J-1 Visa AI ML Intern Jobs

AI ML Intern positions in the U.S. typically fall under the J-1 Intern category, designed for degree-seeking students or recent graduates pursuing structured training in a field matching their coursework. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and provides sponsorship, while your host employer runs the day-to-day internship program.

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Open Jobs184+
Top Visa TypeJ-1
Work Type72% On-site
Median Salary$40K
Top LocationSan Jose, CA
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Adobe
AI/ML Intern - Machine Learning Engineer
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AI/ML Intern - Machine Learning Engineer
Adobe
San Jose, California
Data Science & Analytics
Software Engineering
Data Science
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$45/hr - $55/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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BillGO, Inc.
AI/ML Intern
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AI/ML Intern
BillGO, Inc.
Fort Collins, Colorado
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
$25/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
51-200

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ESYSTEMS, INC
AI/ML Graduate Intern
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ESYSTEMS, INC
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AI/ML Graduate Intern
ESYSTEMS, INC
Remote
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Remote (US)
Master's
51-200

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pSemi
Intern, AI/ML Software Engineer
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Intern, AI/ML Software Engineer
pSemi
San Diego, California
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Data Science
Backend Engineering
$32/hr - $58/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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General Motors
AI/ML Software Engineer Intern
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AI/ML Software Engineer Intern
General Motors
Sunnyvale, California
Software Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Backend Engineering
$12,300/mo
Hybrid
Doctorate

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Tips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an AI ML Intern

Align your transcript to your training plan

Your DS-2019 training plan must show a direct connection between your current coursework, such as machine learning or data engineering courses, and the internship tasks. Mismatches between your declared major and the role are a common reason designated sponsors reject applications.

Verify your O*NET classification before applying

Look up the AI ML Intern role on O*NET and confirm the Standard Occupational Classification code. Designated sponsors use this code to validate your training plan, and a wrong code can stall DS-2019 issuance even after a host employer signs off.

Target host employers with existing sponsor relationships

Some U.S. tech companies already have working relationships with designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas or CIEE, which shortens the DS-2019 timeline. Use Migrate Mate to find AI and machine learning roles at employers that have J-1 hosting history.

Confirm the 2-year home residency requirement early

If your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, your J-1 may carry a 2-year home residency requirement before you can change to H-1B or green card status. Check this before accepting an offer, not after, since it affects your long-term U.S. career plans.

Ask your host employer to confirm SEVIS fee payment

You must pay the SEVIS I-901 fee before your visa interview, but your host employer sometimes covers it as part of the internship package. Clarify this during the offer stage to avoid paying out-of-pocket for a cost the company may have budgeted.

Negotiate program start dates around DS-2019 processing

Designated sponsors typically need two to four weeks to issue a DS-2019 after receiving a complete training plan from the host employer. Build this window into your offer negotiation so your program start date doesn't slip due to paperwork timing.

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AI ML Intern J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Which J-1 program category applies to an AI ML Intern role?

Current students and recent graduates pursuing structured AI or machine learning training typically qualify under the J-1 Intern category. To be eligible, you must be enrolled in, or have graduated from within the past 12 months from, a post-secondary academic program outside the U.S. The internship must directly relate to your field of study, so a computer science or data science background is the usual qualifying credential.

Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for an AI ML internship?

The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or IIE, not your host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 form, monitors program compliance, and acts as your official point of contact with the State Department. Your host employer runs the internship itself but is not the legal sponsor of your visa.

Does the J-1 Intern category allow me to work on live AI models or proprietary data?

Yes, but your training plan must describe those activities specifically. Designated sponsors review training plans carefully, and vague descriptions like 'assist with AI projects' are often sent back for revision. List the tools you'll use, the models you'll train, and the datasets you'll work with. The more technical detail in the plan, the faster the DS-2019 is typically approved.

How do I find U.S. employers that host J-1 interns in AI and machine learning?

Use Migrate Mate to search for AI ML Intern roles at U.S. employers with J-1 hosting history. Many tech companies list open internship positions but don't advertise their J-1 eligibility directly in job postings. Filtering by visa-friendly employers saves time and helps you target hosts that already understand the DS-2019 and training plan process.

Can I extend my J-1 AI ML internship beyond the initial program end date?

Extensions are possible but require your designated sponsor's approval before your current DS-2019 expires. The total J-1 Intern program, including any extensions, cannot exceed 12 months. Your host employer must submit a revised training plan justifying the extension, and the sponsor must issue an updated DS-2019. Requests submitted after the program end date cannot be approved retroactively.

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