J-1 Visa Financial Specialist Jobs
Financial Specialist roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa 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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At Skillsoft, we believe skills fuel growth. Our mission is to empower every organization and every learner to turn constant change into continuous growth. As part of the team, your skills will help organizations understand what skills they have, what they need next, and how to apply them in ways that drive real performance and progress.
ABOUT THE JOB
Skillsoft is seeking a motivated Financial Analyst Intern to join our finance team Part Time (20 Hours/week) for 6-8 weeks this summer! In this role, you will have the opportunity to help us turn data into actionable insights. You’ll work closely with our senior analysts to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, gaining hands-on experience in how a corporate finance department operates.
Responsibilities
- Data Analysis: Assist in gathering and cleaning financial data from various internal systems
- Reporting: Help prepare monthly, quarterly and ad-hoc financial reports for management
- Market Research: Conduct research on industry trends, competitors, and economic conditions to support strategic planning
- Ad Hoc Projects: Support the finance team with special projects, including process automation and financial modeling
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 0-2 years of Finance experience while currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
- Proficient in MS Office Suite, with hands on Microsoft Excel experience creating VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables and familiarity with tools like Tableau, Power BI, or SQL is a plus
- Analytical Mindset: A natural curiosity for "the story behind the numbers" and strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex data in a simple, clear manner
- Team Player: A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
- East Coast US Timezone
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Mentorship from experienced finance professionals
- Exposure to real-world financial decision-making
COMPENSATION
- Target hourly compensation for this job requisition is anticipated to be approximately $17-20.
- The company may modify salaries, salary ranges and/or Pay Plans from time to time as it deems necessary.
Skillsoft (NYSE: SKIL) is a global leader in AI-native skills management for the human + AI era. By unifying learning, real-time skills intelligence, and workforce insights, Skillsoft helps enterprises build their Skillforce™ — humans and AI working together to drive measurable business outcomes. Through personalized, interactive learning across leadership, technology, and compliance, Skillsoft enables organizations to close critical skill gaps and accelerate transformation. Skillsoft is trusted by thousands of organizations worldwide, including 60% of the Fortune 1000, and supports a global community of more than 105 million learners.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about us. If this opportunity intrigues you, we would love for you to apply!
NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: We value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. Skillsoft does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. All resumes submitted by employment agencies directly to any Skillsoft employee or hiring manager in any form without a signed Skillsoft Employment Agency Agreement on file and search engagement for that position will be deemed unsolicited in nature. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is subsequently hired as a result of the referral or through other means.
Skillsoft is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
INTRODUCTION
At Skillsoft, we believe skills fuel growth. Our mission is to empower every organization and every learner to turn constant change into continuous growth. As part of the team, your skills will help organizations understand what skills they have, what they need next, and how to apply them in ways that drive real performance and progress.
ABOUT THE JOB
Skillsoft is seeking a motivated Financial Analyst Intern to join our finance team Part Time (20 Hours/week) for 6-8 weeks this summer! In this role, you will have the opportunity to help us turn data into actionable insights. You’ll work closely with our senior analysts to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, gaining hands-on experience in how a corporate finance department operates.
Responsibilities
- Data Analysis: Assist in gathering and cleaning financial data from various internal systems
- Reporting: Help prepare monthly, quarterly and ad-hoc financial reports for management
- Market Research: Conduct research on industry trends, competitors, and economic conditions to support strategic planning
- Ad Hoc Projects: Support the finance team with special projects, including process automation and financial modeling
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 0-2 years of Finance experience while currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
- Proficient in MS Office Suite, with hands on Microsoft Excel experience creating VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables and familiarity with tools like Tableau, Power BI, or SQL is a plus
- Analytical Mindset: A natural curiosity for "the story behind the numbers" and strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex data in a simple, clear manner
- Team Player: A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
- East Coast US Timezone
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Mentorship from experienced finance professionals
- Exposure to real-world financial decision-making
COMPENSATION
- Target hourly compensation for this job requisition is anticipated to be approximately $17-20.
- The company may modify salaries, salary ranges and/or Pay Plans from time to time as it deems necessary.
Skillsoft (NYSE: SKIL) is a global leader in AI-native skills management for the human + AI era. By unifying learning, real-time skills intelligence, and workforce insights, Skillsoft helps enterprises build their Skillforce™ — humans and AI working together to drive measurable business outcomes. Through personalized, interactive learning across leadership, technology, and compliance, Skillsoft enables organizations to close critical skill gaps and accelerate transformation. Skillsoft is trusted by thousands of organizations worldwide, including 60% of the Fortune 1000, and supports a global community of more than 105 million learners.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about us. If this opportunity intrigues you, we would love for you to apply!
NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: We value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. Skillsoft does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. All resumes submitted by employment agencies directly to any Skillsoft employee or hiring manager in any form without a signed Skillsoft Employment Agency Agreement on file and search engagement for that position will be deemed unsolicited in nature. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is subsequently hired as a result of the referral or through other means.
Skillsoft is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
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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.
Financial 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.