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Investment Banking Analyst roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Host employers in investment banks work alongside a State Department-designated sponsor organization that issues your DS-2019 and manages compliance throughout your exchange program.
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RedTire is a KU School of Business venture designed to enhance the economic well-being of Kansas and the surrounding states. The program finds the most suitably qualified candidate buyers to match with a successful small- to medium-sized business, preventing the shuttering of the business due to a lack of an owner successor. RedTire assists in successfully transitioning the business to new ownership and relies on University of Kansas (KU) student interns for the financial analysis and valuation modeling phases of the process.
The KU student analyst’s first objective is to provide assistance to the RedTire Director so that quality business and technical consulting assistance to RedTire clients is provided. Secondly, the aim of the role is to also provide an excellent experimental learning opportunity to the KU student. They will work on ‘live real-world’ case scenarios to successfully transition a business from a retiring owner by redefining their retirement to a new, younger owner who will acquire their business. The position works on-site at Capitol Federal Hall and will receive $10.25 per hour during the initial training period. Ideal candidates will continue in the role for multiple semesters and receive increasing wage adjustments for returning semesters, commensurate with performance.
The KU student in this position will receive the benefit of:
* Applying academic valuation techniques to a live company and learning other small business valuation techniques that are not generally taught in the academic accounting or finance classroom.
* Obtaining direct experience and insight into how the deal process works.
* Gaining valuable experience in dealing with project related work.
* Students employed by RedTire could also meet the KU School of Business internship requirements.
Throughout their employment, student employees will maintain and manifest positive actions that align with and support the Code of Conduct for the School of Business.
Job Description
Job duties may include (but are not limited to):
- 35% - Extrapolate raw financial data (from tax returns and company P&L’s) into RedTire models.
- 25% - Perform business valuation analyses using established models and procedures.
- 15% - Help with industry, location, and market research/risk initiatives.
- 15% - Other ad-hoc financial and modeling analysis duties as required.
- 10% - Assist with day-to-day administration of RedTire and help with leads for candidate business (sellers) and buyers for inclusion in the program.
Required Qualifications
- Business undergraduate student with finance or accounting tracks OR MACC or MBA graduate student with finance.
- Completion or concurrent enrollment in “Finance” - FIN 310 or “Honors Finance” - FIN 311.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working experience in a Finance-related field from an external employer internship covering some aspects of working with financial statements and/or valuation methodologies.
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Additional Candidate Instructions
Submit the following materials: (1) online application, (2) resume, and (3) cover letter. This is a pool position; therefore, hiring and start dates will be ongoing.
Contact Information to Applicants
Denton Zeeman
dentonz@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
Minimum $10.25/hour
Anticipated Start Date
Monday August 24, 2026
Posting Information
- Posting ID: 33183BR
- Department: Business
- Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
- Reg/Temp: Temporary
- Employee Class: S-Student
Position Overview
RedTire is a KU School of Business venture designed to enhance the economic well-being of Kansas and the surrounding states. The program finds the most suitably qualified candidate buyers to match with a successful small- to medium-sized business, preventing the shuttering of the business due to a lack of an owner successor. RedTire assists in successfully transitioning the business to new ownership and relies on University of Kansas (KU) student interns for the financial analysis and valuation modeling phases of the process.
The KU student analyst’s first objective is to provide assistance to the RedTire Director so that quality business and technical consulting assistance to RedTire clients is provided. Secondly, the aim of the role is to also provide an excellent experimental learning opportunity to the KU student. They will work on ‘live real-world’ case scenarios to successfully transition a business from a retiring owner by redefining their retirement to a new, younger owner who will acquire their business. The position works on-site at Capitol Federal Hall and will receive $10.25 per hour during the initial training period. Ideal candidates will continue in the role for multiple semesters and receive increasing wage adjustments for returning semesters, commensurate with performance.
The KU student in this position will receive the benefit of:
* Applying academic valuation techniques to a live company and learning other small business valuation techniques that are not generally taught in the academic accounting or finance classroom.
* Obtaining direct experience and insight into how the deal process works.
* Gaining valuable experience in dealing with project related work.
* Students employed by RedTire could also meet the KU School of Business internship requirements.
Throughout their employment, student employees will maintain and manifest positive actions that align with and support the Code of Conduct for the School of Business.
Job Description
Job duties may include (but are not limited to):
- 35% - Extrapolate raw financial data (from tax returns and company P&L’s) into RedTire models.
- 25% - Perform business valuation analyses using established models and procedures.
- 15% - Help with industry, location, and market research/risk initiatives.
- 15% - Other ad-hoc financial and modeling analysis duties as required.
- 10% - Assist with day-to-day administration of RedTire and help with leads for candidate business (sellers) and buyers for inclusion in the program.
Required Qualifications
- Business undergraduate student with finance or accounting tracks OR MACC or MBA graduate student with finance.
- Completion or concurrent enrollment in “Finance” - FIN 310 or “Honors Finance” - FIN 311.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working experience in a Finance-related field from an external employer internship covering some aspects of working with financial statements and/or valuation methodologies.
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Additional Candidate Instructions
Submit the following materials: (1) online application, (2) resume, and (3) cover letter. This is a pool position; therefore, hiring and start dates will be ongoing.
Contact Information to Applicants
Denton Zeeman
dentonz@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
Minimum $10.25/hour
Anticipated Start Date
Monday August 24, 2026
Posting Information
- Posting ID: 33183BR
- Department: Business
- Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
- Reg/Temp: Temporary
- Employee Class: S-Student
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Investment Banking Analyst
Align your training plan with IB workflows
Your DS-2019 requires a detailed training plan listing specific skills and rotations. Map it to real investment banking functions like financial modeling, pitch book preparation, and deal execution so your designated sponsor can certify it credibly.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee program eligibility
The Intern category applies if you're currently enrolled in a degree program. The Trainee category covers early-career professionals up to five years post-graduation. Applying under the wrong category is a common rejection point, so confirm your status before your host employer approaches a designated sponsor.
Target banks with established exchange visitor histories
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers in finance and investment banking that have hosted J-1 visa exchange visitors before. Hosts with prior experience move faster through the DS-2019 process and understand the training plan documentation requirements.
Prepare your degree equivalency documentation early
Designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas or IIE will verify that your foreign finance or economics degree meets U.S. equivalency standards. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator before you receive a host offer to avoid delays.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement upfront
Investment banking roles in finance and consulting are subject to the two-year home residency requirement if your home country or the U.S. government funded your exchange. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this affects any future H-1B visa or green card path.
Negotiate the training plan scope before signing
Your host employer and designated sponsor must co-sign a Form DS-7002 training plan. Push to include specific deal stages, sector exposure, and quantitative skill benchmarks rather than vague objectives, since USCIS scrutinizes plans that read as regular employment rather than structured training.
Investment Banking Analyst J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Investment Banking Analyst roles?
It depends on where you are in your career. If you're currently enrolled in a university degree program, the Intern category applies and covers placements tied directly to your field of study. If you've graduated within the past five years and are building professional skills, the Trainee category is the correct fit. Investment banking host employers typically work with a designated sponsor to determine which category your background supports before issuing a DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an investment banking role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Entities like Cultural Vistas, IIE, or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form, administer the program, and monitor compliance. The investment bank or financial firm acts as your host employer. You cannot obtain a J-1 through an employer directly the way you would with an H-1B or E-3 visa petition.
How do I find investment banking host employers open to J-1 exchange visitors?
Use Migrate Mate to search for U.S. finance and investment banking employers that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors. Not every bank advertises J-1 placements publicly, so filtering for roles and employers with prior exchange visitor history saves significant time. Targeting firms that already understand the DS-2019 and Form DS-7002 training plan process increases your chances of a smooth placement.
What does the Form DS-7002 training plan need to include for an IB analyst role?
The DS-7002 must outline specific skills, phases of training, and measurable learning objectives tied to investment banking work. Generic descriptions of job duties won't satisfy your designated sponsor or pass State Department review. Include named deal stages such as financial modeling, due diligence support, or sector coverage rotations, along with timeframes for each phase and the supervision structure your host employer will provide.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect investment banking J-1 participants?
It can. If your home country is listed on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or if your exchange was funded by a U.S. government agency or your home government, you'll be subject to a two-year home residency requirement after your program ends. This requirement blocks a direct transition to H-1B or permanent residence without a waiver. Confirm your eligibility status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.