J-1 Visa Financial Counselor Jobs
Financial Counselor roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsors issue your DS-2019 and coordinate with your host employer throughout the placement. Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. host organizations offering J-1 visa sponsorship for financial counseling positions.
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As a member of the School Counseling staff, the Counseling Intern collaborates with an assigned school counselor to implement the TUSD School Counseling Program. School Counseling Interns are working toward their Master's Degree in School Counseling (or a related field), and are provided with mentorship from our Certified School Counselor.
Our School Counselors Implement the American School Counselor Association National Model (ASCA). As a member of the School Counseling staff, the counselor is to provide a comprehensive school counseling program for all students at the school site while ensuring equity and access for all students.
School Counselors work at all levels of the school system to support the social, emotional, and academic well-being of students. As a School Counselor, you will collaborate with school and school district staff to help students succeed in all aspects of their lives. This can be helping students through social and emotional challenges or liaising with other agencies and organizations outside the school. You may also help students with course planning and applying for post-secondary education.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Currently enrolled in the last year of a Master’s Degree program in School Counseling that, when completed, meets the requirements for Arizona Department of Education Certification as a School Guidance Counselor
REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE
- Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
- Must hold a valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 30 days of hire)
- MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
- Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience with diverse student populations
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with parents, students, teachers and staff
REPORTS TO: School Site Principal/Counseling Coordinator
COMMENTS
EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
LOCATION: Multiple Locations – District-Wide
FTE: Varies. Typical School Counseling Intern FTE 1.0, 8 hours per day.
WORK MONTHS: 9.5 month
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE TEACHER HIRING PROCESS:
This is a pooled job posting for positions across the district. By applying, your application will be added to a candidate pool accessible to schools or departments seeking to fill current or future vacancies. If your qualifications match the needs of a specific site, you may be contacted directly for further consideration.
If you are having trouble securing an interview, please contact Careers@tusd1.org.
CURRENT VACANCIES:
This is a list of current teacher vacancies, as they become available, listed alphabetically with grade/subject area and FTE. The list is subject to change daily:
For current vacancies please contact the TUSD Guidance & Counseling department at 520-225-6211
Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on the salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.
Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.
SUMMARY:
As a member of the School Counseling staff, the Counseling Intern collaborates with an assigned school counselor to implement the TUSD School Counseling Program. School Counseling Interns are working toward their Master's Degree in School Counseling (or a related field), and are provided with mentorship from our Certified School Counselor.
Our School Counselors Implement the American School Counselor Association National Model (ASCA). As a member of the School Counseling staff, the counselor is to provide a comprehensive school counseling program for all students at the school site while ensuring equity and access for all students.
School Counselors work at all levels of the school system to support the social, emotional, and academic well-being of students. As a School Counselor, you will collaborate with school and school district staff to help students succeed in all aspects of their lives. This can be helping students through social and emotional challenges or liaising with other agencies and organizations outside the school. You may also help students with course planning and applying for post-secondary education.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Currently enrolled in the last year of a Master’s Degree program in School Counseling that, when completed, meets the requirements for Arizona Department of Education Certification as a School Guidance Counselor
REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE
- Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
- Must hold a valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 30 days of hire)
- MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
- Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience with diverse student populations
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with parents, students, teachers and staff
REPORTS TO: School Site Principal/Counseling Coordinator
COMMENTS
EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
LOCATION: Multiple Locations – District-Wide
FTE: Varies. Typical School Counseling Intern FTE 1.0, 8 hours per day.
WORK MONTHS: 9.5 month
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE TEACHER HIRING PROCESS:
This is a pooled job posting for positions across the district. By applying, your application will be added to a candidate pool accessible to schools or departments seeking to fill current or future vacancies. If your qualifications match the needs of a specific site, you may be contacted directly for further consideration.
If you are having trouble securing an interview, please contact Careers@tusd1.org.
CURRENT VACANCIES:
This is a list of current teacher vacancies, as they become available, listed alphabetically with grade/subject area and FTE. The list is subject to change daily:
For current vacancies please contact the TUSD Guidance & Counseling department at 520-225-6211
Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on the salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.
Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Financial Counselor
Document your financial counseling credentials early
Gather transcripts, professional certifications, and employment verification letters before approaching host employers. Trainee category applications require proof of at least one year of post-secondary education or five years of relevant work experience in financial services or counseling.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee program eligibility
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the J-1 Intern category applies. If you've graduated and have professional experience in financial counseling, the Trainee category is the correct path. Applying under the wrong category delays your DS-2019 issuance significantly.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1-aligned host employers
Filter by financial counseling roles to find U.S. employers who have hosted J-1 exchange visitors. Migrate Mate surfaces positions where the host organization's structure is already compatible with designated sponsor requirements, reducing back-and-forth during placement.
Request a training plan draft from your host employer
Your designated sponsor needs a detailed Training/Internship Placement Plan before issuing the DS-2019. Ask your prospective host employer to outline specific learning objectives, supervision structure, and rotation schedules tied to financial counseling competencies, not just a generic job description.
Verify the host employer's willingness to coordinate with a designated sponsor
Many U.S. employers are unfamiliar with J-1 program administration. Confirm early that your prospective host will cooperate with a designated sponsor organization like Cultural Vistas or AIPT, sign the required agreements, and allow periodic compliance monitoring throughout your exchange.
Check the two-year home residency requirement before accepting an offer
Financial counseling placements funded by your home government or a U.S. government program may trigger the J-1 two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Clarify your funding source with your designated sponsor before finalizing any offer.
Financial Counselor J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Financial Counselor roles?
It depends on your status. If you're currently enrolled in a finance, economics, or counseling degree program, the J-1 Intern category applies. If you've already graduated and have professional experience in financial counseling, you'd pursue the Trainee category instead. Your designated sponsor confirms eligibility and issues the DS-2019 based on the category that matches your background.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Financial Counselor position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your hiring employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or the Institute of International Education issue your DS-2019, administer compliance monitoring, and serve as the official sponsor on record. Your hiring employer is the host organization. These are two separate parties with distinct responsibilities under J-1 program rules.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Financial Counselors?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by role type to identify U.S. employers whose positions align with J-1 program requirements for financial counseling. Many employers don't advertise J-1 compatibility explicitly, so using a platform that surfaces that alignment saves significant time compared to cold outreach.
Does the J-1 Trainee program have a duration limit for financial counseling placements?
Yes. The J-1 Trainee category allows a maximum of 18 months for most placements, though those in the hospitality and tourism field are capped at 12 months. Financial counseling placements fall outside the hospitality field, so the 18-month ceiling typically applies. Extensions beyond that limit require re-applying through a designated sponsor after a two-year period outside the United States.
Can I transition to a work visa after completing a J-1 Financial Counselor placement?
Potentially, but the two-year home residency requirement is a key obstacle. If it applies to your situation, you must return home for two years before becoming eligible for an H-1B visa, L-1 visa, or immigrant visa. You can apply for a waiver through DOL, DHS, or your home country's government in certain circumstances, but approval is not guaranteed and the process takes time.