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Human Resources roles in the United States are available to international professionals through the J-1 visa Trainee and Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Securing sponsorship requires a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019, not the hiring employer directly.
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Working Title SkillBridge Human Resources Training and Development Intern - Transitioning Services Members Only - (Cohort 1 - Starting January 4, 2027)
Appointment Type Adjunct
Purpose of Position
Christopher Newport University is seeking a SkillBridge participant to support the Human Resources (HR) department in a coordinator capacity. The participant will report to the Training and Development Manager. This internship provides immersive, mentored experience in a civilian HR department, supporting a seamless transition from military service to professional employment in HR.
Job Duties:
- Assist in planning, organizing, and executing training and development programs, including New Employee Orientation and Supervisor/Leadership Development initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Training & Development Manager to design and implement inclusive onboarding programs.
- Work with HR Systems Managers to revise and standardize current SOPs.
- Update and refresh content on the CNU Human Resources website.
- Assist in translating onboarding materials into inclusive language/languages.
- Provide high-quality, professional customer service to all stakeholders including students, faculty, staff, applicants, and employees.
- Adhere to workplace safety policies and university operational standards.
- Design, develop, manage, and implement special programs and trainings that support Human Resources best practices in accordance with the Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM), Commonwealth and CNU Policies. Assist in training, exercise, and program implementations as requested.
- Review, revise, and maintain current training presentations and handouts to ensure compliance with CNU, DHRM, and federal/state standards.
- Develop and maintain very positive and professional customer service and/or relations within the office/department and with all constituencies to include students, faculty, staff, guests, and employees.
- Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude and treats everyone with dignity and respect. Fully supports the “Student’s First” value at CNU and routinely goes the extra mile in providing service.
- Follow workplace safety regulations and adhere to applicable standards, processes, and programs established for your position.
- Immediately report work-related incidents and unsafe work conditions to your supervisor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must meet eligibility requirements set forth by the SkillBridge program in order to participate.
Departmental Information
The Office of Human Resources (HR) at Christopher Newport University helps create, instill and foster a culture and community in which to work and learn by attracting, hiring, supporting, developing and serving highly talented, caring and committed employees. This position is a partnership through SkillBridge, a Department of Defense program. Christopher Newport University anticipates hosting a SkillBridge intern anywhere from 90-120 days. For more information on the SkillBridge program, please click this link.
CNU Information
Christopher Newport University is a public liberal arts and sciences institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, research and student success. Our efforts are guided by our vision: “Anchored in excellence and focused on students, Christopher Newport University aspires to be the nation’s premier regional public university, offering an innovative education embedded in the liberal arts that advances the values of honor, service, scholarship, and leadership to empower graduates to lead lives of significance.”
Located in Newport News, Virginia, CNU enrolls approximately 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students in more than 90 areas of study. Our modern, walkable campus features world-class arts facilities, advanced technology, and a close-knit community that fosters collaboration and discovery. Just minutes from family neighborhoods, locally-owned businesses, historic sites, unique cultural attractions, and beautiful parks – and a short drive to beaches, Colonial Williamsburg, and Norfolk – CNU offers an exceptional place to advance your career, contribute to a community of scholars, and inspire the next generation.
Christopher Newport University is committed to ensuring that all people are welcomed, honored, and fully engaged in the life of our academic community. We recruit exceptional and diverse faculty and encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in their profession. For further details and information about Christopher Newport, visit http://www.cnu.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F277P
Posting Date 03/05/2026
Review Begin Date 05/15/2026
Application Instructions
This position will be posted until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Please include a current resume and contact information for three references.
Search finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check.
Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.
EEO/Diversity Statement(s)
Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement
Position Information
Working Title SkillBridge Human Resources Training and Development Intern - Transitioning Services Members Only - (Cohort 1 - Starting January 4, 2027)
Appointment Type Adjunct
Purpose of Position
Christopher Newport University is seeking a SkillBridge participant to support the Human Resources (HR) department in a coordinator capacity. The participant will report to the Training and Development Manager. This internship provides immersive, mentored experience in a civilian HR department, supporting a seamless transition from military service to professional employment in HR.
Job Duties:
- Assist in planning, organizing, and executing training and development programs, including New Employee Orientation and Supervisor/Leadership Development initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Training & Development Manager to design and implement inclusive onboarding programs.
- Work with HR Systems Managers to revise and standardize current SOPs.
- Update and refresh content on the CNU Human Resources website.
- Assist in translating onboarding materials into inclusive language/languages.
- Provide high-quality, professional customer service to all stakeholders including students, faculty, staff, applicants, and employees.
- Adhere to workplace safety policies and university operational standards.
- Design, develop, manage, and implement special programs and trainings that support Human Resources best practices in accordance with the Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM), Commonwealth and CNU Policies. Assist in training, exercise, and program implementations as requested.
- Review, revise, and maintain current training presentations and handouts to ensure compliance with CNU, DHRM, and federal/state standards.
- Develop and maintain very positive and professional customer service and/or relations within the office/department and with all constituencies to include students, faculty, staff, guests, and employees.
- Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude and treats everyone with dignity and respect. Fully supports the “Student’s First” value at CNU and routinely goes the extra mile in providing service.
- Follow workplace safety regulations and adhere to applicable standards, processes, and programs established for your position.
- Immediately report work-related incidents and unsafe work conditions to your supervisor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must meet eligibility requirements set forth by the SkillBridge program in order to participate.
Departmental Information
The Office of Human Resources (HR) at Christopher Newport University helps create, instill and foster a culture and community in which to work and learn by attracting, hiring, supporting, developing and serving highly talented, caring and committed employees. This position is a partnership through SkillBridge, a Department of Defense program. Christopher Newport University anticipates hosting a SkillBridge intern anywhere from 90-120 days. For more information on the SkillBridge program, please click this link.
CNU Information
Christopher Newport University is a public liberal arts and sciences institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, research and student success. Our efforts are guided by our vision: “Anchored in excellence and focused on students, Christopher Newport University aspires to be the nation’s premier regional public university, offering an innovative education embedded in the liberal arts that advances the values of honor, service, scholarship, and leadership to empower graduates to lead lives of significance.”
Located in Newport News, Virginia, CNU enrolls approximately 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students in more than 90 areas of study. Our modern, walkable campus features world-class arts facilities, advanced technology, and a close-knit community that fosters collaboration and discovery. Just minutes from family neighborhoods, locally-owned businesses, historic sites, unique cultural attractions, and beautiful parks – and a short drive to beaches, Colonial Williamsburg, and Norfolk – CNU offers an exceptional place to advance your career, contribute to a community of scholars, and inspire the next generation.
Christopher Newport University is committed to ensuring that all people are welcomed, honored, and fully engaged in the life of our academic community. We recruit exceptional and diverse faculty and encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in their profession. For further details and information about Christopher Newport, visit http://www.cnu.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F277P
Posting Date 03/05/2026
Review Begin Date 05/15/2026
Application Instructions
This position will be posted until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Please include a current resume and contact information for three references.
Search finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check.
Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.
EEO/Diversity Statement(s)
Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Human Resources
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
HR generalist and specialist roles increasingly require a degree in human resources, organizational psychology, or business administration. Document your coursework and relevant certifications before approaching host employers, since designated sponsors review your field match during DS-2019 issuance.
Target employers with established J-1 host agreements
Companies that have hosted J-1 Trainees before already have working relationships with designated sponsors and understand training plan requirements. Use Migrate Mate to filter for HR roles at employers with demonstrated J-1 hosting history, cutting out the prospecting work.
Build a training plan before your employer interview
Designated sponsors require a structured Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) that maps your HR activities week by week. Draft a proposed plan covering recruitment support, HRIS exposure, and compliance tasks so your host employer can review and sign it quickly after an offer.
Confirm the 2-year home residency rule applies to you
If your J-1 exchange is government-funded or your home country has a skills-shortage designation, you may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement before switching to H-1B visa or green card status. Verify your DS-2019 remarks section with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Benchmark your training wage using DOL data
Host employers must pay J-1 Trainees at least the same wage as their domestic counterparts doing similar work. Cross-check the role against OFLC Wage Search for your metro area and occupational code so you can flag any offer that falls below the applicable prevailing wage.
Time your application around the 30-day program start rule
USCIS and designated sponsors require you to begin your program within 30 days of the start date printed on your DS-2019. Coordinate your offer acceptance, sponsor enrollment, and travel so your start date is realistic, since late arrivals can trigger status complications.
Human Resources J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Human Resources roles?
Current students pursuing HR degrees typically enter under the J-1 Intern category, which is limited to 12 months and requires enrollment or recent graduation. Professionals with a degree and at least one year of HR work experience qualify for the J-1 Trainee category, which allows up to 18 months and covers more substantive responsibilities like compensation analysis or HR systems administration.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for an HR position?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or CIEE, that issues your DS-2019 and monitors your program compliance. Your hiring employer is the host organization, not the legal sponsor. The host signs your training plan and pays your wages, but cannot issue a DS-2019 or act as your visa sponsor unless they hold their own State Department designation.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host J-1 HR professionals?
Search for HR roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces positions at employers familiar with J-1 program requirements. Many HR departments at mid-size and large companies have hosted J-1 Trainees before and are open to the training plan process. Targeting employers in industries with high HR headcount, such as healthcare systems, financial services, and technology firms, improves your odds of finding a cooperative host.
Can I transfer to an H-1B or stay permanently after a J-1 HR trainee program?
A J-1 Trainee program in HR does not directly lead to a green card or H-1B, and if the two-year home residency requirement appears on your DS-2019, you must return home before switching to most other visa categories. Some participants qualify for a waiver based on hardship or no-objection from their home country government. Confirming your residency obligation before accepting an offer lets you plan your next steps accurately.
What does a J-1 HR training plan need to cover?
The DS-7002 training plan must describe specific HR activities you will perform, the skills you intend to develop, and a phase-by-phase schedule. For HR roles, this typically includes phases covering talent acquisition processes, employee relations, HRIS platforms, and compliance with employment law. Designated sponsors review the plan for educational substance and reject plans that describe routine clerical tasks without a clear learning component.