J-1 Visa Equity Trader Jobs
Equity Trader roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsors issue the DS-2019 and oversee your training plan while a U.S. broker-dealer or asset management firm serves as your host organization.
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At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future.
We believe that diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. This is reflected in our commitment to engage, hire, and retain bright, committed people to work in partnership within an inclusive environment that allows each person to achieve personal success and add value to our teams and communities.
We are currently looking for an Equity Research Intern to join our FSG Group, in Minneapolis, MN or Chicago, IL.
Responsibilities
- Work in partnership with the senior analyst to conduct extensive company and industry research
- Create financial models and valuation analyses
- Write company reports, industry reports, and develop investment recommendations
- Form relationships with company management teams through meetings, calls, roadshows, etc.
Requirements
- The associate position is a demanding and fast-paced job that requires the ability to think quickly on one's feet and work independently
- Strong candidates will have an intense interest in the stock market and a demonstrated record of professional, academic and personal achievement
- Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills
- Outstanding quantitative and organizational skills
- A strong competitive spirit balanced by a proven ability to work as part of a team
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics required
- Strong financial modeling experience required
- Securities Industry Essentials, Series 86 and 87 required (or willingness to obtain)
- Progress towards CFA a plus
As a leading investment bank, we enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.
In equities, our sales & trading teams facilitate public offerings in our core sectors and dedicate significant levels of firm capital to ensure the highest aftermarket support. We are a market maker and/or transact in 2,500 securities, offering traditional, algorithmic and program trading approaches. Our 50+ senior analysts produce industry-leading, deep-sector research on more than 1,000 stocks under coverage, including one of the largest small/mid cap coverage universes on the Street. We empower our investors with focused, best-in-class macro research. Our Institutional Investor top-ranked analysts utilize independent processes that provide impartial insights into economic trends, energy, portfolio strategy, technical analysis, policy actions and political developments.
Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees.
Compensation
- The anticipated starting hourly range for individuals expressing interest in this internship is $21 - $30 an hour. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience, location and other factors. Please note that this internship is NOT a summer internship. It is intended to become a salaried role soon after completion of an anticipated to be for a 3-month period. Consideration for a permanent position is dependent on performance.
If offered salaried role post internship: The anticipated starting salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $75,000 - $125,000 per year. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience, location and other factors. This position is eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be a part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.
Job Description:
At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future.
We believe that diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. This is reflected in our commitment to engage, hire, and retain bright, committed people to work in partnership within an inclusive environment that allows each person to achieve personal success and add value to our teams and communities.
We are currently looking for an Equity Research Intern to join our FSG Group, in Minneapolis, MN or Chicago, IL.
Responsibilities
- Work in partnership with the senior analyst to conduct extensive company and industry research
- Create financial models and valuation analyses
- Write company reports, industry reports, and develop investment recommendations
- Form relationships with company management teams through meetings, calls, roadshows, etc.
Requirements
- The associate position is a demanding and fast-paced job that requires the ability to think quickly on one's feet and work independently
- Strong candidates will have an intense interest in the stock market and a demonstrated record of professional, academic and personal achievement
- Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills
- Outstanding quantitative and organizational skills
- A strong competitive spirit balanced by a proven ability to work as part of a team
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics required
- Strong financial modeling experience required
- Securities Industry Essentials, Series 86 and 87 required (or willingness to obtain)
- Progress towards CFA a plus
As a leading investment bank, we enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.
In equities, our sales & trading teams facilitate public offerings in our core sectors and dedicate significant levels of firm capital to ensure the highest aftermarket support. We are a market maker and/or transact in 2,500 securities, offering traditional, algorithmic and program trading approaches. Our 50+ senior analysts produce industry-leading, deep-sector research on more than 1,000 stocks under coverage, including one of the largest small/mid cap coverage universes on the Street. We empower our investors with focused, best-in-class macro research. Our Institutional Investor top-ranked analysts utilize independent processes that provide impartial insights into economic trends, energy, portfolio strategy, technical analysis, policy actions and political developments.
Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees.
Compensation
- The anticipated starting hourly range for individuals expressing interest in this internship is $21 - $30 an hour. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience, location and other factors. Please note that this internship is NOT a summer internship. It is intended to become a salaried role soon after completion of an anticipated to be for a 3-month period. Consideration for a permanent position is dependent on performance.
If offered salaried role post internship: The anticipated starting salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $75,000 - $125,000 per year. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience, location and other factors. This position is eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be a part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Equity Trader
Document your trading credentials before applying
Gather transcripts, licenses, and proof of relevant finance coursework or professional certifications before approaching host firms. Designated sponsors require evidence that your background directly supports an equity trading training plan, not general finance exposure.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee category eligibility
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the J-1 Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past 12 months or have prior professional trading experience, the Trainee category fits. Sponsors will reject mismatched applications regardless of employer interest.
Target broker-dealers registered with FINRA as hosts
Focus your search on U.S. broker-dealers and asset management firms with established compliance departments. These organizations are more familiar with the DS-2019 host agreement process and are better positioned to fulfill the structured training plan requirements DOL expects.
Search Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned trading roles
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers actively posting equity trading roles that align with J-1 program structures. Filtering by sponsorship type saves time compared to cold-applying to firms with no exchange visitor hiring history.
Negotiate your training plan before the DS-2019 is issued
The structured training plan must specify rotation schedules, supervision arrangements, and learning objectives tied to equity markets. Get written agreement from your host firm on these details before your designated sponsor submits the DS-2019 to avoid revisions that delay your start date.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Certain nationalities and government-funded participants face a two-year home country residency requirement after their J-1 program ends. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this affects any future H-1B or green card plans.
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Find Equity Trader JobsEquity Trader J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to equity trading roles?
The J-1 Trainee category is the most common fit for equity trading positions. It applies to individuals who have a degree or professional certificate in finance, economics, or a related field and at least one year of relevant work experience outside the United States. If you're still enrolled in a degree program and completing a trading internship as part of your curriculum, the J-1 Intern category applies instead.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an equity trading position?
A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues the DS-2019 form and holds legal responsibility for your J-1 status. The broker-dealer or asset management firm where you work is the host organization, not the visa sponsor. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT can serve as designated sponsors for finance trainees, while the host firm signs the training plan and provides supervision.
Does the host firm need any special registration to bring on a J-1 equity trader?
The host firm doesn't need separate government registration, but it must enter a formal agreement with a designated sponsor and satisfy the sponsor's vetting criteria. For equity trading roles, sponsors will typically verify that the host has a licensed compliance structure, adequate supervision, and a training plan that matches the exchange visitor's stated learning objectives rather than replacing a full-time employee.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 equity trader?
Most broker-dealers don't advertise J-1 host positions the same way they advertise permanent roles. Use Migrate Mate to search for equity trading positions at firms with documented international hiring activity. Targeting mid-size asset managers and proprietary trading firms often yields better results than approaching the largest institutions, which may have more rigid headcount approval processes for exchange visitor roles.
Can a J-1 equity trader transition to an H-1B or work visa afterward?
A transition is possible but depends on several factors. If your nationality or funding source triggers the two-year home residency requirement, you must satisfy or waive that requirement before an H-1B petition can be approved. If you're not subject to that requirement, your host firm can petition for H-1B status while you remain in J-1 status, provided timing aligns with the annual H-1B filing window.
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