with tasks and requests aligned with team priorities.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
- Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Graduate degree program in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Bachelor’s degree candidates must have at least a sophomore standing or higher.
- Overall GPA of 3.0 or above (A=4.0) and must provide proof of GPA at time of hire to verify eligibility requirements.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a high level of professionalism.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to interact and collaborate with all levels of the organization.
- Basic experience or familiarity with Python and AI tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, or similar platforms.
Job Duties
- Assist in the development of AI-driven applications.
- General support for emerging technologies projects.
- Support AI Communication and Enablement.
- Research and Evaluate AI Technologies.
- Collaboration and Continuous Learning.
Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned.
Here are the incentives we offer:
- Remote Work options available for eligible positions
- Options are department and/or location specific
- 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
- Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
- Paid Vacation Time
- Company-Paid Holidays
- Caregiver Leave
- Excellent 401(k) Match
- Pension Plan
- Performance Incentive
- Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
- Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
- Healthy Rewards Program
- Service Awards Program
- Educational Assistance Plan
- Dependent Children Scholarships
- Reimbursement for Gym Membership
- Employee Discount Programs
- On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
- On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
- On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
- On-site Fitness Center (select locations)
PLEASE NOTE ALL JOBS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL PERKS
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Requisition ID - 1861
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in AI
Frame your CV around research output
Designated sponsors issuing DS-2019 forms for Research Scholar placements expect documented contributions: published papers, conference proceedings, or open-source model work. A CV that lists job duties without scholarly output rarely satisfies program eligibility reviewers.
Confirm your role qualifies as specialty occupation
AI job titles vary widely. Use O*NET to verify that the specific duties in your offer letter match an occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Vague titles like 'AI generalist' create eligibility problems during DS-2019 issuance.
Search Migrate Mate to find receptive host employers
Not every company that hires AI professionals has experience hosting J-1 exchange visitors. Migrate Mate filters roles by sponsorship history so you target employers already familiar with the DS-2019 process and host responsibilities.
Ask whether the 2-year home residency requirement applies
AI researchers funded by a home government or an international organization, or placed in a field on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, may be subject to the 2-year home residency requirement. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer.
Get the training plan signed before your start date
For Intern and Trainee categories, USCIS and your designated sponsor both require a completed Form DS-7002 training plan before the DS-2019 is issued. AI host employers unfamiliar with J-1 often underestimate this step, which can delay your program start by weeks.
Verify the host employer's SEVIS compliance standing
Before accepting an offer, ask whether the host employer has an active agreement with a State Department-designated sponsor organization. Employers without an existing relationship must establish one, which adds time to your onboarding timeline.
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Find AI JobsAI J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an AI role?
It depends on your career stage. Current students pursuing AI internships typically use the Intern category. Early-career professionals developing AI skills in a structured program use the Trainee category. Academics and postdoctoral researchers conducting AI research at U.S. institutions use the Research Scholar or Short-Term Scholar category. Each category has different eligibility requirements and maximum program durations.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an AI position?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as IIE, CIEE, or Cultural Vistas, not the employer where you work. That employer is called the host organization. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, monitors your program compliance, and serves as the official program administrator throughout your exchange.
How do I find AI employers that are set up for J-1 hosting?
Most AI job postings don't advertise J-1 compatibility. Migrate Mate surfaces U.S. employers with active sponsorship history, making it easier to identify host organizations already familiar with the DS-2019 process and the training plan requirements specific to technical roles like AI engineering or machine learning research.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement affect AI researchers?
It can. If your J-1 program is funded by your home government or a recognized international organization, or if your home country lists AI-related occupations on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, the 2-year home residency requirement may apply. This means you'd need to return home for two years before changing to certain other U.S. visa categories. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor early.
What documents does an AI host employer need to provide for J-1 sponsorship?
For Intern and Trainee categories, the host employer must complete and sign a Form DS-7002 training plan detailing the AI skills, learning objectives, and supervision structure for your placement. For Research Scholar placements, the host institution typically provides an official invitation letter, a program description, and evidence of the research project's scope. The designated sponsor reviews all of these before issuing your DS-2019.
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