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Electronic Engineer roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa under the Trainee or Research Scholar program category, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsor organizations issue the DS-2019 and oversee your placement, while the U.S. employer serves as your host. Finding a host with J-1 sponsorship experience is the first practical hurdle.
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KBR is seeking an Electronic Warfare Knowledge Graph & AI Analytics Intern to support unclassified research in knowledge management, AI, and decision support for Test & Evaluation (T&E). This internship focuses on developing a multi-domain EW knowledge graph that connects systems, test facilities, ranges, laboratories, tools, and analysis frameworks into a semantic, queryable structure.
The intern will work with Python-based NLP tools and graph database technologies to ingest unclassified data from public sources and build a prototype semantic search capability for analysts and engineers.
Responsibilities
- Define and implement an EW-focused ontology and data schema
- Develop NLP pipelines for entity and relationship extraction
- Build and populate a graph database with unclassified data
- Create semantic search and visualization capabilities
- Deliver a prototype demo, documentation, and roadmap
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field
- Experience with Python programming
- Interest in AI, data analytics, or knowledge representation
- Ability to communicate technical results clearly
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Exposure to NLP, graph databases, or data modeling
- Interest in electronic warfare or defense systems
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
INTRODUCTION
KBR is seeking an Electronic Warfare Knowledge Graph & AI Analytics Intern to support unclassified research in knowledge management, AI, and decision support for Test & Evaluation (T&E). This internship focuses on developing a multi-domain EW knowledge graph that connects systems, test facilities, ranges, laboratories, tools, and analysis frameworks into a semantic, queryable structure.
The intern will work with Python-based NLP tools and graph database technologies to ingest unclassified data from public sources and build a prototype semantic search capability for analysts and engineers.
Responsibilities
- Define and implement an EW-focused ontology and data schema
- Develop NLP pipelines for entity and relationship extraction
- Build and populate a graph database with unclassified data
- Create semantic search and visualization capabilities
- Deliver a prototype demo, documentation, and roadmap
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field
- Experience with Python programming
- Interest in AI, data analytics, or knowledge representation
- Ability to communicate technical results clearly
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Exposure to NLP, graph databases, or data modeling
- Interest in electronic warfare or defense systems
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Electronic Engineer
Translate your credentials into U.S. equivalencies
Before applying, verify that your engineering degree maps to U.S. accreditation standards. Employers and designated sponsors both assess this. A credential evaluation through a NACES-member service strengthens your DS-2019 application and prevents delays at the training-plan review stage.
Identify your J-1 category before targeting roles
If you are currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies. If you hold a degree and have prior work experience in electronic engineering, you qualify as a Trainee. Applying under the wrong category can invalidate your DS-2019 before your program even starts.
Search for roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers and electronic engineering roles that align with J-1 sponsorship. Filtering by visa type saves you from pursuing host organizations that have no experience with DS-2019 placements or structured training plans.
Build a training plan before your offer stage
Designated sponsors require a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan before issuing your DS-2019. Draft your learning objectives, supervision structure, and phase timelines in advance so your host employer can sign off quickly and avoid bottlenecks in the approval process.
Confirm whether your role carries a home residency requirement
Electronic engineering roles funded by your home government or involving specialized skills may trigger the two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e). Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer, since this restriction affects future visa changes.
Verify host employer E-Verify enrollment before accepting
Designated sponsors and USCIS expect host employers to maintain legal authorization compliance throughout your J-1 program. Confirm your prospective host is enrolled in E-Verify before you sign a training plan, as non-enrolled employers may be rejected during the sponsor's vetting process.
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Find Electronic Engineer JobsElectronic Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an electronic engineer?
It depends on your career stage. Current students or recent graduates within 12 months of graduation qualify under the Intern category. Professionals who hold a degree in electrical or electronic engineering and have at least one year of relevant work experience qualify under the Trainee category. Research Scientists or engineers at universities or national labs may qualify as Research Scholars instead.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as an electronic engineer?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations such as AIPT, Cultural Vistas, or IIE issue the DS-2019 form and oversee your program compliance. Your U.S. employer is the host organization. The host provides the work environment and signs the training plan, but has no authority to issue visa documents independently.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 electronic engineer?
Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. employers and engineering roles that are aligned with J-1 sponsorship, so you are not cold-contacting companies unfamiliar with the DS-2019 process. Focus on employers in semiconductor, defense, or research sectors, where international exchange programs are more common and structured training plans are easier to justify to a designated sponsor.
Can an electronic engineering role trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
Yes, in certain situations. If your training is funded by your home government, your home country's government requests your return, or your skills appear on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List for your country, you may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e). Your designated sponsor can review your DS-2019 situation and advise on whether a waiver application is appropriate.
What does a J-1 training plan need to cover for an electronic engineer?
Your Training or Internship Placement Plan must outline the specific technical skills you will develop, the phases of training with time allocations, your supervision structure, and how the program connects to your prior education or experience. For electronic engineering, this typically includes circuit design, testing protocols, or embedded systems work. Your designated sponsor reviews and approves this plan before issuing the DS-2019.
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