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Developer Relations Engineer roles in the U.S. are accessible to exchange visitors through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Research Scholar program categories. Designated sponsor organizations issue your DS-2019, while the tech company or research institution acts as your host. No lottery, no annual cap.
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Assistant Professor of International Relations
Classification Minimum Requirements
- Ph.D. in Political Science (or a closely related field) by time of appointment.
- Evidence of high-quality scholarship or strong potential for publication in leading peer-reviewed journals of political science and international relations.
- Ability to teach effectively at the graduate and undergraduate levels, including core courses in international relations.
Job Description
The Department of Political Science at the University of Florida invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in International Relations, to begin in August 2026. This is a broad search seeking scholars of exceptional promise in any area of IR.
Expected Salary
The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Political Science (or a closely related field) by time of appointment.
- Evidence of high-quality scholarship or strong potential for publication in leading peer-reviewed journals of political science and international relations.
- Ability to teach effectively at the graduate and undergraduate levels, including core courses in international relations.
Preferred
We are especially interested in candidates whose work engages with International Organizations, International Institutions and International Relations theory, but scholars in all IR research areas are encouraged to apply. We particularly encourage applications from scholars whose work combines strong theoretical contributions with rigorous empirical analysis and engages broader debates in international politics.
Special Instructions To Applicants
For full consideration, applicants must submit an application along with:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of research interests
- Statement of teaching interests/philosophy
- Three confidential letters of recommendation
All candidates for employment are subject to a per-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education. The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside the United States require an evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org at the applicant's expense. The selection process will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida's Government in the Sunshine and Public Records Laws. If an accommodation due to disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Applications will be reviewed beginning October 24 and will continue until the position is filled.
Health Assessment Required: No
Classification Title
Assistant Professor of International Relations
Classification Minimum Requirements
- Ph.D. in Political Science (or a closely related field) by time of appointment.
- Evidence of high-quality scholarship or strong potential for publication in leading peer-reviewed journals of political science and international relations.
- Ability to teach effectively at the graduate and undergraduate levels, including core courses in international relations.
Job Description
The Department of Political Science at the University of Florida invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in International Relations, to begin in August 2026. This is a broad search seeking scholars of exceptional promise in any area of IR.
Expected Salary
The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Political Science (or a closely related field) by time of appointment.
- Evidence of high-quality scholarship or strong potential for publication in leading peer-reviewed journals of political science and international relations.
- Ability to teach effectively at the graduate and undergraduate levels, including core courses in international relations.
Preferred
We are especially interested in candidates whose work engages with International Organizations, International Institutions and International Relations theory, but scholars in all IR research areas are encouraged to apply. We particularly encourage applications from scholars whose work combines strong theoretical contributions with rigorous empirical analysis and engages broader debates in international politics.
Special Instructions To Applicants
For full consideration, applicants must submit an application along with:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of research interests
- Statement of teaching interests/philosophy
- Three confidential letters of recommendation
All candidates for employment are subject to a per-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education. The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside the United States require an evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org at the applicant's expense. The selection process will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida's Government in the Sunshine and Public Records Laws. If an accommodation due to disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Applications will be reviewed beginning October 24 and will continue until the position is filled.
Health Assessment Required: No
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Developer Relations Engineer
Align your background to J-1 categories
The Trainee category fits professionals within five years of degree completion or relevant work. If your DevRel role is research-oriented, the Research Scholar category may apply. Confirm your eligibility window before targeting host employers.
Document developer advocacy work concretely
Designated sponsors and host employers assess your training plan against your actual experience. Compile evidence of technical writing, open-source contributions, conference talks, and SDK documentation to demonstrate you meet the specialty standard.
Target employers with established exchange visitor programs
Use Migrate Mate to filter Developer Relations Engineer roles at U.S. tech companies and research institutions that have a history of hosting J-1 exchange visitors, so you're not educating a hiring team about the program from scratch.
Request a training plan draft before accepting an offer
Your DS-2019 requires a detailed training plan signed by the host employer. Ask the hiring team to outline specific learning objectives and mentorship structures during late-stage interviews, not after you've accepted.
Check your country for the home residency requirement
Some J-1 Trainee and Research Scholar participants from specific countries, or those funded by their home government, face a two-year home residency requirement. Verify your status before committing to a host employer if you intend to pursue an H-1B visa or green card afterward.
Verify host employer English-language tech infrastructure
J-1 Trainee and Research Scholar regulations require that your host can provide structured training in English. For DevRel roles, confirm the employer runs English-language developer documentation, community forums, or SDK programs that form a legitimate training environment.
Developer Relations Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Developer Relations Engineer role?
It depends on your career stage. Current students or recent graduates within 12 months of degree completion typically qualify under the Intern category. Professionals within five years of graduation or relevant full-time work qualify under the Trainee category. If your DevRel role is embedded in academic or institutional research, the Research Scholar category may apply, though that requires a host affiliation with a university or research institute.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Developer Relations Engineer?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or IIE, that issues your DS-2019 form and monitors your program compliance. Your tech company or research institution is the host employer, not the legal visa sponsor. The host provides the training environment and signs the training plan, but cannot issue the DS-2019 on its own.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 DevRel engineer?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Developer Relations Engineer positions at companies that have experience hosting J-1 exchange visitors. Many tech employers are unfamiliar with the J-1 host process, so targeting those already familiar with the DS-2019 and training plan requirements saves significant time during the offer stage.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Developer Relations Engineer J-1 participants?
It can. The requirement applies if your exchange program was funded by your home government or a U.S. government agency, or if your home country appears on the State Department's skills list. If triggered, you must return home for two years before changing to H-1B or permanent resident status. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before signing a training plan.
What goes into the training plan a host employer signs for a J-1 DevRel role?
The training plan must describe specific skills you'll acquire, the timeline for each phase, your supervisor's qualifications, and how the training advances your career in developer advocacy or related technical fields. Vague plans citing general software exposure are routinely rejected by designated sponsors. Host employers should detail activities like SDK onboarding, technical documentation workflows, developer community program management, and public speaking engagements with measurable milestones.