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Care Coordinator roles in the U.S. typically qualify for J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern category, depending on your career stage. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while your U.S. healthcare employer serves as the host site. Note that some J-1 categories carry a two-year home residency requirement.
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High school graduates and college students: apply today to be an Intern Teacher at Bright Horizons and grow your skills in the early childhood field!
During this 8-week, full–time internship, you’ll work in an early childhood classroom under the supervision and leadership of an early childhood educator who will help you practice and refine your skills. You’ll have the opportunity to network and collaborate with peers across the country and learn from early childhood curriculum experts that will help guide your experience.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children
- Actively participate in all classroom activities and complete required training
- Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines
Qualifications
Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
- 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED before start of internship (June 15, 2026) is required
- Experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
- This internship requires full‑time availability, Monday through Friday, from June 15 through August 7, 2026
Be part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways. We’re changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you. At Bright Horizons, you’re the difference.
Physical Requirements:
Candidates must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, and received COVID-19 booster and flu shot to ensure compliance with enhanced health and safety protocols and to keep yourself and others safe and free from illness.
This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.
If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.
- Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 pounds
- Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities
- Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
- Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirement
The full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at the Bright Horizons careers page. Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.
This position requires in-person work in the Somerville, MA area.
Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position is between $17.64 - $24.45 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
Benefits:
Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
Life at Bright Horizons:
At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.
Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
INTRODUCTION
High school graduates and college students: apply today to be an Intern Teacher at Bright Horizons and grow your skills in the early childhood field!
During this 8-week, full–time internship, you’ll work in an early childhood classroom under the supervision and leadership of an early childhood educator who will help you practice and refine your skills. You’ll have the opportunity to network and collaborate with peers across the country and learn from early childhood curriculum experts that will help guide your experience.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children
- Actively participate in all classroom activities and complete required training
- Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines
Qualifications
Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
- 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED before start of internship (June 15, 2026) is required
- Experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
- This internship requires full‑time availability, Monday through Friday, from June 15 through August 7, 2026
Be part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways. We’re changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you. At Bright Horizons, you’re the difference.
Physical Requirements:
Candidates must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, and received COVID-19 booster and flu shot to ensure compliance with enhanced health and safety protocols and to keep yourself and others safe and free from illness.
This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.
If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.
- Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 pounds
- Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities
- Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
- Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirement
The full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at the Bright Horizons careers page. Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.
This position requires in-person work in the Somerville, MA area.
Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position is between $17.64 - $24.45 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
Benefits:
Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
Life at Bright Horizons:
At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.
Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Care Coordinator
Document your clinical coordination credentials precisely
Your DS-2019 training plan must connect your Care Coordinator duties to a specific field of study or prior work. Gather transcripts, licenses, and job descriptions that map your background to care management, health services, or a related discipline before applying.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee category early
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 have relevant professional experience, Trainee is the correct category. Applying under the wrong one can delay your DS-2019 issuance.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1-aligned Care Coordinator roles
Host employers vary widely in their willingness to engage a designated J-1 sponsor organization. Use Migrate Mate to filter for Care Coordinator positions at U.S. healthcare organizations that have demonstrated familiarity with exchange visitor program requirements.
Target host employers with existing sponsor relationships
Hospitals, managed care organizations, and federally qualified health centers that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors before understand the training plan and DS-2019 process. Ask during interviews whether the organization has worked with a State Department-designated sponsor previously.
Verify your offer letter covers training plan requirements
Your host employer must co-sign a training plan outlining your Care Coordinator duties, supervision structure, and learning objectives. Confirm before signing that they're prepared to complete this document with your designated sponsor organization, as gaps here commonly stall DS-2019 issuance.
Check your J-1 category for the home residency requirement
Some J-1 Trainee and Specialist placements in health-related fields trigger a two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your Care Coordinator role falls under a skills list or government-funded category before accepting an offer.
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Which J-1 program category fits a Care Coordinator role?
Most Care Coordinator placements fall under the J-1 Trainee category for professionals who have completed a degree and have relevant work experience, or the Intern category for those still enrolled in a qualifying degree program. The Specialist category may apply if your expertise is highly specialized, but Trainee is the standard path for health services coordination roles.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Care Coordinator?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form and are legally responsible for monitoring your program. Your U.S. healthcare employer functions as the host site and must cooperate with the sponsor to complete and sign your training plan.
How do I find Care Coordinator positions where the employer is willing to work with a J-1 sponsor?
Not every healthcare employer has experience coordinating with a State Department-designated sponsor organization on training plans and DS-2019 documentation. Migrate Mate lets you search for Care Coordinator roles at U.S. employers that are familiar with the exchange visitor process, reducing the time you spend educating hiring teams about program requirements.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Care Coordinators on J-1 visas?
It depends on your specific placement and funding source. J-1 exchange visitors in health-related fields may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e) if their home country appears on the State Department skills list or if their program is government-funded. Your designated sponsor organization can confirm whether your Care Coordinator role triggers this requirement before you accept an offer.
What does the training plan for a J-1 Care Coordinator position need to include?
The training plan must describe your specific Care Coordinator duties, the skills you'll develop, how your activities connect to your prior education or experience, and your supervision structure. Your host employer co-signs this document with your designated J-1 sponsor. Vague plans that simply list job tasks without explaining the learning objectives are commonly rejected, so work with your host to be specific about measurable outcomes.
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