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DevOps roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program category, depending on whether you're currently enrolled or recently graduated. Finding a host employer willing to coordinate J-1 sponsorship through a designated sponsor organization is the key step. Migrate Mate helps you identify those opportunities.
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Are you career-focused and capable of driving continuous improvement in every aspect of our business? Do you want to work for an organization that values you as an individual and is genuinely invested in you to develop your skills to become a future leader? If so, apply to become the latest participant in Apex Tool Group’s Supply Chain and Operations Leadership Development Program!
The Supply Chain & Operations Leadership Development Program at Apex Tool Group (ATG) is a 2-year program starting in June 2027 that develops individuals by providing work assignments in multiple areas and functions. The program accelerates the development of recent college graduates through mentorship, training, and stretch assignments that prepare them for leadership roles at ATG. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding and knowledge of ATG’s products, markets, operations, and customer base.
The first rotation of the program will be based in Jonesboro, Arkansas, where participants will gain hands-on experience and build a strong foundation in Supply Chain and Operations. In year two, participants will have the opportunity to continue their development through one of the rotational locations outlined below, gaining exposure to additional functions, teams, and areas of the business.
Responsibilities
Program Objectives
The Supply Chain & Operations Leadership Development Program provides participants with exposure to different facets of the business, our products, and customers to prepare them for leadership roles and responsibilities upon completion of the program.
In addition, the Supply Chain & Operations Leadership Development Program aims to:
- Provide realistic job previews and functional exposure within Supply Chain and Operations
- Challenge high-potential participants with stretch assignments, which accelerate the development.
- Allow participants to contribute to the company’s strategic vision through value-adding assignments.
Program Structure
While in the two-year program, participants will move through four roles in at least two locations. Our goal is to provide participants with an opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the day-to-day operations of the position, work on projects that are value add, and develop relationships with peers and leadership at the site. Assignments are established based on prior experience, education, participant preference, and business need.
Possible assignments include roles in:
- Materials
- Manufacturing
- Quality
- Analytics
- Procurement
- Engineering
- Supervision
- Operational Excellence (OpEx)
- Planning
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Distribution
Possible Locations
- Apex, NC
- Charlotte, NC
- Jonesboro, AR
- Lexington, SC
- Dayton, OH
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Analytics, or a related field
- Must have 3.0 GPA at the time of graduation
- Ability to be mobile during the program
- Ability to work in person as required by program rotations
- Well-rounded business acumen
- Previous leadership experience in an academic, athletic, or work setting
- Previous internship experience in a Supply Chain or role
ATG will:
- Foster Your Career Growth with diverse rotational opportunities, exposure to executive leadership, and expansive learning experiences.
- Empower Your Learning through hands-on mentorship and participation in cross-functional projects.
- Support Your Development with tailored technical training and leadership education programs.
- Enhance Your Network with specialized training and cross-company networking opportunities.
- Provide Competitive Benefits with paid relocation assistance, over 2 weeks of vacation, and a comprehensive benefits package.
INTRODUCTION
Are you career-focused and capable of driving continuous improvement in every aspect of our business? Do you want to work for an organization that values you as an individual and is genuinely invested in you to develop your skills to become a future leader? If so, apply to become the latest participant in Apex Tool Group’s Supply Chain and Operations Leadership Development Program!
The Supply Chain & Operations Leadership Development Program at Apex Tool Group (ATG) is a 2-year program starting in June 2027 that develops individuals by providing work assignments in multiple areas and functions. The program accelerates the development of recent college graduates through mentorship, training, and stretch assignments that prepare them for leadership roles at ATG. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding and knowledge of ATG’s products, markets, operations, and customer base.
The first rotation of the program will be based in Jonesboro, Arkansas, where participants will gain hands-on experience and build a strong foundation in Supply Chain and Operations. In year two, participants will have the opportunity to continue their development through one of the rotational locations outlined below, gaining exposure to additional functions, teams, and areas of the business.
Responsibilities
Program Objectives
The Supply Chain & Operations Leadership Development Program provides participants with exposure to different facets of the business, our products, and customers to prepare them for leadership roles and responsibilities upon completion of the program.
In addition, the Supply Chain & Operations Leadership Development Program aims to:
- Provide realistic job previews and functional exposure within Supply Chain and Operations
- Challenge high-potential participants with stretch assignments, which accelerate the development.
- Allow participants to contribute to the company’s strategic vision through value-adding assignments.
Program Structure
While in the two-year program, participants will move through four roles in at least two locations. Our goal is to provide participants with an opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the day-to-day operations of the position, work on projects that are value add, and develop relationships with peers and leadership at the site. Assignments are established based on prior experience, education, participant preference, and business need.
Possible assignments include roles in:
- Materials
- Manufacturing
- Quality
- Analytics
- Procurement
- Engineering
- Supervision
- Operational Excellence (OpEx)
- Planning
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Distribution
Possible Locations
- Apex, NC
- Charlotte, NC
- Jonesboro, AR
- Lexington, SC
- Dayton, OH
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Analytics, or a related field
- Must have 3.0 GPA at the time of graduation
- Ability to be mobile during the program
- Ability to work in person as required by program rotations
- Well-rounded business acumen
- Previous leadership experience in an academic, athletic, or work setting
- Previous internship experience in a Supply Chain or role
ATG will:
- Foster Your Career Growth with diverse rotational opportunities, exposure to executive leadership, and expansive learning experiences.
- Empower Your Learning through hands-on mentorship and participation in cross-functional projects.
- Support Your Development with tailored technical training and leadership education programs.
- Enhance Your Network with specialized training and cross-company networking opportunities.
- Provide Competitive Benefits with paid relocation assistance, over 2 weeks of vacation, and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in DevOps
Align your training plan with DevOps workflows
Your DS-2019 training plan must map your daily tasks to specific skills like CI/CD pipeline management, containerization, or infrastructure-as-code. Vague objectives get flagged by designated sponsors during DS-2019 review, so draft it with concrete deliverables before approaching host employers.
Target host employers with existing J-1 infrastructure
Companies that have previously hosted J-1 trainees already understand the DS-2019 process, training plan requirements, and designated sponsor coordination. Filtering your search by employers with that track record on Migrate Mate cuts your outreach time significantly.
Confirm the two-year home residency requirement applies to you
Trainee and Intern categories typically avoid the two-year home residency requirement, but your country of nationality and program funding source can trigger it. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since it affects your ability to change visa status later.
Distinguish between Intern and Trainee categories before applying
J-1 Intern is for current students or those who graduated within 12 months. Trainee is for professionals with a degree plus one year of experience, or five years of work experience without a degree. Applying under the wrong category causes DS-2019 rejection from your designated sponsor.
Verify your offer letter satisfies USCIS program requirements
Your host employer's offer letter must specify your role title, the DevOps skills you'll develop, duration, and compensation. USCIS and your designated sponsor cross-check this against your training plan, so mismatches between the two documents delay or block DS-2019 issuance.
Use O*NET to document your occupation before filing
Your designated sponsor will reference Standard Occupational Classification codes when reviewing your training plan. Pull the DevOps or systems administrator profile from O*NET to match your task descriptions to recognized occupational language, which strengthens your DS-2019 submission.
DevOps J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to DevOps roles?
Most DevOps professionals enter on the J-1 Trainee category, which requires a degree plus at least one year of relevant work experience outside the United States, or five years of DevOps experience without a degree. Current students or recent graduates within 12 months of completing a degree use the J-1 Intern category instead. Your designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 and confirms which category fits your background.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a DevOps position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT. These organizations issue your DS-2019 form, review your training plan, and monitor program compliance. The tech company hosting you is the host employer, not the visa sponsor. Conflating the two roles causes confusion when negotiating offers, since the host employer coordinates with the designated sponsor but does not file the visa independently.
How do I find DevOps host employers that are set up for J-1 sponsorship?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces U.S. employers and DevOps roles aligned with J-1 sponsorship. Host employers who have worked with designated sponsors before are better positioned to complete the required training plan paperwork and coordinate DS-2019 issuance on a predictable timeline. Cold outreach to companies with no J-1 history often stalls at the internal HR approval stage.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect DevOps trainees?
It can, depending on your country of nationality and whether your training is funded by a home-country government or international organization. Many Trainee and Intern participants are exempt, but if the requirement applies, you cannot change to H-1B visa or most other nonimmigrant statuses, or apply for a green card, without first returning home for two years or obtaining a waiver. Confirm your eligibility with your designated sponsor before signing an offer.
What should a DevOps training plan include to satisfy the designated sponsor?
Your training plan must specify the phase-by-phase skills you will develop, the tools and platforms involved such as Kubernetes, Terraform, or Jenkins, and measurable objectives for each phase. Designated sponsors reject generic plans that list job duties without tying them to skill acquisition goals. Your host employer and designated sponsor typically co-develop this document, so align on the structure early in the offer process.