J-1 Visa IT Auditor Jobs
IT Auditor roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Intern program category. Designated sponsor organizations issue the DS-2019 form, letting you gain hands-on experience in IT governance, risk assessment, and compliance frameworks at a U.S. host employer.
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Get Access To All JobsAt U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.
Job Description
What you’ll do
Corporate Audit Services (CAS) is U.S. Bank’s independent internal audit organization and third line of defense. Our Corporate Audit Rotational Program will give you exposure to internal audit through a mix of on-the-job experiences, formal training, and immersion into a network of internal auditors.
As a Staff Auditor, you will:
- Get hands-on experience working on projects to support the engagement team in successfully conducting assigned audits.
- Participate in audit engagement planning, including support of interviewing auditees, identifying and analyzing business processes, and identifying key risks and controls.
- Develop risk and business acumen through training, mentorship, and exposure to senior executives.
- Build a supportive community of peers through a variety of cohort strengthening activities such as social events and development workshops.
- Ensure adherence to all applicable CAS policies and procedures and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards.
- Learn from and apply coaching received.
- Give back to the communities where we live and work.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
Who we’re looking for
Basic qualifications:
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (business – accounting, finance, etc.) with a target graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027
- Ability to start rotational program on July 12, 2027
Preferred qualifications:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to think and work independently, demonstrate a professional demeanor, and have high energy with a can-do attitude.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Proficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages, including Microsoft Office applications and word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations.
- Familiarity with data management and analytics tools and concepts.
- Pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, economics, management information systems, data analytics, or similar discipline.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
Working model and hours:
This role is hybrid. Team members who are in a hybrid role typically spend three days a week at the listed U.S. Bank location(s), while having flexibility on their work location for the other working days.
Rotational program members work approximately 40 hours each week in this full-time role.
The application process
If you are interested in applying and learning more, click on the Apply Now icon to submit your application.
If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.
Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
- Basic term and optional term life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Pregnancy disability and parental leave
- 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
- Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
- Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
- Adoption assistance
- Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Review our full benefits available by employment status here.
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $71,400.00 - $84,000.00
U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.
At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.
Job Description
What you’ll do
Corporate Audit Services (CAS) is U.S. Bank’s independent internal audit organization and third line of defense. Our Corporate Audit Rotational Program will give you exposure to internal audit through a mix of on-the-job experiences, formal training, and immersion into a network of internal auditors.
As a Staff Auditor, you will:
- Get hands-on experience working on projects to support the engagement team in successfully conducting assigned audits.
- Participate in audit engagement planning, including support of interviewing auditees, identifying and analyzing business processes, and identifying key risks and controls.
- Develop risk and business acumen through training, mentorship, and exposure to senior executives.
- Build a supportive community of peers through a variety of cohort strengthening activities such as social events and development workshops.
- Ensure adherence to all applicable CAS policies and procedures and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards.
- Learn from and apply coaching received.
- Give back to the communities where we live and work.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
Who we’re looking for
Basic qualifications:
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (business – accounting, finance, etc.) with a target graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027
- Ability to start rotational program on July 12, 2027
Preferred qualifications:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to think and work independently, demonstrate a professional demeanor, and have high energy with a can-do attitude.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Proficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages, including Microsoft Office applications and word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations.
- Familiarity with data management and analytics tools and concepts.
- Pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, economics, management information systems, data analytics, or similar discipline.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
Working model and hours:
This role is hybrid. Team members who are in a hybrid role typically spend three days a week at the listed U.S. Bank location(s), while having flexibility on their work location for the other working days.
Rotational program members work approximately 40 hours each week in this full-time role.
The application process
If you are interested in applying and learning more, click on the Apply Now icon to submit your application.
If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.
Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
- Basic term and optional term life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Pregnancy disability and parental leave
- 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
- Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
- Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
- Adoption assistance
- Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Review our full benefits available by employment status here.
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $71,400.00 - $84,000.00
U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an IT Auditor
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
The J-1 visa Trainee category requires documented post-secondary education in information systems, accounting, or a related field. Gather transcripts, professional certifications like CISA or CRISC, and employer reference letters before approaching any designated sponsor organization.
Target host employers with active internal audit functions
Financial institutions, publicly traded companies, and healthcare systems subject to SOX, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS audits regularly need IT Auditors. These regulated industries generate the structured training plans that J-1 designated sponsors require before issuing a DS-2019.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned IT Auditor roles
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers actively hosting international professionals in audit and compliance functions. Filtering by role and sponsorship history narrows the list to organizations already familiar with the J-1 host-employer process.
Verify the host employer's training plan obligations
Before signing any offer, confirm the employer will complete a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan with your designated sponsor. Without a signed plan, the sponsor cannot issue your DS-2019, and the visa process cannot proceed regardless of the job offer.
Check whether your role triggers the home residency requirement
IT Auditor positions funded by a government agency or a foreign government may carry the two-year home-country residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Ask your designated sponsor to confirm your funding source classification before your DS-2019 is issued.
Confirm wage compliance through the OFLC Wage Search
Although the J-1 is not a DOL-supervised wage visa, many host employers benchmark IT Auditor compensation against prevailing wage data. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target location and SOC code 13-2011 to verify the offer is competitive and legally defensible.
IT Auditor J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an IT Auditor role?
Most IT Auditors enter the U.S. under the J-1 Trainee category, which covers professionals who have graduated within the past 12 months or have one year of work experience in information systems or a related field. Current students completing a degree program may qualify under the Intern category instead. The Trainee category supports up to 18 months of practical training in IT governance, risk, and compliance functions at a U.S. host employer.
Who actually sponsors a J-1 visa for an IT Auditor?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hiring company. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT administer the program, issue the DS-2019 form, and monitor compliance with training objectives. Your host employer provides the job and the structured training plan, but they are not the legal sponsor. Understanding this distinction matters when you negotiate your offer and confirm which party is responsible for each part of the filing process.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to IT Auditors on a J-1?
It depends on your funding source and country of citizenship. The two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e) applies if your J-1 exchange is financed by your home government or a U.S. government agency, or if your home country has identified your field as one in short supply. IT Auditors from countries that include information technology or finance on their skills list are at higher risk. Your designated sponsor is required to inform you of your waiver status before issuing the DS-2019.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 IT Auditor?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers that have hosted or sponsored international professionals in audit, compliance, and risk roles. Regulated industries such as banking, healthcare, and publicly traded companies are the most consistent hosts because their internal audit functions generate the structured, skills-based training plans that designated sponsors require. Focus your outreach on employers with established international professional programs rather than those new to the J-1 host-employer process.
What documents do I need before a designated sponsor will issue my DS-2019?
Designated sponsors typically require a signed training or internship placement plan co-developed with your host employer, proof of your educational credentials or prior work experience in IT audit or a related field, a passport valid for at least six months beyond your program end date, and evidence of financial support for your stay. Professional certifications such as CISA or relevant coursework in information systems, risk management, or internal controls strengthen your application and demonstrate the structured learning objectives the J-1 program requires.