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Environmental Project Manager roles in the United States are most commonly available to international professionals under the J-1 visa Trainee or Specialist program category, both of which require a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019 and provide sponsorship throughout your placement.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: 2027 Environmental Intern (Spring)
Requisition Number: DU15150
Department Name: 81360:4-H CENTRAL OPERATIONS
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Salary Range: $1450 per month + housing
Type of Position: Temporary
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education
High School/GED
Required Related Experience
At least 6 months experience with Extension, a University or related environmental education experience.
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Applicant must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, be available to work long hours in a noisy environment, work in outside/hot/cold conditions, and be on feet for long periods of time.
Shift
Days and evenings Monday through Friday. Internship opportunities range in length during the time frame of March 2027 and May 2027.
Job Summary
Responsibilities include working with school age youth in the following areas: develop and teach hands-on environmental education classes, lead recreational games, campfires, singing, night hikes or other activities that convey the value of the natural environment. Interns will select an environmental project approved by their on-site supervisor and which is an area of interest to the student. They will conduct research and develop the project into a written plan.
Internships available at JM Feltner 4-H Camp (London, Kentucky), West Kentucky 4-H Camp (Dawson Springs, Kentucky), Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp (Jabez, Kentucky), and North Central 4-H Camp (Carlisle, Kentucky).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
N/A
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
College work toward a degree in some aspect of Environmental education or related field.
Deadline to Apply: 04/01/2027
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: 2027 Environmental Intern (Spring)
Requisition Number: DU15150
Department Name: 81360:4-H CENTRAL OPERATIONS
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Salary Range: $1450 per month + housing
Type of Position: Temporary
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education
High School/GED
Required Related Experience
At least 6 months experience with Extension, a University or related environmental education experience.
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Applicant must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, be available to work long hours in a noisy environment, work in outside/hot/cold conditions, and be on feet for long periods of time.
Shift
Days and evenings Monday through Friday. Internship opportunities range in length during the time frame of March 2027 and May 2027.
Job Summary
Responsibilities include working with school age youth in the following areas: develop and teach hands-on environmental education classes, lead recreational games, campfires, singing, night hikes or other activities that convey the value of the natural environment. Interns will select an environmental project approved by their on-site supervisor and which is an area of interest to the student. They will conduct research and develop the project into a written plan.
Internships available at JM Feltner 4-H Camp (London, Kentucky), West Kentucky 4-H Camp (Dawson Springs, Kentucky), Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp (Jabez, Kentucky), and North Central 4-H Camp (Carlisle, Kentucky).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
N/A
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
College work toward a degree in some aspect of Environmental education or related field.
Deadline to Apply: 04/01/2027
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Environmental Project Manager
Align your credentials with SOC classifications
Environmental Project Managers typically fall under SOC code 11-9199 or 17-2081. Pull the O*NET profile for your closest match and use that task and skill language in your resume to signal program-category fit to designated sponsors.
Distinguish Trainee from Specialist eligibility early
Trainee status suits candidates within five years of graduation or initial employment. If your environmental career spans more than five years, you likely qualify as a Specialist instead. Clarifying this before outreach saves time with both host employers and designated sponsors.
Target host employers with established environmental compliance teams
Environmental Project Managers working on NEPA reviews, remediation projects, or permitting need hosts with existing legal and compliance infrastructure. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. employers in environmental consulting, engineering, or government contracting who have hosted international professionals.
Prepare a detailed training plan before your offer stage
Designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas or AIPT require a signed Training or Internship Placement Plan before issuing your DS-2019. Draft phase-by-phase objectives covering environmental assessment, stakeholder coordination, and regulatory reporting so you're ready when your host employer asks.
Verify whether your placement triggers the two-year requirement
If your home country government funded your environmental studies or your field appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, you may face a two-year home residency requirement after your J-1 ends. Confirm your country's Skills List status with the State Department before accepting any offer.
Ask host employers about DOL prevailing wage compliance
Your host employer must pay a wage comparable to similarly employed environmental professionals in the same geographic area. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your role and location before negotiating, so you can confirm the offer meets program standards.
Environmental Project Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Environmental Project Manager?
Most Environmental Project Managers enter under the Trainee category if they're within five years of graduation or initial professional employment, or the Specialist category if they bring deeper expertise in fields like environmental remediation, NEPA compliance, or ecological restoration. Current students doing structured internships may qualify under the Intern category instead. Your designated sponsor determines the correct category based on your background and the host employer's training plan.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, and what does the host employer do?
A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or IIE, issues your DS-2019 form and acts as your legal J-1 sponsor. The hiring organization is your host employer. They provide the placement, pay your salary, and sign off on your training plan, but they are not your visa sponsor. This distinction matters because you must secure a designated sponsor separately from your job offer.
How do I find host employers open to J-1 placements in environmental management?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers in environmental consulting, engineering, or government contracting who have historically hosted international professionals. Focus on firms with active NEPA, remediation, or permitting practices, since those teams typically have the project structure and compliance infrastructure that designated sponsors require when reviewing a training plan.
Can the two-year home residency requirement affect my plans after this placement?
Yes, if your home country government funded your environmental education or your occupation appears on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, you'll need to return home for two years before applying for H-1B visa, L-1 visa, or permanent residence. Environmental science and engineering disciplines appear on the Skills List for many countries, so verify your eligibility with the State Department or your designated sponsor before committing to a J-1 route.
What documentation should I prepare before a host employer submits my training plan?
You'll need a detailed phase-by-phase training plan covering specific environmental competencies, your academic transcripts or professional credentials showing relevance to the role, and a letter from your home-country employer or institution if applicable. Designated sponsors review whether the plan provides genuine skill transfer, so vague objectives like 'assist with projects' are routinely rejected. The more precisely your plan maps to environmental assessment, regulatory coordination, or remediation methodologies, the faster approval typically moves.