J-1 Visa Clinic Director Jobs
Clinic Director roles in the U.S. typically qualify for J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Specialist program category, depending on your career stage and host organization. A State Department-designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, while the clinic or healthcare system serves as your host. No lottery, no annual cap.
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Work type: Full-Time
Location:
University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University, Kline School of Law
Job Summary
The Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP) offers an attorney with an interest in clinical teaching and immigration and asylum law the opportunity to refine their teaching and supervisory skills while working together with the clinic director in a law school clinical program. The VAP will work closely with the Director of Federal Litigation and Appeals Clinic to supervise students and provide direct legal services to non-citizens in immigration-related matters. Essential duties include supervising Clinic students’ casework, some direct client representation, and preparing and teaching clinic seminar classes. The VAP may have opportunities to collaborate with faculty and students in the Law School’s other clinics. The VAP can also work on scholarships, attend and participate in faculty workshops, and engage in advocacy and service projects related to the Clinic’s mission.
This is a 12-month, non-tenure track, potentially renewable position at the Law School campus in Philadelphia, PA. The position is expected to begin in the summer of 2026 and continue for one year with the potential option of a renewal for a second year. It does not lead to tenure or permanent appointment.
This position is grant-funded; employment is contingent upon the continued availability of those funds.
Essential Functions
- Supervise students in the Federal Litigation and Appeals Clinic in their casework and advocacy project; co-teach clinic seminar classes; and perform other work related to running the clinical course.
- Provide representation for the clinic’s existing clients along with students, as well as during transitions between semesters and over the summer; conduct intake interviews with prospective clients.
- Coordinate grant reporting information as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a J.D. Degree.
- Minimum of at least one year of experience representing clients, preferably in immigration law matters.
- Must be a licensed attorney in good standing who has an active membership to a bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent trial lawyering skills.
- Proactive communicator with creative, solution-focused orientation, including the ability to work collaboratively with others to develop new ideas and effectively incorporate feedback.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to zealously pursue creative and collaborative legal services and strategies.
- Excellent time management and ability to produce high quality work on tight deadlines.
- Excellent professional judgment.
- Ability to hit the ground working, multi-task, and work independently.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong interest in working on behalf of non-citizens.
- Commitment to working with and mentoring students.
- Successful track record of and a demonstrated commitment to working effectively with diverse and vulnerable client populations.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances, needs, and interests within the clinic and community.
- Proficiency in a second language is preferred but not required.
Physical Demands
- Typically sitting at a desk/table
- Lifting demands: 25lbs
Location
- University City - Philadelphia, PA
Additional Information
This is a Full-Time Faculty position classified as Exempt. The offered salary is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Full-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet or Part-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet.
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
Additional Required Documents:
- A letter of interest that includes discussion of why you are seeking the position and your relevant qualifications and experience.
- A list of 3 references along with contact information.
- Applicants with less than five years of post-law school practice experience should also submit an informal or official law school transcript.
Evaluation of applicants will begin immediately. The deadline for applying is June 30, 2026, though later applications may be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
For further information, contact Professor Richard Frankel, the Associate Dean for Experiential Learning.
Advertised: Jun 3 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jul 3 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Job no: 506786
Work type: Full-Time
Location:
University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University, Kline School of Law
Job Summary
The Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP) offers an attorney with an interest in clinical teaching and immigration and asylum law the opportunity to refine their teaching and supervisory skills while working together with the clinic director in a law school clinical program. The VAP will work closely with the Director of Federal Litigation and Appeals Clinic to supervise students and provide direct legal services to non-citizens in immigration-related matters. Essential duties include supervising Clinic students’ casework, some direct client representation, and preparing and teaching clinic seminar classes. The VAP may have opportunities to collaborate with faculty and students in the Law School’s other clinics. The VAP can also work on scholarships, attend and participate in faculty workshops, and engage in advocacy and service projects related to the Clinic’s mission.
This is a 12-month, non-tenure track, potentially renewable position at the Law School campus in Philadelphia, PA. The position is expected to begin in the summer of 2026 and continue for one year with the potential option of a renewal for a second year. It does not lead to tenure or permanent appointment.
This position is grant-funded; employment is contingent upon the continued availability of those funds.
Essential Functions
- Supervise students in the Federal Litigation and Appeals Clinic in their casework and advocacy project; co-teach clinic seminar classes; and perform other work related to running the clinical course.
- Provide representation for the clinic’s existing clients along with students, as well as during transitions between semesters and over the summer; conduct intake interviews with prospective clients.
- Coordinate grant reporting information as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a J.D. Degree.
- Minimum of at least one year of experience representing clients, preferably in immigration law matters.
- Must be a licensed attorney in good standing who has an active membership to a bar in any U.S. jurisdiction.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent trial lawyering skills.
- Proactive communicator with creative, solution-focused orientation, including the ability to work collaboratively with others to develop new ideas and effectively incorporate feedback.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to zealously pursue creative and collaborative legal services and strategies.
- Excellent time management and ability to produce high quality work on tight deadlines.
- Excellent professional judgment.
- Ability to hit the ground working, multi-task, and work independently.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong interest in working on behalf of non-citizens.
- Commitment to working with and mentoring students.
- Successful track record of and a demonstrated commitment to working effectively with diverse and vulnerable client populations.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances, needs, and interests within the clinic and community.
- Proficiency in a second language is preferred but not required.
Physical Demands
- Typically sitting at a desk/table
- Lifting demands: 25lbs
Location
- University City - Philadelphia, PA
Additional Information
This is a Full-Time Faculty position classified as Exempt. The offered salary is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Full-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet or Part-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet.
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
Additional Required Documents:
- A letter of interest that includes discussion of why you are seeking the position and your relevant qualifications and experience.
- A list of 3 references along with contact information.
- Applicants with less than five years of post-law school practice experience should also submit an informal or official law school transcript.
Evaluation of applicants will begin immediately. The deadline for applying is June 30, 2026, though later applications may be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
For further information, contact Professor Richard Frankel, the Associate Dean for Experiential Learning.
Advertised: Jun 3 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jul 3 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Clinic Director
Document your clinical leadership credentials early
Designated sponsors assess whether your prior training directly prepares you for a director-level role. Gather performance evaluations, licensure records, and letters from supervisors that trace your progression from clinical practice into management before you apply.
Distinguish Trainee from Specialist category eligibility
Trainee status fits early-career professionals within five years of degree completion. Specialist status suits senior clinic directors with established expertise. Choosing the wrong category delays your DS-2019 issuance, so confirm which fits your resume before targeting host organizations.
Use Migrate Mate to identify J-1-aligned clinic employers
Search Migrate Mate to find U.S. healthcare employers and clinic systems with a demonstrated history of hosting international professionals, so you're targeting organizations already familiar with the DS-2019 process and host-organization obligations.
Confirm the host organization's J-1 compliance capacity
Clinic directors require a structured training plan signed by both the sponsor and host. Ask prospective employers whether they've previously worked with a State Department-designated sponsor and whether they have an HR contact experienced in completing host organization agreements.
Map your program duration against the two-year home residency rule
Some J-1 participants in healthcare or government-funded programs are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement after exchange. Determine before accepting an offer whether your funding source or field of study triggers this requirement, as it affects your post-program options.
Submit your training plan with measurable director-level objectives
Designated sponsors scrutinize training plans for roles like Clinic Director to confirm the program goes beyond routine employment. Include specific operational, administrative, and clinical competencies you'll develop, tied to defined milestones and supervision structures the sponsor can evaluate.
Clinic Director J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to a Clinic Director role?
Most Clinic Director candidates qualify under the Trainee category if they're within five years of completing a relevant degree, or the Specialist category if they bring substantial career-level expertise in healthcare administration or clinical management. Physicians seeking director roles at academic medical centers may qualify under the Physician category. Your designated sponsor determines the appropriate category based on your credentials and the host organization's training objectives.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Clinic Director position?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the clinic or health system you'll work for. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form that authorizes your exchange. The employer is your host, and they must agree to the training plan and compliance requirements set by the designated sponsor. You'll need both a host and a sponsor to proceed.
How do I find clinics and health systems open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Most clinics don't advertise J-1 hosting explicitly, so standard job boards rarely surface these opportunities. Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. employers and healthcare organizations with a track record of hosting international professionals, helping you prioritize outreach toward organizations already familiar with the DS-2019 process and host-organization responsibilities rather than starting from scratch.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Clinic Directors on a J-1?
It can. The two-year home-country physical presence requirement applies if your exchange program is funded by a U.S. or home-country government agency, or if your field of study appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List maintained by the State Department. Healthcare administration and clinical management appear on many countries' skills lists. Confirm your specific situation with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, as this requirement limits your ability to change status or apply for immigrant visas after the program.
What does a J-1 training plan need to include for a director-level clinical role?
Your training plan must outline specific competencies you'll develop, not just describe your daily duties. For a Clinic Director, that means detailing administrative skills, operational leadership experience, clinical oversight responsibilities, and supervision arrangements. The designated sponsor reviews this document to confirm the role constitutes a genuine exchange program rather than standard employment. Vague or task-list-style plans are frequently rejected, so tie each objective to a measurable outcome and a defined timeline.