J-1 Visa Finance Business Partner Jobs
Finance Business Partner roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa Trainee or Intern sponsorship, depending on your career stage. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while the U.S. company serves as your host employer. No lottery, no annual cap.
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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 in Finance Business Partner
Document your degree-to-role alignment clearly
J-1 Trainee sponsorship requires proof that your finance degree and prior work directly relate to the FP&A, budgeting, or strategic analysis work you'll do in the U.S. Prepare transcripts, a role description, and a narrative connecting both.
Target host employers with structured training programs
Designated sponsors require a detailed training plan signed by your host employer before issuing a DS-2019. Companies with formal rotational finance programs or graduate development tracks are far more likely to complete this paperwork without friction.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility before applying
The Intern category requires you to be enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program. If you've been working in finance for a year or more post-graduation, Trainee is the correct category. Applying under the wrong category delays or voids your sponsorship.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned finance roles
Search Migrate Mate for Finance Business Partner positions at U.S. employers with a history of hosting international professionals. Filtering by sponsorship type helps you avoid roles where the employer has no established relationship with a designated sponsor.
Check whether the 2-year home residency requirement applies
Your DS-2019 will indicate if you're subject to the two-year home-country physical presence requirement. Government-funded trainees and nationals of certain countries face this rule, which affects any future H-1B visa or green card plans before the requirement is fulfilled.
Verify your host employer's willingness before the offer stage
Before accepting an offer, confirm the employer will sign a Form DS-7002 training plan and coordinate with a designated sponsor such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT. Some finance teams assume HR handles this automatically, but smaller companies often need time to assess the process.
Finance Business Partner J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Finance Business Partner role?
It depends on your career stage. If you're currently enrolled in a degree program or graduated within 12 months, the Intern category applies. If you've been working in finance for at least a year post-graduation, the Trainee category is correct. Finance Business Partner roles typically fall under Trainee because they require prior professional experience in financial planning, analysis, or business performance management.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Finance Business Partner position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or IIE issue your DS-2019 form and monitor your program compliance. The U.S. company where you work is your host employer, not your visa sponsor. Your employer must agree to the training plan and working conditions, but the designated sponsor holds legal responsibility for the exchange program.
What documents does a Finance Business Partner trainee need before a sponsor issues the DS-2019?
You'll need a completed Form DS-7002 training plan signed by your host employer, transcripts or degree certificates showing a finance-related field of study, proof of prior relevant work experience, and a letter from your host employer confirming the position details. The designated sponsor reviews all of these before issuing the DS-2019. Missing or vague training plan documentation is the most common reason for delays.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 Finance Business Partner?
Migrate Mate lists Finance Business Partner roles at U.S. employers that are open to hosting international professionals under J-1 sponsorship categories. Because the J-1 requires the host employer to commit to a formal training plan, targeting companies already familiar with the process significantly reduces the risk of an offer falling through at the paperwork stage.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Finance Business Partners on J-1 Trainee status?
It can. The requirement applies if your J-1 program is funded by the U.S. or your home-country government, or if your home country appears on the State Department's skills list. If it applies, you must return to your home country for two years before changing to H-1B, L-1 visa, or applying for a green card. Check your DS-2019 and consult USCIS guidance to confirm whether this restriction applies to your specific situation.