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Get Access To All JobsAre you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.
Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:
$15.81 - $28.45
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Monday through Friday
Scheduled Hours:
9am to 5pm
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
0
Cost Center:
99940 - 5822 Performance Reporting
This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community, and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
The internship begins in May 2026 and is expected to run for a minimum duration of 12 months.
As the region’s largest health care provider, UMass Memorial is interested in helping college students develop a career in health care. We believe every job matters in the care of our patients. The UMass Memorial Career P.A.T.H. (Professional Administrative Tracks in Health Care) Internship Program’s goal is to provide an interesting, structured learning experience to prepare students for success as an administrative professional.
Interns will be introduced to UMass Memorial and the variety of experiences and careers we have to offer and will also have the opportunity to network with other students interested in a rewarding career in health care.
Major Responsibilities:
-
Under direct supervision performs a variety of projects or one large project in accordance with specific instructions and established work procedures. This position is for a graduate college level student who is hired to support management with projects plans and related activities. May require taking a lead role in a project or working on a team that is leading project. Receives project guidelines/instructions from management and delivers within the scope of their responsibility a finalized product.
-
Participates in department activities as required and provides support as needed which may include analysis and research.
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
-
Requires a Bachelor’s Degree
-
Ability to work independently
Preferred:
- Some areas may require a student to be enrolled in a graduate school program
Experience/Skills:
Required:
-
Ability to work well with public and staff, and as a team member.
-
Requires excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
-
Excellent problem-solving skills and a demonstration of emerging leadership skills.
-
Must be able to follow instructions with minimal supervision.
-
Good research skills and willingness to learn new skills and the ability to pay close attention to detail and produce high-quality work is a must.
-
Must have good computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office programs.
Unless certification, licensure, or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community, and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status, or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.
Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:
$15.81 - $28.45
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Monday through Friday
Scheduled Hours:
9am to 5pm
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
0
Cost Center:
99940 - 5822 Performance Reporting
This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community, and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
The internship begins in May 2026 and is expected to run for a minimum duration of 12 months.
As the region’s largest health care provider, UMass Memorial is interested in helping college students develop a career in health care. We believe every job matters in the care of our patients. The UMass Memorial Career P.A.T.H. (Professional Administrative Tracks in Health Care) Internship Program’s goal is to provide an interesting, structured learning experience to prepare students for success as an administrative professional.
Interns will be introduced to UMass Memorial and the variety of experiences and careers we have to offer and will also have the opportunity to network with other students interested in a rewarding career in health care.
Major Responsibilities:
-
Under direct supervision performs a variety of projects or one large project in accordance with specific instructions and established work procedures. This position is for a graduate college level student who is hired to support management with projects plans and related activities. May require taking a lead role in a project or working on a team that is leading project. Receives project guidelines/instructions from management and delivers within the scope of their responsibility a finalized product.
-
Participates in department activities as required and provides support as needed which may include analysis and research.
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
-
Requires a Bachelor’s Degree
-
Ability to work independently
Preferred:
- Some areas may require a student to be enrolled in a graduate school program
Experience/Skills:
Required:
-
Ability to work well with public and staff, and as a team member.
-
Requires excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
-
Excellent problem-solving skills and a demonstration of emerging leadership skills.
-
Must be able to follow instructions with minimal supervision.
-
Good research skills and willingness to learn new skills and the ability to pay close attention to detail and produce high-quality work is a must.
-
Must have good computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office programs.
Unless certification, licensure, or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community, and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status, or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Data Science Lead
Verify your DS-2019 program category early
Data Science Lead roles typically fall under the J-1 Trainee or Research Scholar category depending on your experience level. Confirm which category your background qualifies for before targeting host employers, since each has different training plan requirements and maximum duration limits.
Document your specialized technical credentials precisely
Designated J-1 sponsors require evidence that your data science expertise cannot be obtained in your home country. Compile publications, model deployment records, or proprietary system credits that demonstrate advanced specialization in machine learning, statistical modeling, or large-scale analytics pipelines.
Target host employers with established international research programs
Universities, national laboratories, and enterprise R&D divisions are most experienced operating as J-1 host organizations. Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. Data Science Lead roles at employers whose hiring patterns reflect ongoing international exchange and research collaboration.
Understand the two-year home residency requirement upfront
Some J-1 participants from certain countries or government-funded programs must return home for two years before changing to most other U.S. visa categories. Identify your applicability before accepting an offer, since it directly affects any long-term U.S. career plan.
Align your training plan with OFLC Wage Search prevailing wage data
Your designated sponsor's training plan must reflect compensation at or above the prevailing wage for your role and location. Pull current figures from OFLC Wage Search for the Data Science Lead SOC code before your host employer drafts the DS-7002 training plan.
Clarify host employer obligations before signing an offer
The host employer is responsible for insurance coverage, worksite supervision, and complying with the training plan terms set by the designated sponsor. Confirm that your prospective employer understands these obligations during the offer stage, not after your DS-2019 is issued.
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Find Data Science Lead JobsData Science Lead J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Data Science Lead role?
It depends on your career stage. The J-1 Trainee category fits professionals who completed a degree or post-secondary training within the past 12 months and are seeking structured on-the-job development. The Research Scholar category fits experienced data scientists engaged in formal research at a university, think tank, or corporate R&D lab. Specialist and Government Visitor categories apply in narrower contexts tied to specific organizational missions.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a data science professional?
The J-1 visa sponsor is not your employer. It is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as IIE, CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or a university with sponsoring authority. That organization issues your DS-2019 form and is legally responsible for your program compliance. Your host employer, the company where you work, partners with that sponsor but does not hold sponsoring authority itself.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 Data Science Lead?
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers advertising Data Science Lead roles with J-1 visa compatibility. Host employers in this field tend to be research universities, federal contractors, and enterprise analytics divisions with prior international hiring experience. Once you identify a strong match, you and the employer jointly approach a designated sponsor to initiate the DS-2019 process.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to data scientists?
It can. The two-year home residency requirement applies if your J-1 program was funded by your home country or the U.S. government, or if your home country has designated your field as one requiring return. Data science and applied AI roles may qualify as skills in short supply in certain countries, triggering the requirement. Check your DS-2019 and your country's exchange visitor skills list before assuming you are exempt.
What documents does a host employer need to support a J-1 Trainee application for a data science role?
The host employer must complete a DS-7002 Training or Internship Placement Plan detailing your specific learning objectives, supervision structure, and skill benchmarks. For a Data Science Lead position, this typically includes defined milestones around model development, team mentorship, and analytical deliverables. The designated sponsor reviews and countersigns the DS-7002 before issuing the DS-2019, so the plan must be detailed and role-specific, not generic.
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