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IT Administrator roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to work with a designated sponsor for J-1 sponsorship is the first practical hurdle, and the right search strategy makes the difference.
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Wave Life Sciences is a biotechnology company focused on unlocking the broad potential of RNA medicines to transform human health. Our RNA medicines platform, PRISM, combines multiple modalities, chemistry innovation and deep insights in human genetics to deliver scientific breakthroughs that treat both rare and prevalent disorders. Our toolkit of RNA-targeting modalities includes editing, splicing, RNA interference and antisense silencing, providing us with unmatched capabilities for designing and sustainably delivering candidates that optimally address disease biology. Our diversified pipeline includes clinical programs in Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and Huntington’s disease, as well as a clinical program in obesity and a preclinical program in NASH/MASH. Driven by the calling to “Reimagine Possible”, we are leading the charge toward a world in which human potential is no longer hindered by the burden of disease.
Wave Life Sciences is looking for a Systems Administrator Co-op for our Fall 2026 Internship/Co-Op Program. In this role, you will interact with senior leaders, learn directly from business partners, and leverage our unique business practices while taking on various assignments. A good System Administrator must have excellent communication skills since they work directly with employees across an organization to understand their needs and ensure all employees can work as efficiently as possible. They also need a strong technical understanding of information systems to address issues that arise across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Typical responsibilities include providing services to the day-to-day operating objectives of the assigned area, participating in Wave IT projects and programs, and supporting the Head of IT Operations.
- Gain knowledge of the IT Department technologies and procedures.
- Receives guidance, training, and mentoring from senior IT Team members in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.
- Assist team members by performing tasks necessary to support Enterprise Infrastructure as well as build foundational skills and knowledge.
- Assist with ticket management and resolution.
- Effectively communicate with the customers, manager, mentors, and team members on the status of work. Ask relevant questions and listen attentively with patience as part of communication.
- Utilize FreshService and Atlassian applications to coordinate support activities.
- Participating in infrastructure related projects and commit to thorough documentation and knowledge sharing.
- Knowledge Base (KB) documentation creation and updates.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a Computer Science or a related field bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college/university.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
- Strong Windows OS background.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be well-organized and have the ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to manage responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to take direction needed to resolve incidents quickly and effectively.
- Able to complete routine tasks independently over time. This includes gaining the functional, technical, and problem-solving skills needed to complete assignments.
Wave Life Sciences provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wave Life Sciences complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Wave Life Sciences expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Wave Life Sciences’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
We value our relationships with professional recruitment firms. To protect the interests of all parties, and given the large volume of inquiries received from third-party placement agencies, we are not able to respond to all agency inquiries. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates for current or future positions. Submission of unsolicited resumes in advance of a signed agreement between our company and a placement agency does not create an implied obligation and, if an unsolicited candidate represented by a placement agency is hired, we are not obligated to pay a fee. Only approved recruitment firms will be allowed to provide services to Wave Life Sciences, USA.
Job Description
Wave Life Sciences is a biotechnology company focused on unlocking the broad potential of RNA medicines to transform human health. Our RNA medicines platform, PRISM, combines multiple modalities, chemistry innovation and deep insights in human genetics to deliver scientific breakthroughs that treat both rare and prevalent disorders. Our toolkit of RNA-targeting modalities includes editing, splicing, RNA interference and antisense silencing, providing us with unmatched capabilities for designing and sustainably delivering candidates that optimally address disease biology. Our diversified pipeline includes clinical programs in Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and Huntington’s disease, as well as a clinical program in obesity and a preclinical program in NASH/MASH. Driven by the calling to “Reimagine Possible”, we are leading the charge toward a world in which human potential is no longer hindered by the burden of disease.
Wave Life Sciences is looking for a Systems Administrator Co-op for our Fall 2026 Internship/Co-Op Program. In this role, you will interact with senior leaders, learn directly from business partners, and leverage our unique business practices while taking on various assignments. A good System Administrator must have excellent communication skills since they work directly with employees across an organization to understand their needs and ensure all employees can work as efficiently as possible. They also need a strong technical understanding of information systems to address issues that arise across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Typical responsibilities include providing services to the day-to-day operating objectives of the assigned area, participating in Wave IT projects and programs, and supporting the Head of IT Operations.
- Gain knowledge of the IT Department technologies and procedures.
- Receives guidance, training, and mentoring from senior IT Team members in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.
- Assist team members by performing tasks necessary to support Enterprise Infrastructure as well as build foundational skills and knowledge.
- Assist with ticket management and resolution.
- Effectively communicate with the customers, manager, mentors, and team members on the status of work. Ask relevant questions and listen attentively with patience as part of communication.
- Utilize FreshService and Atlassian applications to coordinate support activities.
- Participating in infrastructure related projects and commit to thorough documentation and knowledge sharing.
- Knowledge Base (KB) documentation creation and updates.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a Computer Science or a related field bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college/university.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
- Strong Windows OS background.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be well-organized and have the ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to manage responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to take direction needed to resolve incidents quickly and effectively.
- Able to complete routine tasks independently over time. This includes gaining the functional, technical, and problem-solving skills needed to complete assignments.
Wave Life Sciences provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wave Life Sciences complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Wave Life Sciences expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Wave Life Sciences’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
We value our relationships with professional recruitment firms. To protect the interests of all parties, and given the large volume of inquiries received from third-party placement agencies, we are not able to respond to all agency inquiries. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates for current or future positions. Submission of unsolicited resumes in advance of a signed agreement between our company and a placement agency does not create an implied obligation and, if an unsolicited candidate represented by a placement agency is hired, we are not obligated to pay a fee. Only approved recruitment firms will be allowed to provide services to Wave Life Sciences, USA.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an IT Administrator
Document your IT credentials before applying
Gather transcripts, certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco), and employer reference letters before contacting host employers. Designated sponsors issuing your DS-2019 will require these to verify your technical background matches the Trainee or Intern category.
Target host employers with existing J-1 infrastructure
Universities, research institutes, and multinational technology firms regularly host J-1 exchange visitors and already understand the DS-2019 process. Focusing your search on these organizations cuts weeks off the coordination time between the host and your designated sponsor.
Search for J-1-compatible IT roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces U.S. IT Administrator roles from employers familiar with exchange visitor programs. Use it to identify host organizations actively open to J-1 arrangements before cold-contacting companies that have no existing sponsor relationships.
Build a compliant training plan with your host employer
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) before issuing the DS-2019. Work with your prospective host to map specific IT duties, supervision methods, and learning objectives week by week.
Verify whether the role triggers a two-year requirement
IT Administrator positions funded by a government or international organization may subject you to the two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e). Confirm the funding source with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since a waiver application to USCIS takes additional months.
Confirm the host employer's wage meets DOL standards
Your compensation as a J-1 Trainee must be commensurate with similarly situated U.S. workers. Cross-check the offered rate against the OFLC Wage Search and the O*NET occupation profile for IT Administrator roles before the training plan is finalized.
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Find IT Administrator JobsIT Administrator J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to IT Administrator positions?
It depends on your career stage. If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies and covers IT-related coursework tied to your studies. If you've graduated or have professional experience in information technology, the Trainee category is the correct fit. Both require a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019, not your host employer.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as an IT Administrator?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, that issues the DS-2019 and monitors your exchange program compliance. The company where you work daily is your host employer, not your sponsor. These are two separate parties with different legal roles, and confusing them can stall your application.
How do I find host employers open to J-1 IT Administrator arrangements?
Start your search on Migrate Mate, which lets you identify U.S. employers familiar with exchange visitor programs and open to hosting J-1 participants in IT roles. Universities, research institutions, and established technology companies tend to have the administrative infrastructure to coordinate smoothly with a designated sponsor, making them practical first targets.
What is the DS-7002 and why does it matter for IT roles?
The DS-7002 is the Training or Internship Placement Plan that your host employer and designated sponsor must complete before your DS-2019 is issued. For IT Administrator positions, it must detail the specific technical skills you'll develop, the supervision structure, and a week-by-week or phase-by-phase breakdown of duties. Vague or generic training plans are a common reason for delays.
Can I stay in the United States and change employers after my J-1 IT Administrator program ends?
Not automatically. When your J-1 program ends, you have a 30-day grace period to depart or change status. Switching to a different work visa, such as H-1B, requires a separate employer petition and USCIS approval. If your role triggered the two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e), you must fulfill or waive it before most other visa categories become available.
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