J-1 Visa Design Project Manager Jobs
Design Project Manager roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Specialist program category. A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while the architecture, interior design, or product firm you join acts as your host employer.
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At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.
Job Description
What you’ll do
You'll help create meaningful, human-centered experiences that bring humanity to financial products and services. Design plays a vital role in how we serve our customers and shape the future of their financial well-being. Through three ten-month rotations, you'll build foundational design skills while contributing to real work that makes a difference for the people and communities we serve.
As an Experience Design Rotation Program Analyst, you’ll:
- Get hands-on experience in a variety of design roles including discovery, product design and inclusive design
- Enhance your design integrity understanding and learn the nuances of user experience related to digital practices
- Develop technical and business acumen through training, mentorship, and exposure to senior executives
- Build a supportive community of peers through a variety of cohort strengthening activities such as social events, development workshops, and catered insight to support your transition from college to the workforce
- Give back to the communities where we live and work
Who we’re looking for
We're looking for curious and creative problem solvers who enjoy simplifying customer experiences and imagining the future of banking. Successful candidates are eager to learn multiple roles and functions within Customer Centricity and Design while building the skills, perspectives, and relationships that support a successful career in experience design.
Basic qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree completed between December 2026 or Spring 2027
- Basic understanding of digital communication and design principles
- Ability to start development program on July 12, 2027
Preferred qualifications:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
- Ability to think and work independently within a professional setting
- Interest in web and app design
- Prioritizes leveraging data, artificial intelligence, and technology solutions to improve business processes and decision-making
- Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Flexibility to work within a multi-discipline team and receive dynamic on-the-job training
- Highly organized; ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
- Familiarity with Microsoft apps such as Figma, Adobe XD and/or Sketch
Working model and hours:
This role follows U.S. Bank's hybrid work model, with employees expected to work from a U.S. Bank location at least 60% of the time and flexibility to work remotely the remainder of the time.
The application process
If you are interested in applying and learning more, click on the Apply Now icon to submit your application. Most applications will be closed on October 3rd.
If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.
Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
- Basic term and optional term life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Pregnancy disability and parental leave
- 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
- Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
- Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
- Adoption assistance
- Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Review our full benefits available by employment status here.
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
E-Verify
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $71,400.00 - $84,000.00
U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.
INTRODUCTION
At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.
Job Description
What you’ll do
You'll help create meaningful, human-centered experiences that bring humanity to financial products and services. Design plays a vital role in how we serve our customers and shape the future of their financial well-being. Through three ten-month rotations, you'll build foundational design skills while contributing to real work that makes a difference for the people and communities we serve.
As an Experience Design Rotation Program Analyst, you’ll:
- Get hands-on experience in a variety of design roles including discovery, product design and inclusive design
- Enhance your design integrity understanding and learn the nuances of user experience related to digital practices
- Develop technical and business acumen through training, mentorship, and exposure to senior executives
- Build a supportive community of peers through a variety of cohort strengthening activities such as social events, development workshops, and catered insight to support your transition from college to the workforce
- Give back to the communities where we live and work
Who we’re looking for
We're looking for curious and creative problem solvers who enjoy simplifying customer experiences and imagining the future of banking. Successful candidates are eager to learn multiple roles and functions within Customer Centricity and Design while building the skills, perspectives, and relationships that support a successful career in experience design.
Basic qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree completed between December 2026 or Spring 2027
- Basic understanding of digital communication and design principles
- Ability to start development program on July 12, 2027
Preferred qualifications:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
- Ability to think and work independently within a professional setting
- Interest in web and app design
- Prioritizes leveraging data, artificial intelligence, and technology solutions to improve business processes and decision-making
- Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Flexibility to work within a multi-discipline team and receive dynamic on-the-job training
- Highly organized; ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
- Familiarity with Microsoft apps such as Figma, Adobe XD and/or Sketch
Working model and hours:
This role follows U.S. Bank's hybrid work model, with employees expected to work from a U.S. Bank location at least 60% of the time and flexibility to work remotely the remainder of the time.
The application process
If you are interested in applying and learning more, click on the Apply Now icon to submit your application. Most applications will be closed on October 3rd.
If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.
Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
- Basic term and optional term life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Pregnancy disability and parental leave
- 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
- Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
- Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
- Adoption assistance
- Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Review our full benefits available by employment status here.
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
E-Verify
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $71,400.00 - $84,000.00
U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Design Project Manager
Align your portfolio to specialty occupation standards
J-1 visa Trainee and Specialist categories require a clear connection between your degree and your proposed U.S. role. Frame your design portfolio around project management deliverables, not just creative output, so the designated sponsor can map your background to an approvable training plan.
Verify your host employer uses a recognized training plan format
Ask prospective employers whether they've hosted J-1 Trainees or Specialists before. The designated sponsor requires a detailed training plan outlining phases, objectives, and supervision structure. Employers unfamiliar with this document often cause delays at the DS-2019 issuance stage.
Search Migrate Mate to find design firms with J-1 hosting history
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. design, architecture, and product development employers that have previously hosted international professionals. Targeting firms with prior J-1 experience shortens the onboarding process because the designated sponsor already has a compliance relationship with them.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Design Project Manager roles sponsored under the Specialist or Trainee category may trigger the two-year home residency requirement if your program is government-funded or your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Confirm your status before accepting an offer to avoid H-1B visa or green card complications later.
Confirm the host employer can satisfy prevailing wage obligations
The designated sponsor and the DOL both require that your compensation meets prevailing wage standards for your metro area and role. Use the OFLC Wage Search and cross-reference O*NET to confirm that Design Project Manager wages in your target city align with what the host employer is prepared to pay.
Time your DS-2019 request around your program start date
Designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas or AIPT typically need four to eight weeks to issue a DS-2019 after receiving a completed training plan from the host employer. Build this window into your offer negotiation so your visa interview appointment can be scheduled without pushing back your start date.
Design Project Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Design Project Manager role?
Most Design Project Managers enter the United States under the J-1 Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee applies if you graduated within the past 12 months or have under five years of post-degree experience. Specialist applies when you have substantial expertise in a defined field, such as design management or built-environment coordination, and your role requires that specialized knowledge rather than general training.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Design Project Manager?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form that authorizes your exchange visitor status. The architecture or design firm that hires you is the host employer. These are two separate entities with distinct legal responsibilities, and your offer letter comes from the host, not the sponsor.
How do I find U.S. design firms that are open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers in architecture, product design, and interior design who have previously worked with international professionals. Firms with prior J-1 hosting experience already understand the training plan requirements and have an established relationship with a designated sponsor, which significantly reduces the administrative burden on both sides during the onboarding process.
What documentation does a Design Project Manager need before a designated sponsor can issue the DS-2019?
You'll need a signed job offer or host agreement, a completed training plan that maps your role's phases and objectives, proof of your design-related degree or equivalent experience, and evidence of health insurance meeting J-1 program minimums. The designated sponsor reviews all of this before issuing the DS-2019. Missing or vague training plans are the most common reason issuance is delayed for design roles.
Does the J-1 two-year home residency requirement apply to Design Project Managers?
It depends on your specific circumstances. The two-year home residency requirement is triggered if your J-1 program is financed by your home government or the U.S. government, or if your home country is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List and your field appears on that list. Design project management is not universally listed, but you should confirm your country's status with the designated sponsor before signing any offer, since the requirement affects future H-1B and green card eligibility.