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Electrical Technician roles in the U.S. are accessible through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsors issue your DS-2019 and oversee your structured training plan while you gain hands-on experience with a U.S. host employer in electrical systems, power distribution, or industrial controls.
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TransCore (TCI), a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is seeking a Low Voltage Technician Intern in the Tampa, Florida area. This is a 6-month temporary on-site position. Based on business needs and performance, this position may be converted into a full-time position.
Position Summary:
Low Voltage Technician Intern Program:
This intern program provides hands-on exposure to the operation, maintenance, and integration of low-voltage ITS and tolling systems. Interns begin by supporting utility locates and preventive maintenance, assisting technicians with identifying underground infrastructure, inspecting equipment, and documenting system conditions. The program then advances to ITS and network operations, where interns gain experience with field devices such as CCTV, DMS, detection systems, and tolling equipment, while learning how these systems communicate through Layer 2 and Layer 3 networks. In the final phase, interns focus on toll system operations, assisting with inspections, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of electronic toll collection infrastructure and observing real-time responses to alarms and outages. Together, these phases build a practical understanding of how ITS and toll systems are maintained and kept operational in live transportation environments.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Clean driving record with a valid US driver's license.
- Curious and eager to learn.
- Attention to detail.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The work environment may include frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather conditions, and moving traffic.
TransCore complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities.
INTRODUCTION
TransCore (TCI), a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is seeking a Low Voltage Technician Intern in the Tampa, Florida area. This is a 6-month temporary on-site position. Based on business needs and performance, this position may be converted into a full-time position.
Position Summary:
Low Voltage Technician Intern Program:
This intern program provides hands-on exposure to the operation, maintenance, and integration of low-voltage ITS and tolling systems. Interns begin by supporting utility locates and preventive maintenance, assisting technicians with identifying underground infrastructure, inspecting equipment, and documenting system conditions. The program then advances to ITS and network operations, where interns gain experience with field devices such as CCTV, DMS, detection systems, and tolling equipment, while learning how these systems communicate through Layer 2 and Layer 3 networks. In the final phase, interns focus on toll system operations, assisting with inspections, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of electronic toll collection infrastructure and observing real-time responses to alarms and outages. Together, these phases build a practical understanding of how ITS and toll systems are maintained and kept operational in live transportation environments.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Clean driving record with a valid US driver's license.
- Curious and eager to learn.
- Attention to detail.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The work environment may include frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather conditions, and moving traffic.
TransCore complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Electrical Technician
Document your electrical training plan early
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed Training Plan (DS-7002) outlining specific skills you'll develop, such as PLC programming, conduit installation, or power systems diagnostics. Prepare this before approaching any host employer to avoid delays.
Confirm your program category matches your status
If you're currently enrolled in an electrical engineering or technology program, the Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past 12 months or are an early-career technician, the Trainee category covers you for up to 18 months.
Search for host employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers actively hosting J-1 exchange visitors in electrical and technical roles. Filtering by industry and role type saves time compared to searching general job boards where J-1 context is rarely specified.
Verify host employers carry adequate liability coverage
Designated sponsors require host organizations to maintain workers' compensation and liability insurance covering J-1 trainees. Ask prospective employers for confirmation before your sponsor finalizes the placement and issues your DS-2019.
Check O*NET to align your training objectives
Use O*NET to identify the specific tasks, tools, and competencies listed under Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technicians. Matching your DS-7002 training objectives to O*NET benchmarks strengthens your application with the designated sponsor.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement upfront
Electrical Technician trainees from certain countries or government-funded backgrounds may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement before changing to H-1B or green card status. Confirm your eligibility with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer.
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Find Electrical Technician JobsElectrical Technician J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Electrical Technician roles?
The Trainee category covers early-career electrical technicians who have graduated within the past 12 months or have relevant work experience in lieu of a degree. Current students enrolled in an electrical technology or engineering program qualify under the Intern category instead. The distinction matters because each category has different maximum duration limits and training plan requirements set by the designated sponsor.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as an Electrical Technician?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, not your host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, reviews and signs your Training Plan (DS-7002), and monitors your compliance throughout the program. The U.S. employer you work with is called the host organization and is responsible for providing the structured training experience.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host J-1 Electrical Technicians?
Most general job boards don't filter roles by J-1 host eligibility, which makes targeted searching difficult. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for U.S. employers and roles aligned with J-1 exchange visitor sponsorship, including technical and electrical positions. From there you can approach employers directly with your credentials and connect them with a designated sponsor to handle the DS-2019 and training plan process.
Does the J-1 Trainee program cover industrial or construction electrical work?
Yes, but the training plan must be skills-based and tied to professional development, not routine production work. Roles involving PLC programming, power distribution systems, electrical diagnostics, or industrial controls typically qualify. Work that consists primarily of general labor or repetitive tasks without a structured learning objective is unlikely to be approved by the designated sponsor. Your DS-7002 must clearly distinguish training objectives from standard job duties.
Can the two-year home residency requirement affect my plans after the J-1 program?
Yes. If you received funding from your home country's government, are a national of a country on the State Department's skills list, or work in a field designated as specialized knowledge, you may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement. This prevents you from changing to H-1B or permanent resident status without first returning home or obtaining a waiver. USCIS and the State Department both have published guidance on which situations trigger this requirement.
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