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Finance Analyst roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories, which match structured financial training programs with host employers across banking, corporate finance, and investment management. No lottery applies, making timelines more predictable than cap-subject visas.
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RedTire is a KU School of Business venture designed to enhance the economic well-being of Kansas and the surrounding states. The program finds the most suitably qualified candidate buyers to match with a successful small- to medium-sized business, preventing the shuttering of the business due to a lack of an owner successor. RedTire assists in successfully transitioning the business to new ownership and relies on University of Kansas (KU) student interns for the financial analysis and valuation modeling phases of the process.
The KU student analyst’s first objective is to provide assistance to the RedTire Director so that quality business and technical consulting assistance to RedTire clients is provided. Secondly, the aim of the role is to also provide an excellent experimental learning opportunity to the KU student. They will work on ‘live real-world’ case scenarios to successfully transition a business from a retiring owner by redefining their retirement to a new, younger owner who will acquire their business. The position works on-site at Capitol Federal Hall and will receive $10.25 per hour during the initial training period. Ideal candidates will continue in the role for multiple semesters and receive increasing wage adjustments for returning semesters, commensurate with performance.
The KU student in this position will receive the benefit of:
* Applying academic valuation techniques to a live company and learning other small business valuation techniques that are not generally taught in the academic accounting or finance classroom.
* Obtaining direct experience and insight into how the deal process works.
* Gaining valuable experience in dealing with project related work.
* Students employed by RedTire could also meet the KU School of Business internship requirements.
Throughout their employment, student employees will maintain and manifest positive actions that align with and support the Code of Conduct for the School of Business.
Job Description
Job duties may include (but are not limited to):
- 35% - Extrapolate raw financial data (from tax returns and company P&L’s) into RedTire models.
- 25% - Perform business valuation analyses using established models and procedures.
- 15% - Help with industry, location, and market research/risk initiatives.
- 15% - Other ad-hoc financial and modeling analysis duties as required.
- 10% - Assist with day-to-day administration of RedTire and help with leads for candidate business (sellers) and buyers for inclusion in the program.
Required Qualifications
- Business undergraduate student with finance or accounting tracks OR MACC or MBA graduate student with finance.
- Completion or concurrent enrollment in “Finance” - FIN 310 or “Honors Finance” - FIN 311.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working experience in a Finance-related field from an external employer internship covering some aspects of working with financial statements and/or valuation methodologies.
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Additional Candidate Instructions
Submit the following materials: (1) online application, (2) resume, and (3) cover letter. This is a pool position; therefore, hiring and start dates will be ongoing.
Contact Information to Applicants
Denton Zeeman
dentonz@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
Minimum $10.25/hour
Anticipated Start Date
Monday August 24, 2026
Posting Information
- Posting ID: 33183BR
- Department: Business
- Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
- Reg/Temp: Temporary
- Employee Class: S-Student
Position Overview
RedTire is a KU School of Business venture designed to enhance the economic well-being of Kansas and the surrounding states. The program finds the most suitably qualified candidate buyers to match with a successful small- to medium-sized business, preventing the shuttering of the business due to a lack of an owner successor. RedTire assists in successfully transitioning the business to new ownership and relies on University of Kansas (KU) student interns for the financial analysis and valuation modeling phases of the process.
The KU student analyst’s first objective is to provide assistance to the RedTire Director so that quality business and technical consulting assistance to RedTire clients is provided. Secondly, the aim of the role is to also provide an excellent experimental learning opportunity to the KU student. They will work on ‘live real-world’ case scenarios to successfully transition a business from a retiring owner by redefining their retirement to a new, younger owner who will acquire their business. The position works on-site at Capitol Federal Hall and will receive $10.25 per hour during the initial training period. Ideal candidates will continue in the role for multiple semesters and receive increasing wage adjustments for returning semesters, commensurate with performance.
The KU student in this position will receive the benefit of:
* Applying academic valuation techniques to a live company and learning other small business valuation techniques that are not generally taught in the academic accounting or finance classroom.
* Obtaining direct experience and insight into how the deal process works.
* Gaining valuable experience in dealing with project related work.
* Students employed by RedTire could also meet the KU School of Business internship requirements.
Throughout their employment, student employees will maintain and manifest positive actions that align with and support the Code of Conduct for the School of Business.
Job Description
Job duties may include (but are not limited to):
- 35% - Extrapolate raw financial data (from tax returns and company P&L’s) into RedTire models.
- 25% - Perform business valuation analyses using established models and procedures.
- 15% - Help with industry, location, and market research/risk initiatives.
- 15% - Other ad-hoc financial and modeling analysis duties as required.
- 10% - Assist with day-to-day administration of RedTire and help with leads for candidate business (sellers) and buyers for inclusion in the program.
Required Qualifications
- Business undergraduate student with finance or accounting tracks OR MACC or MBA graduate student with finance.
- Completion or concurrent enrollment in “Finance” - FIN 310 or “Honors Finance” - FIN 311.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working experience in a Finance-related field from an external employer internship covering some aspects of working with financial statements and/or valuation methodologies.
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Additional Candidate Instructions
Submit the following materials: (1) online application, (2) resume, and (3) cover letter. This is a pool position; therefore, hiring and start dates will be ongoing.
Contact Information to Applicants
Denton Zeeman
dentonz@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
Minimum $10.25/hour
Anticipated Start Date
Monday August 24, 2026
Posting Information
- Posting ID: 33183BR
- Department: Business
- Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
- Reg/Temp: Temporary
- Employee Class: S-Student
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Finance Analyst
Align your credential documentation with SOC codes
Finance Analyst roles typically fall under SOC 13-2051 in O*NET. Match your transcripts, professional certifications, and prior employer letters to the specific financial analysis functions in that occupation profile before approaching any designated sponsor.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility early
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the J-1 visa Intern category applies. If you graduated within the past 12 months and have relevant work experience, you qualify for Trainee. Filing under the wrong category triggers DS-2019 rejection, so confirm your status before outreach.
Target host employers with structured rotational programs
Designated sponsors require a detailed training plan tied to specific finance competencies. Host employers running formal analyst rotations in areas like financial modeling, variance analysis, or FP&A produce training plans that satisfy this requirement far more cleanly than ad hoc analyst roles.
Search for J-1-aligned Finance Analyst roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Finance Analyst positions at U.S. employers that have hosted international professionals before. Finding a host employer already familiar with J-1 program requirements cuts weeks off your DS-2019 preparation timeline.
Verify the host employer's E-Verify enrollment status
Some designated sponsors require host employers to be enrolled in E-Verify before issuing a DS-2019. Confirm enrollment before the offer stage so a missing E-Verify registration doesn't stall your training start date after the position is already accepted.
Negotiate training plan language before the offer is finalized
The DS-2019 training plan must list specific financial tasks, weekly hour breakdowns, and learning objectives. Getting the host employer to draft this language before countersigning the offer prevents last-minute revisions that can delay your visa interview appointment.
Finance Analyst J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Finance Analyst roles?
Most Finance Analyst positions fall under the J-1 Trainee category, which covers post-degree professionals with at least one year of relevant work experience who are pursuing structured training in their field. If you're currently enrolled in a university degree program, the Intern category applies instead. The designated sponsor, not the host employer, makes the final category determination based on your credentials and the training plan.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Finance Analyst position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT. These organizations issue the DS-2019 form, approve the training plan, and remain responsible for program compliance throughout your placement. The finance firm or corporation where you work is the host employer, not the sponsor. You need both parties involved before your visa interview can proceed.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement apply to Finance Analyst J-1 trainees?
The two-year home country physical presence requirement applies to J-1 participants whose programs are funded by their home government or the U.S. government, or who come from countries on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Most Finance Analyst trainees sponsored through private designated sponsors do not trigger this requirement, but you should confirm your specific situation with the designated sponsor before accepting an offer, as a waiver process exists if the requirement does apply.
How do I find host employers that are familiar with J-1 training programs for finance roles?
Migrate Mate lets you search Finance Analyst positions at U.S. employers that have a track record of hosting international professionals, which significantly reduces friction during the DS-2019 preparation process. Employers who have hosted J-1 trainees before already understand training plan requirements, E-Verify enrollment, and program monitoring obligations, making the path from offer to visa approval substantially smoother than working with an employer encountering the program for the first time.
Can a Finance Analyst J-1 trainee change host employers after the DS-2019 is issued?
Changing host employers after your DS-2019 is issued requires your designated sponsor to issue an amended or new DS-2019 reflecting the updated host organization, training location, and revised training plan. The new host employer must independently satisfy the sponsor's vetting requirements, including E-Verify enrollment if the sponsor mandates it. Starting work at the new employer before the amended DS-2019 is issued puts your J-1 status at risk, so do not make the switch until the paperwork is complete.