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Field Nurse Case Manager roles in the U.S. are accessible to internationally trained nurses through the J-1 visa, most commonly under the Trainee or Specialist program category. Designated sponsor organizations issue the DS-2019 that makes sponsorship possible, while the healthcare system or insurer acts as your host employer.
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Administrative and Central Office
Office Title/Functional Title:
Special Education Case Management Legal Intern, OGC - 26711
Civil Service Title:
Agency Attorney Intern OJ/MBF
Level:
N/A
Division/Office:
Office of the General Counsel
Borough:
Brooklyn
Posting End Date:
12/31/2026
Description:
Position Summary: Under the close supervision of Special Counsel within the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Special Education Case Management office with some latitude for independent judgment and decision-making, the Attorney Intern performs legal work and supports compliance with settlements in L.V. v. NYCDOE, JSM v. NYCDOE, individual federal court actions regarding impartial hearing order implementation, and general compliance under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), New York State Education Law, and New York State Education Department Commissioners Regulations, Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Performs related work.
Reports to: Special Counsel
Direct Reports: N/A
Key Relationships: Supports Special Counsel under the direction of the Executive Deputy Counsel of Special Education Case Management (OGC-SECM). Works closely with OGC-SECM Offices - Impartial Hearing Office (IHO), Impartial Hearing Office Implementation Unit (IU), Enhanced Rate Equitable Services Unit (ERES Unit), Special Education Unit (SEU) – Due Process Litigation, Federal Cases, Appeals, Office of the Auditor General (OAG), DIAL Special Education Offices – Committees on Special Education (CSE), Administrators for Special Education (ASE/DSE), District 75 (D75), and District 79 (D79), School Finance and Human Resources, Office of Related Services (ORS), Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT), Office of Student Health (OSH), Office of Student Enrollment (OSE), Division of Financial Operations (DFO), Division of Instructional and Information Technology (DIIT), New York State Education Department (NYSED) – Office of State Review (OSR) and Special Education Quality Assurance (SEQA).
Responsibilities
- Perform legal research assigned by Special Counsel, including review of legal cases, opinions, decisions, legal and policy guidance documents.
- Assist Special Counsel in preparing legal arguments and documents, such as memoranda, motions, pleadings, briefs, subpoenas, etc.
- Summarize audits and court reports prepared by Court Appointed Auditor and Special Master.
- Draft response letters to New York State Education Department Special Education Quality Assurance (SEQA) complaints and Compliance Assurance Plans (CAPs).
- May attend court hearings to support Agency Attorneys and New York City Law Department; review documents, transcripts, and exhibits in preparation for court hearings.
- Under supervision of Special Counsel:
- research state and federal case law and implications for compliance;
- review case records and reports pertaining to the implementation of impartial hearing orders;
- draft legal memoranda for submission to Special Counsel summarizing procedural case history, applicable laws and regulations, and recommendations; and
- draft response letters for various legal matters, such as FOIL requests or requests for student records.
- Assist Special Counsel with monitoring workflow, ensuring compliance with multiple deadlines, and preparing internal reports and summaries.
- Review existing administrative processes and assist with creating comprehensive training guides and reference materials for the office.
- May be assigned to review City, State, and Federal proposed regulation changes and analyze impacts to the office and New York City Public Schools (NYCPS).
Qualification Requirements
Minimum
Graduation from an accredited United States law school as defined in the Rules of the New York Court of Appeals (Sections 520.3 or 520.5) or admission to the New York State Bar.
Note: This class of positions has a maximum two year term.
Plus
In addition to meeting the minimum requirements, individuals must have two additional years of relevant work experience.
Preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to understand provisions of applicable laws and regulations.
- Ability to write clearly and concisely.
- Efficient legal research skills.
Salary: $78,195 - $82,558
(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not earn less than their current salary.)
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
New York City Residency is NOT Required
We encourage all applicants from the New York City tri-state area to apply.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
DOE Non-Discrimination Policy
The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy.
REQUESTING AN ACCOMMODATION - APPLICANTS
Any prospective employee (applicant) who is a qualified individual with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to assist in the application process. If an applicant for employment believes that they have a qualifying disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process on an equal basis as applicants who do not have a disability, they should request an accommodation with their interview team or contact ODA by emailing ODA@schools.nyc.gov. The determination of the accommodation request will be communicated to the applicant in writing.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.
Position Type:
Administrative and Central Office
Office Title/Functional Title:
Special Education Case Management Legal Intern, OGC - 26711
Civil Service Title:
Agency Attorney Intern OJ/MBF
Level:
N/A
Division/Office:
Office of the General Counsel
Borough:
Brooklyn
Posting End Date:
12/31/2026
Description:
Position Summary: Under the close supervision of Special Counsel within the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Special Education Case Management office with some latitude for independent judgment and decision-making, the Attorney Intern performs legal work and supports compliance with settlements in L.V. v. NYCDOE, JSM v. NYCDOE, individual federal court actions regarding impartial hearing order implementation, and general compliance under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), New York State Education Law, and New York State Education Department Commissioners Regulations, Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Performs related work.
Reports to: Special Counsel
Direct Reports: N/A
Key Relationships: Supports Special Counsel under the direction of the Executive Deputy Counsel of Special Education Case Management (OGC-SECM). Works closely with OGC-SECM Offices - Impartial Hearing Office (IHO), Impartial Hearing Office Implementation Unit (IU), Enhanced Rate Equitable Services Unit (ERES Unit), Special Education Unit (SEU) – Due Process Litigation, Federal Cases, Appeals, Office of the Auditor General (OAG), DIAL Special Education Offices – Committees on Special Education (CSE), Administrators for Special Education (ASE/DSE), District 75 (D75), and District 79 (D79), School Finance and Human Resources, Office of Related Services (ORS), Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT), Office of Student Health (OSH), Office of Student Enrollment (OSE), Division of Financial Operations (DFO), Division of Instructional and Information Technology (DIIT), New York State Education Department (NYSED) – Office of State Review (OSR) and Special Education Quality Assurance (SEQA).
Responsibilities
- Perform legal research assigned by Special Counsel, including review of legal cases, opinions, decisions, legal and policy guidance documents.
- Assist Special Counsel in preparing legal arguments and documents, such as memoranda, motions, pleadings, briefs, subpoenas, etc.
- Summarize audits and court reports prepared by Court Appointed Auditor and Special Master.
- Draft response letters to New York State Education Department Special Education Quality Assurance (SEQA) complaints and Compliance Assurance Plans (CAPs).
- May attend court hearings to support Agency Attorneys and New York City Law Department; review documents, transcripts, and exhibits in preparation for court hearings.
- Under supervision of Special Counsel:
- research state and federal case law and implications for compliance;
- review case records and reports pertaining to the implementation of impartial hearing orders;
- draft legal memoranda for submission to Special Counsel summarizing procedural case history, applicable laws and regulations, and recommendations; and
- draft response letters for various legal matters, such as FOIL requests or requests for student records.
- Assist Special Counsel with monitoring workflow, ensuring compliance with multiple deadlines, and preparing internal reports and summaries.
- Review existing administrative processes and assist with creating comprehensive training guides and reference materials for the office.
- May be assigned to review City, State, and Federal proposed regulation changes and analyze impacts to the office and New York City Public Schools (NYCPS).
Qualification Requirements
Minimum
Graduation from an accredited United States law school as defined in the Rules of the New York Court of Appeals (Sections 520.3 or 520.5) or admission to the New York State Bar.
Note: This class of positions has a maximum two year term.
Plus
In addition to meeting the minimum requirements, individuals must have two additional years of relevant work experience.
Preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to understand provisions of applicable laws and regulations.
- Ability to write clearly and concisely.
- Efficient legal research skills.
Salary: $78,195 - $82,558
(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not earn less than their current salary.)
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
New York City Residency is NOT Required
We encourage all applicants from the New York City tri-state area to apply.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
DOE Non-Discrimination Policy
The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy.
REQUESTING AN ACCOMMODATION - APPLICANTS
Any prospective employee (applicant) who is a qualified individual with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to assist in the application process. If an applicant for employment believes that they have a qualifying disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process on an equal basis as applicants who do not have a disability, they should request an accommodation with their interview team or contact ODA by emailing ODA@schools.nyc.gov. The determination of the accommodation request will be communicated to the applicant in writing.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Field Nurse Case Manager
Verify your nursing credentials transfer cleanly
State nursing boards vary on foreign credential equivalency. Confirm your home-country RN license and clinical hours satisfy the host state's requirements before engaging employers, since gaps in credential recognition can delay or block your DS-2019 issuance entirely.
Distinguish Trainee from Specialist program eligibility
The J-1 visa Trainee category fits nurses within five years of graduation or last employment in their field. If you have deeper experience in case management specifically, the Specialist category may apply and carries different training plan requirements with your designated sponsor.
Target host employers with established J-1 infrastructure
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. healthcare employers and insurers that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in clinical or case management roles, so you're approaching organizations already familiar with DS-2019 obligations and training plan compliance.
Build a training plan before your offer letter
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed training plan outlining skills you'll develop as a Field Nurse Case Manager host. Draft this document early, aligned to OFLC-recognized competencies for nursing case management, so employers see a ready-to-sign plan rather than a blank requirement.
Check whether your home country triggers the two-year rule
Many nurses from countries on the DOS exchange visitor skills list face a two-year home residency requirement after J-1 status. Confirm your country's status with USCIS before accepting a host offer, since this requirement affects whether you can change status or extend in the U.S.
Align your host offer to your program's start window
Designated sponsors can only issue a DS-2019 once a host employer submits a signed agreement. Coordinate your offer timeline so the sponsor's processing window, typically two to four weeks, doesn't push your program start date past your planned arrival or credential activation date.
Field Nurse Case Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Field Nurse Case Manager role?
Most internationally trained nurses pursuing case management positions in the U.S. qualify under the J-1 Trainee category if they are within five years of their nursing degree or most recent nursing employment. Nurses with specialized experience specifically in case management and discharge planning may qualify under the Specialist category instead. Your designated sponsor, not your host employer, makes the final determination based on your background documentation.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this role, the hospital or a separate organization?
The J-1 visa sponsor is always a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as AIPT, Cultural Vistas, or CIEE, not the healthcare system or insurer hiring you. That employer is your host organization. The designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 form, monitors your training plan compliance, and serves as your official point of contact with the State Department throughout your program.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 Field Nurse Case Manager?
Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. healthcare employers and managed care organizations that have experience hosting international clinical professionals under J-1 programs. Targeting employers with existing J-1 infrastructure significantly reduces the time spent educating HR teams about DS-2019 requirements, training plan obligations, and program duration rules before you receive a formal host agreement.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to nurses from most countries?
It depends on whether your home country appears on the DOS Exchange Visitor Skills List and whether your J-1 program is government-funded. Nurses from many countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America are commonly subject to the requirement, which means you must return home for two years before changing to H-1B visa or green card status. Confirm your country's status through USCIS before accepting a host offer.
What documents does a Field Nurse Case Manager need before a designated sponsor can issue a DS-2019?
Sponsors typically require a signed host organization agreement, a detailed training plan specifying the case management competencies you will develop, proof of your nursing credentials and license, evidence of English proficiency, and financial support documentation. Your host employer must also agree in writing to provide adequate supervision and resources for the training objectives outlined in the plan.