J-1 Visa Compliance Analyst Jobs

Compliance Analyst roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through J-1 sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsor organizations issue your DS-2019 and oversee your training plan, while your host employer manages day-to-day work.

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Overview

Open Jobs48+
Top Visa TypeJ-1
Work Type85% On-site
Median Salary$39K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsBank of China USA

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Churchill Downs Inc.
Compliance Analyst - Intern
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Churchill Downs Inc.
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Compliance Analyst - Intern
Churchill Downs Inc.
New Orleans, Louisiana
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Audit
Tax
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Ensono, LLC
Security Compliance Analyst-Intern
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Ensono, LLC
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Security Compliance Analyst-Intern
Ensono, LLC
Remote
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
$41,600/yr
Remote (US)
Other

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WHOOP
AI Risk & Compliance Analyst
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WHOOP
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AI Risk & Compliance Analyst
WHOOP
Boston, Massachusetts
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
Audit
Tax
$135,000/yr
On-Site
6+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Cedar Point
Compliance, Auditing & Analyst Internships
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Cedar Point
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Compliance, Auditing & Analyst Internships
Cedar Point
Sandusky, Ohio
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Business Operations
Audit
$13/hr - $15/hr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Six Flags Over Georgia
Compliance, Auditing & Analyst Internships
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Six Flags Over Georgia
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Compliance, Auditing & Analyst Internships
Six Flags Over Georgia
Sandusky, Ohio
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Audit
$27,104 - $31,200/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Tips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Compliance Analyst

Build a training plan before applying

Designated sponsors require a detailed training plan outlining your compliance learning objectives, rotation schedule, and supervision structure. Draft this document before outreach so host employers can see you're prepared to move quickly through the DS-2019 process.

Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility early

The J-1 Intern category applies if you're currently enrolled in a degree program. Trainee status fits those with a degree plus at least one year of relevant compliance work experience. Applying under the wrong category causes delays and can trigger DS-2019 rejection.

Target host employers with existing compliance functions

Financial institutions, healthcare networks, and publicly traded companies maintain dedicated compliance teams and are familiar with hosting exchange visitors. Search Migrate Mate to find roles at U.S. employers whose compliance departments align with your regulatory background.

Verify your role clears the home residency requirement

Government-funded or skills-transfer exchange programs can trigger a two-year home residency requirement after your J-1 ends. Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your specific compliance placement is subject to this requirement before accepting any offer.

Request your LCA copy from the host employer

Even though J-1 is not employer-sponsored like H-1B, your host employer may still file a Labor Condition Application with DOL if prevailing wage compliance is part of the program conditions. Ask for this documentation before your DS-2019 is finalized to avoid last-minute gaps.

Confirm the sponsor's program duration limits upfront

J-1 Trainees in business and finance fields are capped at 18 months. Negotiate your training plan timeline and any extension terms with both the host employer and designated sponsor before signing, so your program period matches the compliance rotation your employer intends.

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Compliance Analyst J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Which J-1 program category applies to Compliance Analyst positions?

Most Compliance Analyst placements fall under the J-1 Trainee category, which is designed for foreign nationals who hold a degree and have at least one year of professional compliance experience. Current students pursuing a finance, law, or business degree may qualify under the J-1 Intern category instead. Your designated sponsor, not your host employer, determines which category applies based on your background and proposed training objectives.

Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a Compliance Analyst role?

The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT. This organization issues your DS-2019 form, approves your training plan, and monitors your program compliance. Your host employer, the company where you perform compliance work, is not your visa sponsor. Conflating the two can cause confusion when negotiating offer terms and program timelines.

How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 Compliance Analyst?

Most compliance roles with J-1 hosting capacity sit inside regulated industries where employer familiarity with exchange visitor requirements is higher. Use Migrate Mate to search for Compliance Analyst positions at host employers whose teams and hiring history align with your regulatory specialization, whether that's AML, FCPA, healthcare compliance, or financial services oversight.

Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Compliance Analyst J-1 placements?

It can. The two-year home residency requirement applies when your J-1 program is funded by your home government or the U.S. government, or when your skills are listed on your country's Exchange Visitor Skills List. Compliance analysis in financial regulation or anti-corruption may fall into skills-transfer categories. Confirm your exposure with your designated sponsor before finalizing any program agreement, since the requirement affects all subsequent U.S. visa and green card eligibility.

Can a Compliance Analyst on J-1 change host employers mid-program?

Changing host employers mid-program requires your designated sponsor's written approval and an amended DS-2019 reflecting the new host organization and revised training plan. The new employer must agree to the same program terms and supervision obligations as the original host. If the change substantially alters your training objectives or supervision structure, your sponsor may require a full program restart rather than a simple amendment.

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