J-1 Visa Field Representative Jobs
Field Representative roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Specialist program category. These positions involve fieldwork, community outreach, or organizational representation requiring hands-on U.S. professional experience that a designated sponsor organization must formally authorize via a DS-2019.
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CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
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CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
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If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The College of Agricultural Sciences, Penn State Extension is seeking applicants for the part-time job position of Field and Forage Crops Intern. This position will be based in Wayne County, with travel in Lackawanna, Pike, Susquehanna, and Wyoming Counties.
Job duties to include:
- Crop scouting
- Field data collection
- Research trial support
- Farm visits and client support
Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:
- Agricultural science background
- Access to a motor vehicle
- Standard background check
- Motor vehicle screening
Schedule:
- Part-time, 30 hours per week for a short-term period
- Hours flexible to applicant's needs
Compensation:
The starting rate for this job is $17.75 per hour, plus travel.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
-
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
-
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The College of Agricultural Sciences, Penn State Extension is seeking applicants for the part-time job position of Field and Forage Crops Intern. This position will be based in Wayne County, with travel in Lackawanna, Pike, Susquehanna, and Wyoming Counties.
Job duties to include:
- Crop scouting
- Field data collection
- Research trial support
- Farm visits and client support
Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:
- Agricultural science background
- Access to a motor vehicle
- Standard background check
- Motor vehicle screening
Schedule:
- Part-time, 30 hours per week for a short-term period
- Hours flexible to applicant's needs
Compensation:
The starting rate for this job is $17.75 per hour, plus travel.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Field Representative
Document your field experience precisely
Trainee and Specialist category applicants must show a clear connection between prior training abroad and the proposed U.S. fieldwork. Organize employment records and reference letters around specific competencies, not just job titles, before approaching any designated sponsor.
Verify the 2-year home residency requirement early
Many Trainee and Specialist placements trigger a 2-year home-country residency requirement if your position is government-funded or listed on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Check your country's status before accepting a host employer offer.
Match your role to O*NET occupation codes
Designated sponsors and host employers use O*NET codes to define the training objectives in your DS-7002 training plan. Identifying the correct occupational classification for Field Representative work strengthens your program application and reduces back-and-forth with your sponsor.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1-aligned Field Representative roles
Not every employer posting a Field Representative position understands J-1 visa host requirements. Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers already familiar with exchange visitor programs, so your conversations start at the training plan stage rather than basic visa education.
Negotiate the DS-7002 training plan before your start date
Your training plan must be signed by both the host employer and the designated sponsor before USCIS can issue the DS-2019. Build at least two to three weeks into your timeline for sponsor review, especially if your fieldwork rotates across multiple locations.
Confirm host employer eligibility with your designated sponsor
Not every organization qualifies as a J-1 host. Sponsors like Cultural Vistas or AIPT assess whether the host can provide structured, supervised training. Ask your prospective employer directly whether they have hosted J-1 exchange visitors before and under which sponsor.
Field Representative J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Field Representative role?
Most Field Representative positions fall under the Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee applies if you've completed a degree within the past 12 months or have at least one year of relevant work experience outside the United States. Specialist is the right fit for established professionals with expertise in a specific field who don't meet the Trainee entry path. The host employer and designated sponsor determine the final category based on your background and the program's objectives.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a Field Representative position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or CIEE issue the DS-2019 form, which is the document that authorizes your J-1 status. Your employer acts as the host organization and signs the training plan, but they cannot issue a DS-2019 on their own. You need an approved designated sponsor to initiate and oversee your exchange visitor program.
Can I change host employers during my J-1 Field Representative program?
Yes, but you must notify your designated sponsor before making any change. The sponsor needs to amend your DS-2019 and approve the new host organization before you begin work there. An unauthorized change of host employer is a compliance violation and can result in your J-1 status being terminated. Build this review step into any job transition timeline.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Field Representatives?
Many employers posting Field Representative roles aren't familiar with J-1 host obligations, which makes targeting the right ones important from the start. Migrate Mate lets you search for employers already aligned with exchange visitor programs, so you can focus outreach on organizations that understand the DS-7002 training plan process and sponsored field placements rather than starting from scratch educating every hiring manager.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement apply to Field Representative J-1 holders?
It depends on your country of nationality and the funding source of your position. If your Field Representative role is funded by a U.S. government agency or your home country's government, or if your nationality appears on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, the 2-year requirement almost certainly applies. You must return to your home country for two years before changing to most other nonimmigrant statuses or applying for a green card. Check the State Department's Skills List before accepting any offer.