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Graduate positions in the United States are available to international candidates through the J-1 visa under the Intern or Trainee program category, depending on whether you're currently enrolled or recently graduated. A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and arranges sponsorship, your host employer is separate from that sponsor.
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As a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide, we are looking for forward thinkers with unconventional ideas and drive to join our team. Our company culture, which values collaboration and mutual trust, creates the ideal framework for boldly trying new things and questioning the status quo. Our technologies inspire people to develop and produce things that are currently unimaginable. Whether lasers, machine tools, EUV or electronics - TRUMPF is building technological worlds for future generations. Are you ready for new challenges? Launch your international career with TRUMPF through our 21-month Sales & Service Graduate Program. Gain hands-on experience across marketing, sales, and service functions while collaborating with teams in the US, Germany, and other global subsidiaries. Through cross-functional rotations, mentorship, and international exposure, you will build a strong foundation for a long-term career within TRUMPF before transitioning into a permanent role aligned with your strengths and interests.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You’ll Experience
- Cross-Functional Rotations - Gain exposure to key areas within our marketing, sales, and service organizations. Contribute to strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and customer-focused projects while developing a broad understanding of the business.
- International Experience - Work closely with colleagues across the US, Germany, and other international subsidiaries while building a strong global network and learning from diverse perspectives and business environments.
- Customer-Focused Learning - Develop an understanding of the full customer journey by collaborating across teams to support customer success and business growth.
- Market & Business Exposure - Engage with sales partners and experience day-to-day market operations firsthand as part of your rotational assignments.
- Mentorship & Professional Development - Receive guidance from experienced leaders and dedicated program mentors who will support your professional growth throughout the program.
- Continuous Learning Opportunities - Participate in workshops, mentoring programs, and professional development experiences designed to strengthen your business, technical, and leadership skills.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Educational Background - Master’s degree in economics, engineering, business administration, technical business administration, or a related field with strong academic performance.
- Relevant Experience - Internship, co-op, or early professional experience in marketing, sales, service, business development, or related areas.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills - Ability to approach challenges in a structured, analytical, and solution-oriented way while managing complex topics effectively.
- Initiative & Curiosity - A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn, contribute ideas, and take ownership of projects and development opportunities.
- Mobility & International Readiness - Willingness to relocate and work internationally during the program. Participants will begin in the US before transitioning to TRUMPF Headquarters in Germany for a significant portion of the program.
- Visa Eligibility - Ability to obtain a valid work visa for Germany is required.
PROGRAM OUTCOME
Upon successful completion of the program, participants will transition into a permanent role within TRUMPF based on business needs, individual strengths, and career interests.
TRUMPF Inc. endeavors to make TRUMPF careers pages accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance in completing the applications process, please contact our HR department at 860.255.6000 or at HRgeneral@us.trumpf.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of application.
INTRODUCTION
As a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide, we are looking for forward thinkers with unconventional ideas and drive to join our team. Our company culture, which values collaboration and mutual trust, creates the ideal framework for boldly trying new things and questioning the status quo. Our technologies inspire people to develop and produce things that are currently unimaginable. Whether lasers, machine tools, EUV or electronics - TRUMPF is building technological worlds for future generations. Are you ready for new challenges? Launch your international career with TRUMPF through our 21-month Sales & Service Graduate Program. Gain hands-on experience across marketing, sales, and service functions while collaborating with teams in the US, Germany, and other global subsidiaries. Through cross-functional rotations, mentorship, and international exposure, you will build a strong foundation for a long-term career within TRUMPF before transitioning into a permanent role aligned with your strengths and interests.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You’ll Experience
- Cross-Functional Rotations - Gain exposure to key areas within our marketing, sales, and service organizations. Contribute to strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and customer-focused projects while developing a broad understanding of the business.
- International Experience - Work closely with colleagues across the US, Germany, and other international subsidiaries while building a strong global network and learning from diverse perspectives and business environments.
- Customer-Focused Learning - Develop an understanding of the full customer journey by collaborating across teams to support customer success and business growth.
- Market & Business Exposure - Engage with sales partners and experience day-to-day market operations firsthand as part of your rotational assignments.
- Mentorship & Professional Development - Receive guidance from experienced leaders and dedicated program mentors who will support your professional growth throughout the program.
- Continuous Learning Opportunities - Participate in workshops, mentoring programs, and professional development experiences designed to strengthen your business, technical, and leadership skills.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Educational Background - Master’s degree in economics, engineering, business administration, technical business administration, or a related field with strong academic performance.
- Relevant Experience - Internship, co-op, or early professional experience in marketing, sales, service, business development, or related areas.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills - Ability to approach challenges in a structured, analytical, and solution-oriented way while managing complex topics effectively.
- Initiative & Curiosity - A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn, contribute ideas, and take ownership of projects and development opportunities.
- Mobility & International Readiness - Willingness to relocate and work internationally during the program. Participants will begin in the US before transitioning to TRUMPF Headquarters in Germany for a significant portion of the program.
- Visa Eligibility - Ability to obtain a valid work visa for Germany is required.
PROGRAM OUTCOME
Upon successful completion of the program, participants will transition into a permanent role within TRUMPF based on business needs, individual strengths, and career interests.
TRUMPF Inc. endeavors to make TRUMPF careers pages accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance in completing the applications process, please contact our HR department at 860.255.6000 or at HRgeneral@us.trumpf.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of application.
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Confirm your program category before applying
The J-1 visa Intern category requires current enrollment or graduation within the past 12 months. If you graduated more than a year ago, you'll need the Trainee category instead. Applying under the wrong category causes delays and can void your DS-2019.
Check whether the 2-year rule applies
Some Graduate roles in government-funded fields or home-country shortage occupations trigger the 2-year home residency requirement. Confirm with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer, since this affects future H-1B visa or green card eligibility.
Build a training plan that matches your degree
Your designated sponsor needs a detailed training plan tied directly to your academic field. Graduate-level positions require documentation showing how the work builds on your degree, not just general professional development. Vague plans get rejected or trigger additional review.
Target host employers with J-1 experience
Search for Graduate roles on Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers already familiar with hosting J-1 exchange visitors. Employers new to the program often underestimate the training plan and compliance documentation they must provide as a host organization.
Secure a signed offer before contacting sponsors
Designated sponsor organizations such as CIEE or Cultural Vistas cannot issue your DS-2019 without a confirmed host employer and a signed training agreement in place. Reaching out before you have an offer letter delays the process and often goes unanswered.
Verify the host employer's prevailing wage compliance
Your J-1 compensation must meet applicable wage standards. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific Graduate role and location before your offer is finalized, so there are no surprises during the sponsor's compliance review.
Graduate J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Graduate positions?
Most Graduate positions fall under the J-1 Intern category if you're currently enrolled in a degree program or graduated within the past 12 months. If you completed your degree more than a year ago, the Trainee category applies instead. The distinction matters because each category has different maximum duration limits and eligibility requirements set by the U.S. Department of State.
Who is the actual visa sponsor for a J-1 Graduate position?
Your visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or IIE, not your host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 form, monitors program compliance, and acts as your legal sponsor throughout your exchange period. Your host employer is where you work, but they are not the sponsoring entity under the J-1 program.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Graduate interns?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Graduate roles at U.S. employers already familiar with J-1 program requirements. Many employers are willing to host J-1 exchange visitors but don't advertise it prominently. Targeting organizations with prior J-1 hosting experience shortens the onboarding process because they already have relationships with designated sponsor organizations and understand the training plan documentation required.
Does a Graduate J-1 position trigger the 2-year home residency requirement?
It depends on your home country and the funding source for your position. Graduate roles funded by the U.S. government or your home country's government, or roles in fields your home country has designated as shortage areas, typically trigger the 2-year requirement. This means you must return home for two years before applying for certain U.S. visas, including H-1B or immigrant visas. Confirm this with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer.
What does the training plan for a Graduate J-1 position need to include?
Your designated sponsor requires a structured training plan, typically on Form DS-7002, that connects your Graduate-level work directly to your academic field and career goals. The plan must list specific learning objectives, supervision details, and measurable benchmarks. Generic descriptions of job duties don't satisfy the requirement. Your host employer prepares this in coordination with the designated sponsor, and it must be signed before your DS-2019 is issued.