J-1 Visa Application Development Lead Jobs
Application Development Lead roles in the United States are typically accessible through the J-1 Trainee or Specialist program category, depending on your career stage and project scope. Securing sponsorship requires a designated State Department sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019, not the hiring employer directly.
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Internship - Application Development
Number of Positions:
0
Location:
Okemos, MI
Location Specifics:
Hybrid Position
Job Summary:
At Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana we work to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support, and we amplify this mission by investing in initiatives that build healthy, smart, vibrant communities. We are one of the largest dental plan administrators in the country, and are part of the Delta Dental Plans Association, which operates two of the largest dental networks in the nation.
At Delta Dental, we celebrate our All In culture. It’s a mindset, feeling and attitude we wrap around all that we do – from taking charge of our careers, to helping colleagues and lending a hand in the community.
Position Description
We are looking for a highly talented and motivated undergraduate or graduate student who is pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical fields.
As an Application Development Intern, you will:
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Work on cutting-edge, large scale, enterprise business application platforms
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Contribute to our next-generation platform leveraging browser-based clients written in Angular, backed by Java based REST services, and highly scalable and complex backend systems, conforming to strict security standards.
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Gain first-hand experience on modern system architecture, such as Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), Event-Driven Architecture (EDA), Web frameworks, and enabling technology such as REST, JSON, Kafka, containerization, RPA, content management systems etc.
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Apply the fundamentals from Computer Science/Engineering curriculum onto real-world problems.
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Communicate your work to other teams and develop your skills explaining technical subjects to a business audience
A successful candidate will:
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Be self-motivated and able to contribute in a team setting
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Excel at problem solving, with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
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Have demonstrated experience programming in at least one of the mainstream languages such as Java, Python, C++, etc.
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Have some experience or knowledge in modern web application development languages and frameworks such as HTML/CSS, Angular/React etc.
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Show solid skills in data structure and algorithms design/analysis
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Have good understanding of software architecture, Object-Oriented (OO) analysis/design, and commonly used design patterns such as factory, composite, etc.
Minimum Requirements:
Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and have completed at least one course or equivalent experience with programming in Java, Python, C++, or other similar languages.
The company will provide equal employment and advancement opportunity within the context of its unique business environment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, height, weight, military status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law or ordinance.
Job Title:
Internship - Application Development
Number of Positions:
0
Location:
Okemos, MI
Location Specifics:
Hybrid Position
Job Summary:
At Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana we work to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support, and we amplify this mission by investing in initiatives that build healthy, smart, vibrant communities. We are one of the largest dental plan administrators in the country, and are part of the Delta Dental Plans Association, which operates two of the largest dental networks in the nation.
At Delta Dental, we celebrate our All In culture. It’s a mindset, feeling and attitude we wrap around all that we do – from taking charge of our careers, to helping colleagues and lending a hand in the community.
Position Description
We are looking for a highly talented and motivated undergraduate or graduate student who is pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical fields.
As an Application Development Intern, you will:
-
Work on cutting-edge, large scale, enterprise business application platforms
-
Contribute to our next-generation platform leveraging browser-based clients written in Angular, backed by Java based REST services, and highly scalable and complex backend systems, conforming to strict security standards.
-
Gain first-hand experience on modern system architecture, such as Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), Event-Driven Architecture (EDA), Web frameworks, and enabling technology such as REST, JSON, Kafka, containerization, RPA, content management systems etc.
-
Apply the fundamentals from Computer Science/Engineering curriculum onto real-world problems.
-
Communicate your work to other teams and develop your skills explaining technical subjects to a business audience
A successful candidate will:
-
Be self-motivated and able to contribute in a team setting
-
Excel at problem solving, with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
-
Have demonstrated experience programming in at least one of the mainstream languages such as Java, Python, C++, etc.
-
Have some experience or knowledge in modern web application development languages and frameworks such as HTML/CSS, Angular/React etc.
-
Show solid skills in data structure and algorithms design/analysis
-
Have good understanding of software architecture, Object-Oriented (OO) analysis/design, and commonly used design patterns such as factory, composite, etc.
Minimum Requirements:
Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and have completed at least one course or equivalent experience with programming in Java, Python, C++, or other similar languages.
The company will provide equal employment and advancement opportunity within the context of its unique business environment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, height, weight, military status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law or ordinance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Application Development Lead
Align your credentials to Trainee eligibility
The J-1 Trainee category requires a degree in a relevant field plus one year of related work experience abroad, or five years of experience without a degree. Document your software development or team leadership history precisely before applying.
Target host employers with structured training programs
J-1 Trainee and Specialist hosts must file a formal Training Plan (DS-7002) with your designated sponsor. Prioritize technology companies and research organizations that already have established onboarding frameworks for exchange visitors, since ad-hoc employers rarely clear sponsor compliance review.
Search roles on Migrate Mate for J-1 compatibility
Use Migrate Mate to filter Application Development Lead positions at U.S. employers who have a track record of hosting international professionals, saving you time that would otherwise go toward cold outreach to companies unfamiliar with the J-1 host process.
Verify the two-year home residency requirement early
Government-funded training and certain country-of-nationality designations trigger a two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e). Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this restriction blocks H-1B and green card applications until fulfilled or waived.
Request the DS-2019 from your designated sponsor, not your employer
Your host employer signs the DS-7002 training plan, but only a State Department-designated sponsor organization such as AIPT or Cultural Vistas can issue the DS-2019 that activates your J-1 status. Clarify this distinction in writing before your start date to avoid onboarding delays.
Map your technical specialization to O*NET occupation codes
Designated sponsors and host employers use O*NET codes to classify your role on the DS-7002. Identifying the correct code for Application Development Lead beforehand strengthens your training plan and reduces the risk of a sponsor rejection for role misclassification.
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Find Application Development Lead JobsApplication Development Lead J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Application Development Lead role?
Most Application Development Lead candidates qualify under the J-1 Trainee category if they hold a relevant degree plus at least one year of professional experience, or five or more years of work experience without a degree. Candidates with a more senior or research-oriented scope may qualify under the Specialist category, which requires substantial expertise recognized in the field.
Who actually sponsors a J-1 visa for this role, the employer or a separate organization?
The sponsoring organization is a U.S. Department of State-designated entity such as AIPT, Cultural Vistas, or IIE. It issues your DS-2019, monitors program compliance, and countersigns your DS-7002 training plan. Your hiring employer is the host organization and signs the training plan, but it cannot issue J-1 status on its own.
How do I find U.S. employers that will host a J-1 Application Development Lead?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Application Development Lead positions at U.S. employers with a demonstrated history of hosting international professionals, which narrows your list to organizations already familiar with the DS-7002 process. Cold outreach to employers who have never hosted a J-1 exchange visitor often stalls because the training plan documentation requirement is unfamiliar to HR teams.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to technology training programs?
It can. The two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e) applies if your training is funded by your home government, funded by the U.S. government, or if your home country appears on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List. Confirm with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, because fulfilling or waiving this requirement takes significant time and affects future H-1B or green card eligibility.
What does the DS-7002 training plan need to show for an Application Development Lead position?
The DS-7002 must outline specific learning objectives tied to application development, phase-by-phase skill benchmarks, supervision arrangements, and how the training differs from regular employment. For a lead-level role, sponsors typically expect the plan to detail mentorship structures, cross-functional project exposure, and technical competencies the exchange visitor cannot obtain at home.
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