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Food Technologist positions in the United States are available to qualified professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Research Scholar program category. Host employers in food manufacturing, product development, and regulatory affairs partner with State Department-designated sponsors to issue your DS-2019 and manage program compliance.
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Intern - Food Animal Medicine and Surgery Specialty
Appointment Type:
Post Doc/Trainee
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
Iowa State University (ISU) is offering a one year Food Animal Medicine and Surgery specialty internship. The internship is distinguished by a high-volume, diverse caseload for food animals and South American camelids. The caseload is characterized by 65% cattle, 30% small ruminants, and 5% pigs and camelids with a large percentage of the cases being true production livestock in addition to companion and high-value show and genetics livestock. The service additionally performs a large variety of food animal surgeries both elective and emergency.
The College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University, Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center, and Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine offers a Food Animal Medicine and Surgery Internship program designed to prepare interns for specialty residency and/or obtain further proficiency in Food Animal Medicine and Surgery. The internship program is one year in duration.
Interns will primarily be assigned clinical duty within the Food Animal and Camelid Hospital and will share primary emergency duties with other food animal medicine residents and interns. Emergency duty will be supported by clinical faculty.
Interns will also have the opportunity to rotate through other clinical services such as equine medicine, theriogenology, food animal field services, radiology, and clinical pathology or additional services depending on intern interests. Interns participate in clinical rounds, seminars, journal club, continuing education programs, and various sections and departmental academic programs. Two weeks are assigned for vacation and/or research opportunities. The Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center is a state-of-the-art facility that provides specialized care and comprehensive medical and surgical services for companion and large animals throughout Iowa and surrounding states. Our clinicians, residents, interns, technicians, staff, and senior veterinary students work collaboratively to provide 24-hour, high-quality care to animal patients. Iowa State University offers a competitive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages to interns.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- DVM or equivalent degree.
- Registration with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy in compliance with the Controlled Substances Registration Act will be required prior to clinical practice.
- Licensure by the State of Iowa Board of Veterinary Medicine upon employment start date.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong interest in food animal and camelid medicine.
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
- Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various voluntary benefits and discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing Program
Proposed Start Date:
July 15, 2026
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
Post Docs
Original Posting Date:
June 17, 2026
Posting Close Date:
June 30, 2026
Job Requisition Number:
R19398
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
Position Title:
Intern - Food Animal Medicine and Surgery Specialty
Appointment Type:
Post Doc/Trainee
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
Iowa State University (ISU) is offering a one year Food Animal Medicine and Surgery specialty internship. The internship is distinguished by a high-volume, diverse caseload for food animals and South American camelids. The caseload is characterized by 65% cattle, 30% small ruminants, and 5% pigs and camelids with a large percentage of the cases being true production livestock in addition to companion and high-value show and genetics livestock. The service additionally performs a large variety of food animal surgeries both elective and emergency.
The College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University, Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center, and Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine offers a Food Animal Medicine and Surgery Internship program designed to prepare interns for specialty residency and/or obtain further proficiency in Food Animal Medicine and Surgery. The internship program is one year in duration.
Interns will primarily be assigned clinical duty within the Food Animal and Camelid Hospital and will share primary emergency duties with other food animal medicine residents and interns. Emergency duty will be supported by clinical faculty.
Interns will also have the opportunity to rotate through other clinical services such as equine medicine, theriogenology, food animal field services, radiology, and clinical pathology or additional services depending on intern interests. Interns participate in clinical rounds, seminars, journal club, continuing education programs, and various sections and departmental academic programs. Two weeks are assigned for vacation and/or research opportunities. The Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center is a state-of-the-art facility that provides specialized care and comprehensive medical and surgical services for companion and large animals throughout Iowa and surrounding states. Our clinicians, residents, interns, technicians, staff, and senior veterinary students work collaboratively to provide 24-hour, high-quality care to animal patients. Iowa State University offers a competitive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages to interns.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- DVM or equivalent degree.
- Registration with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy in compliance with the Controlled Substances Registration Act will be required prior to clinical practice.
- Licensure by the State of Iowa Board of Veterinary Medicine upon employment start date.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong interest in food animal and camelid medicine.
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
- Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various voluntary benefits and discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing Program
Proposed Start Date:
July 15, 2026
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
Post Docs
Original Posting Date:
June 17, 2026
Posting Close Date:
June 30, 2026
Job Requisition Number:
R19398
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Food Technologist
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
Pull your O*NET profile for Food Technologist (19-1012.00) and confirm your degree field matches the role's core functions. A degree in food science, food engineering, or a closely related discipline strengthens your training plan and satisfies most designated sponsors' eligibility review.
Target host employers with active R&D or QA labs
Food manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, and contract research organizations are the most consistent host sites for J-1 visa Trainee and Research Scholar placements. Look for companies with dedicated product development or food safety teams, since the training plan must document structured, supervised skill-building, not routine production work.
Search for J-1-compatible roles using Migrate Mate
Filter your Food Technologist job search by employers with J-1 sponsorship history using Migrate Mate. Targeting companies that have hosted J-1 participants before cuts down on employer education and speeds up the host agreement process with your designated sponsor.
Draft your training plan before approaching employers
The DS-7002 training plan must specify learning objectives, phases, and supervision structure before a designated sponsor issues your DS-2019. Arriving at the offer stage with a draft plan tailored to food science competencies, such as HACCP application or sensory evaluation methods, reduces back-and-forth and accelerates approval.
Confirm whether your category triggers the two-year home residency requirement
Trainees generally are not subject to the two-year home residency requirement, but Research Scholars funded by their home government or working in a field on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may be. Check DOL and State Department guidance early so the requirement doesn't interfere with post-program plans.
Clarify wage compliance expectations with your host employer
J-1 regulations require that your compensation matches what a similarly situated U.S. worker earns. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up prevailing wages for food technologist roles by region, then confirm your offer letter reflects that level before the designated sponsor countersigns your training plan.
Food Technologist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Food Technologist role?
It depends on your career stage. If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category covers structured training at a U.S. host employer. If you've graduated within the past 12 months or are an early-career professional, the Trainee category applies, allowing up to 18 months of supervised training. Senior researchers or academics leading food science projects may qualify under the Research Scholar category instead.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Food Technologist position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hiring employer. Organizations such as AIPT or Cultural Vistas issue your DS-2019, monitor program compliance, and maintain the training plan on file. Your host employer, which is the food company or lab where you work, is a separate party. The host signs the training plan but does not hold sponsor status or issue immigration documents.
How do I find host employers willing to support a J-1 Food Technologist placement?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Food Technologist roles by employers that have J-1 sponsorship history, which narrows your search to companies already familiar with the host agreement process. Hosts with active quality assurance, product development, or regulatory affairs teams are most likely to have the supervised training structure that designated sponsors require when reviewing your DS-7002 training plan.
Can a Food Technologist on a J-1 visa switch host employers mid-program?
Changing host employers during a J-1 program requires your designated sponsor's approval and a revised DS-7002 training plan that reflects the new placement. The new host must meet the same requirements as the original, including adequate supervision and a structured learning environment. Your DS-2019 category and end date remain tied to sponsor oversight, so any change must be processed through them, not directly with USCIS.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Food Technologists on J-1 visas?
Not automatically. The two-year home residency requirement applies when a participant is government-funded, comes from a country on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or receives graduate medical education. Most Trainee-category Food Technologists are not subject to it, but if your training is sponsored by your home government or your country lists food science on its skills list, you'll need to confirm your status with your designated sponsor before making post-program plans.