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Business Consultant roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through J-1 visa sponsorship, typically under the Trainee or Intern program category. Your host employer partners with a State Department-designated sponsor organization, which issues the DS-2019 and administers your training plan throughout the placement.
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At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
About the SAP Internship Experience Project:
The SAP Internship Experience Project is SAP’s global, paid internship program that provides university students with the opportunities to find purpose in their careers.
Three reasons to intern at SAP:
- Culture of collaboration: Meet with mentors, make new friends across the globe and create a thriving personal network.
- Project-driven experience: Gain cross-functional skills from our virtual and in-person learning sessions, diverse subject matter experts, and project deliverables.
- Gain visibility: With SAP Internship Experience Project in your title, you’ll have a global network of SAP leaders, entrepreneurs and career development opportunities at your fingertips.
About the team:
The Concur Global Distribution organization sells Expense, Travel and Invoice solutions to a wide range of businesses looking to manage / optimize their indirect spend. For 2026, we are focused on 4 strategic priorities and as part of this focus report monthly / quarterly status on the progress the business is making towards our strategic priorities with respect to both business performance and strategic projects to ensure we are meeting our revenue growth targets.
What you’ll do:
Position Title: SAP Concur iXp Intern – Business Transformation Consultant
Location: Bellevue, WA but can be virtual
Expected start date to end date: Flexible but ideally May 1, 2026– December 31, 2026
In this role, you’ll:
Partner with the VP Business Transformation and cross-functional leaders / stakeholders to support 2026 revenue strategy and business planning efforts. This role centers on gathering updates, developing executive communications and reporting on Key Initiative status, critical strategic efforts, and other rhythm-of-business activities. You will create strategic narratives and develop PowerPoint materials that enhance storytelling for key initiatives and executive-level presentations. To build subject-matter expertise, you will collaborate across the organization to collect insights, prepare documentation and communications, and participate in project meetings as needed. Additionally, you will contribute to the annual planning process and support modernization of planning workflows and communication by leveraging AI.
Who you are:
We’re looking for someone who takes initiative, is an excellent communicator, and stays curious. You like to work on meaningful strategic projects and are energized by lifelong learning.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to transform complexity into a simple story
- Strong people skills
- Highly organized with strong time management skills
- Project management experience that includes planning activities, managing the execution of the plan and keeping stakeholders informed of progress
- Excel, PowerPoint required
- MBA student with focus on strategic management and communication
- Candidates must currently be enrolled in graduate degree program which is applicable to the position.
Follow @SAPiXp on Instagram and don’t miss anything about our experiences worldwide!
SAPNextGen
Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the hourly base salary rate range applicable for the posted role. The targeted range for this position is 0-USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidates will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. SAP offers limited benefits for employees hired into hourly or like roles subject to applicable plan/policy terms. A summary of benefits and eligibility requirements can be found by clicking this link: www.SAPNorthAmericaBenefits.com.
AI Usage in the Recruitment Process
For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process. Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Requisition ID: 452325 | Work Area: Administration | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Student | Employment Type: Limited Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
About the SAP Internship Experience Project:
The SAP Internship Experience Project is SAP’s global, paid internship program that provides university students with the opportunities to find purpose in their careers.
Three reasons to intern at SAP:
- Culture of collaboration: Meet with mentors, make new friends across the globe and create a thriving personal network.
- Project-driven experience: Gain cross-functional skills from our virtual and in-person learning sessions, diverse subject matter experts, and project deliverables.
- Gain visibility: With SAP Internship Experience Project in your title, you’ll have a global network of SAP leaders, entrepreneurs and career development opportunities at your fingertips.
About the team:
The Concur Global Distribution organization sells Expense, Travel and Invoice solutions to a wide range of businesses looking to manage / optimize their indirect spend. For 2026, we are focused on 4 strategic priorities and as part of this focus report monthly / quarterly status on the progress the business is making towards our strategic priorities with respect to both business performance and strategic projects to ensure we are meeting our revenue growth targets.
What you’ll do:
Position Title: SAP Concur iXp Intern – Business Transformation Consultant
Location: Bellevue, WA but can be virtual
Expected start date to end date: Flexible but ideally May 1, 2026– December 31, 2026
In this role, you’ll:
Partner with the VP Business Transformation and cross-functional leaders / stakeholders to support 2026 revenue strategy and business planning efforts. This role centers on gathering updates, developing executive communications and reporting on Key Initiative status, critical strategic efforts, and other rhythm-of-business activities. You will create strategic narratives and develop PowerPoint materials that enhance storytelling for key initiatives and executive-level presentations. To build subject-matter expertise, you will collaborate across the organization to collect insights, prepare documentation and communications, and participate in project meetings as needed. Additionally, you will contribute to the annual planning process and support modernization of planning workflows and communication by leveraging AI.
Who you are:
We’re looking for someone who takes initiative, is an excellent communicator, and stays curious. You like to work on meaningful strategic projects and are energized by lifelong learning.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to transform complexity into a simple story
- Strong people skills
- Highly organized with strong time management skills
- Project management experience that includes planning activities, managing the execution of the plan and keeping stakeholders informed of progress
- Excel, PowerPoint required
- MBA student with focus on strategic management and communication
- Candidates must currently be enrolled in graduate degree program which is applicable to the position.
Follow @SAPiXp on Instagram and don’t miss anything about our experiences worldwide!
SAPNextGen
Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the hourly base salary rate range applicable for the posted role. The targeted range for this position is 0-USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidates will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. SAP offers limited benefits for employees hired into hourly or like roles subject to applicable plan/policy terms. A summary of benefits and eligibility requirements can be found by clicking this link: www.SAPNorthAmericaBenefits.com.
AI Usage in the Recruitment Process
For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process. Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Requisition ID: 452325 | Work Area: Administration | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Student | Employment Type: Limited Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Business Consultant
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Your DS-2019 training plan must document how your business degree and prior consulting experience directly support the proposed U.S. placement. Gaps between your academic background and the host role are a common reason designated sponsors reject training plan submissions.
Target host employers with established sponsor relationships
Search for Business Consultant openings on Migrate Mate, which surfaces roles at U.S. employers already aligned with J-1 sponsorship pathways, saving you from approaching companies with no existing designated-sponsor relationship.
Confirm the home residency requirement before accepting offers
Business Consultant Trainee placements funded by a government or international organization often trigger the two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e). Verify your funding source with your designated sponsor before signing any offer letter.
Build a skills-specific resume for U.S. consulting formats
U.S. consulting recruiters expect quantified impact statements, not duty lists. Translate project outcomes from your home country into measurable results before applying, since host employers use the resume to justify your training plan to the designated sponsor.
Negotiate the training plan before your start date
Your designated sponsor cannot issue the DS-2019 until the training plan is signed by both you and the host employer. Resolve any scope changes, rotation schedules, or supervision details during the offer stage, not after the plan is submitted.
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Find Business Consultant JobsBusiness Consultant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Business Consultant role?
Most Business Consultant placements fall under the J-1 Trainee category if you hold a degree and have at least one year of relevant work experience outside the United States, or the Intern category if you are currently enrolled in a foreign degree program. The Trainee category allows placements up to 18 months, while the Intern category caps at 12 months. Your designated sponsor assigns the category based on your qualifications and the training plan your host employer submits.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Business Consultant position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your host employer. Organizations such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT administer the program, issue the DS-2019 form, and monitor compliance with your training plan. Your host employer, typically the consulting firm or corporate client, is the placement site. The designated sponsor and the host employer have separate roles, and you need both to proceed.
How do I find U.S. consulting firms that work with J-1 designated sponsors?
Migrate Mate lists Business Consultant roles at U.S. employers that are aligned with J-1 sponsorship pathways, so you can focus on positions where the host employer is already open to coordinating with a designated sponsor. Cold-applying to employers unfamiliar with the DS-2019 process significantly slows placement timelines, since the host must sign the training plan before the designated sponsor can issue your visa document.
Does a J-1 Business Consultant placement require a formal training plan?
Yes. Every J-1 Trainee and Intern placement requires a detailed training plan, typically submitted on Form DS-7002, which outlines your learning objectives, supervision structure, and weekly activities by phase. Your host employer and designated sponsor both sign off on the plan. USCIS and the State Department use this document to verify that the placement is genuinely educational, not a way to fill a permanent staffing need. Vague or generic plans are a leading cause of DS-2019 delays.
Can I switch host employers during a J-1 Business Consultant placement?
Changing host employers mid-program is possible but requires your designated sponsor to approve a new training plan and issue an amended DS-2019. The new host must meet the same vetting standards as the original, and any gap between placements can jeopardize your J-1 status. Notify your designated sponsor before leaving your current host, not after, since unauthorized changes to the placement site violate the terms of your program and can trigger a status termination.
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