J-1 Visa Emergency Department Registered Nurse Jobs
Emergency Department Registered Nurse roles in the U.S. are available to internationally trained nurses through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Exchange Visitor program, most commonly in the Trainee or Research Scholar category. A State Department-designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, while the hospital or health system serves as your host employer.
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The Emergency Response Call Intake Specialist internship program is designed for students interested in maintaining a sustainable environment. The intern will be responsible for assisting the team with answering and triaging incoming calls related to environmental emergencies and incidents. This role is the first point of contact in the response process and requires accuracy, urgency, and professionalism in collecting critical information, initiating documentation, and communicating with internal teams. Interns can expect to participate in networking events and complete a final presentation at the conclusion of the program. We are searching for a reliable and team-oriented individual with an excellent commitment to safety to join our growing team during the Summer of 2026!
Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.
WHY WORK FOR CLEAN HARBORS?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5!
- Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
- Competitive Pay $20/ HR
- Positive and safe work environments
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in an applicable discipline, Business Management, Accounting, Project Management, Emergency Management, etc. and be in their Junior or Senior year.
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
- Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
- Ability to perform physical functions per job requirements
Responsibilities
- Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times
- Assist with answering incoming emergency and non-emergency calls in a professional and timely manner
- Help document incident details accurately in internal systems (ALERT)
- Support routing calls to the appropriate team based on urgency and type of event
- Help track active calls and provide updates until they are handed off to the response team
- Gather key information from callers (location, incident details, materials involved, safety concerns)
- Maintain clear communication logs and assist with required documentation
- Communicate with clients and internal teams to help keep everyone informed
- Return calls, emails, and messages promptly to support timely service
- Monitor ongoing situations and assist with sharing updates as needed
- Follow company guidelines to maintain professionalism, accuracy, and confidentiality
- Attend Networking events within the internship program
- Complete a final project presentation
- All other duties as assigned
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
INTRODUCTION
The Emergency Response Call Intake Specialist internship program is designed for students interested in maintaining a sustainable environment. The intern will be responsible for assisting the team with answering and triaging incoming calls related to environmental emergencies and incidents. This role is the first point of contact in the response process and requires accuracy, urgency, and professionalism in collecting critical information, initiating documentation, and communicating with internal teams. Interns can expect to participate in networking events and complete a final presentation at the conclusion of the program. We are searching for a reliable and team-oriented individual with an excellent commitment to safety to join our growing team during the Summer of 2026!
Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.
WHY WORK FOR CLEAN HARBORS?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5!
- Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
- Competitive Pay $20/ HR
- Positive and safe work environments
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in an applicable discipline, Business Management, Accounting, Project Management, Emergency Management, etc. and be in their Junior or Senior year.
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
- Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
- Ability to perform physical functions per job requirements
Responsibilities
- Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times
- Assist with answering incoming emergency and non-emergency calls in a professional and timely manner
- Help document incident details accurately in internal systems (ALERT)
- Support routing calls to the appropriate team based on urgency and type of event
- Help track active calls and provide updates until they are handed off to the response team
- Gather key information from callers (location, incident details, materials involved, safety concerns)
- Maintain clear communication logs and assist with required documentation
- Communicate with clients and internal teams to help keep everyone informed
- Return calls, emails, and messages promptly to support timely service
- Monitor ongoing situations and assist with sharing updates as needed
- Follow company guidelines to maintain professionalism, accuracy, and confidentiality
- Attend Networking events within the internship program
- Complete a final project presentation
- All other duties as assigned
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Verify your CGFNS certification before applying
Most U.S. host employers require CGFNS certification or equivalent credential evaluation before they'll engage a J-1 Trainee application. Completing this before outreach shortens the hiring timeline and signals readiness to both the host and designated sponsor.
Target hospitals with existing J-1 host agreements
Not every hospital has an active host organization agreement with a State Department-designated sponsor. Ask the recruiter directly whether the facility has hosted J-1 exchange visitors before, since establishing a new host agreement adds weeks to the process.
Search for J-1 compatible ED roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Emergency Department nursing roles by employers who have demonstrated openness to international exchange visitors, so you spend outreach time on facilities already familiar with the J-1 host process.
Confirm which J-1 category fits your career stage
Nurses within five years of completing their initial nursing degree typically qualify under the Trainee category, while experienced nurses pursuing advanced clinical research programs may qualify as Research Scholars. Your designated sponsor, not the employer, makes the final category determination.
Get your training plan counter-signed before submitting the DS-2019
The J-1 Trainee program requires a detailed Training Plan signed by both the host supervisor and the designated sponsor before the DS-2019 is issued. ED rotations, shift structure, and learning objectives must be documented in the plan to avoid delays during sponsor review.
Check the two-year home residency requirement before accepting an offer
Many J-1 nurses are subject to the two-year home residency requirement based on their country of origin or funding source. Confirm this with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since it affects your ability to switch to H-1B or apply for a green card directly from J-1 status.
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Find Emergency Department Registered Nurse JobsEmergency Department Registered Nurse J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Emergency Department Registered Nurses?
Most internationally trained ED nurses enter under the J-1 Trainee category, which covers professionals who have completed their degree within the past five years and are gaining practical clinical experience. Nurses pursuing structured research or advanced clinical fellowships may qualify under the Research Scholar category instead. Your State Department-designated sponsor, such as CIEE or Cultural Vistas, determines the appropriate category based on your background and program design.
Who is actually the J-1 visa sponsor for a nursing role, the hospital or a separate organization?
The hospital is your host employer, not your visa sponsor. The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as IIE, CIEE, or Cultural Vistas, that issues your DS-2019 form, monitors your program compliance, and signs your training plan. The hospital must have an active host agreement with a designated sponsor before you can proceed, and it's your responsibility to confirm that relationship exists before accepting an offer.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to J-1 nurses?
It depends on your country of nationality, your country of residence, and whether your exchange program receives government financing. Nurses from countries on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, which includes many countries with nursing shortages, are typically subject to the requirement. This means you must return home for two years before changing to most other nonimmigrant statuses or applying for a green card, unless you receive a waiver.
How do I find U.S. hospitals that are open to hosting J-1 Exchange Visitor nurses?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Emergency Department nursing roles at employers who have demonstrated experience with international exchange visitors. Once you identify target hospitals, ask the recruiter or HR contact whether they have an established host agreement with a designated J-1 sponsor organization, since facilities without existing agreements will need additional lead time to set one up before your DS-2019 can be issued.
Can I work in any ED unit on a J-1, or does the training plan lock me into specific duties?
Your J-1 Trainee program is defined by the training plan submitted to your designated sponsor before the DS-2019 is issued. The plan specifies which clinical areas, rotations, and skills you'll develop, and you're generally expected to stay within those defined activities. If your host employer wants to significantly change your role or unit assignment during the program, the training plan typically needs to be amended and re-approved by the designated sponsor.
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