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Financial Specialist roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 Specialist or J-1 Trainee program category, both of which require sponsorship from a U.S. Department of State-designated organization. Host employers in banking, asset management, corporate finance, and government contracting regularly partner with designated sponsors to bring qualified candidates on J-1 exchanges.
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EIC Financial Analyst - Intern
Job Description
Cushman & Wakefield, a global commercial real estate services firm, is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of a Financial Analyst – Summer Intern for our Multifamily Advisory Group (MAG) in our Atlanta, GA Office. As the Southeast’s most active brokerage firm, MAG is distinguished by an unmatched regional focus with an outstanding national platform that maximizes results.
This multifaceted role is responsible for analyzing the market position and value of multifamily investment properties. Key tasks associated with this are the drafting of Broker Opinion of Values (BOVs) and Offering Memorandums (OMs) in conjunction with various underlying analyses and research.
Job Responsibilities
- Create Broker Opinion of Values and Marketing Materials in Excel and work closely with the Associates and Graphics team to schedule and meet deadlines.
- Underwrite and evaluate the financial performances and trends of assets to prepare valuation.
- Perform extensive research, including but not limited to, reviewing and analyzing financial reports, studying comparable properties, collect information on the immediate area (demographics) and overall market.
- Present all of your findings to Broker in a concise form.
- Compile location information on target markets, such as recent articles, job announcements, new development, etc. and update Broker frequently.
- Communicate professionally to clients in the execution phase of the sales process (including assisting with Marketing Timelines, Scheduling Tours, Weekly Activity Reports, Due Diligence, Closing, etc.).
- Answer financial questions to Prospective Purchasers via email as they review and assess the Marketing Materials for a particular opportunity.
- Maintain owner database and track loan maturities for Business Development.
- Additional various responsibilities to support Broker that will contribute to revenue growth.
- Maintain rent and sales comp database.
Position Requirements
- Real estate educational background or experience preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel
- Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication essential
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask on several projects
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $16.15 - $19.00
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
Job Title
EIC Financial Analyst - Intern
Job Description
Cushman & Wakefield, a global commercial real estate services firm, is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of a Financial Analyst – Summer Intern for our Multifamily Advisory Group (MAG) in our Atlanta, GA Office. As the Southeast’s most active brokerage firm, MAG is distinguished by an unmatched regional focus with an outstanding national platform that maximizes results.
This multifaceted role is responsible for analyzing the market position and value of multifamily investment properties. Key tasks associated with this are the drafting of Broker Opinion of Values (BOVs) and Offering Memorandums (OMs) in conjunction with various underlying analyses and research.
Job Responsibilities
- Create Broker Opinion of Values and Marketing Materials in Excel and work closely with the Associates and Graphics team to schedule and meet deadlines.
- Underwrite and evaluate the financial performances and trends of assets to prepare valuation.
- Perform extensive research, including but not limited to, reviewing and analyzing financial reports, studying comparable properties, collect information on the immediate area (demographics) and overall market.
- Present all of your findings to Broker in a concise form.
- Compile location information on target markets, such as recent articles, job announcements, new development, etc. and update Broker frequently.
- Communicate professionally to clients in the execution phase of the sales process (including assisting with Marketing Timelines, Scheduling Tours, Weekly Activity Reports, Due Diligence, Closing, etc.).
- Answer financial questions to Prospective Purchasers via email as they review and assess the Marketing Materials for a particular opportunity.
- Maintain owner database and track loan maturities for Business Development.
- Additional various responsibilities to support Broker that will contribute to revenue growth.
- Maintain rent and sales comp database.
Position Requirements
- Real estate educational background or experience preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel
- Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication essential
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask on several projects
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $16.15 - $19.00
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Financial Specialist
Document your finance credentials precisely
Designated sponsors evaluate your degree field and work history against the J-1 Trainee or Specialist category definitions. Gather transcripts, professional licenses, and a detailed employment history showing progression in financial analysis, budgeting, or similar functions before contacting any sponsor.
Search for roles using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Financial Specialist positions at U.S. employers that have structured J-1 exchange programs. Targeting employers with existing exchange relationships shortens the sponsorship setup timeline significantly compared to approaching employers with no prior J-1 history.
Verify your role qualifies under O*NET
Sponsors confirm that your offered position matches a recognized specialty occupation. Cross-reference the Financial Specialist role against O*NET to confirm the required education level and typical duties align with what your host employer is actually offering you.
Confirm your host employer will sign the training plan
The J-1 Training Plan, not your offer letter, is what the designated sponsor reviews and countersigns. Before accepting an offer, ask the employer explicitly whether they'll commit to completing the DOL-format training objectives and maintaining SEVIS-required progress documentation throughout your program.
Check the 2-year home residency requirement early
J-1 Trainee and Specialist participants from certain countries, or funded by their home government, are subject to a 2-year home-country residency requirement before changing to most other visa categories. Confirm your waiver eligibility with USCIS before structuring your long-term career plans around U.S. employment.
Align program duration with your training objectives
J-1 Trainee programs cap at 18 months for most business and finance fields. Build your training plan timeline backward from that ceiling, so your host employer's onboarding structure, project cycles, and internal rotations fit within the maximum authorized period without requiring an extension.
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Find Financial Specialist JobsFinancial Specialist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Financial Specialist role?
Most Financial Specialist candidates qualify under the J-1 Trainee category, which covers post-degree professionals with at least one year of relevant experience seeking structured training in finance, accounting, or business operations. Candidates with advanced credentials and a specific exchange purpose may qualify as a J-1 Specialist instead. Current students completing a degree are eligible under the J-1 Intern category rather than Trainee.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Financial Specialist position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, not the hiring employer. The employer acts as the host and provides the work environment, while the designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, monitors your program compliance, and remains responsible to the State Department throughout your exchange period.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 Financial Specialist?
Migrate Mate lets you search Financial Specialist roles at U.S. employers that are structured around exchange visitor programs. Targeting companies with established host relationships saves time because their HR teams already understand training plan requirements, SEVIS reporting obligations, and the distinction between themselves as hosts and a designated sponsor as the actual visa issuing authority.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement apply to Financial Specialists?
It depends on your nationality, funding source, and whether your home country has a skills shortage designation for finance-related fields. Participants funded by their home government or a U.S. government program are generally subject to the requirement. USCIS handles waiver applications if you qualify for one, but you should confirm your status before finalizing any long-term employment plans in the United States.
Can my J-1 training plan include rotations across multiple finance departments?
Yes, and multi-department rotations are common in corporate finance and banking J-1 programs. Your training plan must document objectives, timeline, and supervision for each rotation phase. The designated sponsor reviews the full plan before issuing your DS-2019, so each phase needs clearly defined learning goals tied to your finance specialty, not open-ended shadowing or general administrative tasks.
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