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IT Support Engineer roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to coordinate with a designated sponsor for DS-2019 sponsorship is the critical first step.
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In business for more than 70 years, Republic Finance is proud to be a trusted lender in over 250 communities across the United States! We specialize in providing flexible lending solutions and incomparable customer service. Driven by our shared mission to pursue excellence for our team, our customers, and our performance, we are continuously improving our customer offerings in tandem with opening more branches in new states each year. We also regularly promote from within and enjoy giving back to the communities we serve. In a nutshell, our company culture is about helping customers, investing in our employee's future, and ensuring that our performance makes an impact on our community!
Are you a current Junior or Senior in college that is seeking an Internship with a Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field Focus? If so, then look no more! Republic Finance is seeking Interns for our Software Development Test Engineer team!
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented IT-Quality Assurance Intern to join our IT-QA team. This position provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with experienced IT professionals while gaining hands-on experience with QA testing practices. As a Test Engineer, you will collaborate with developers, QA teams, and product managers. This role is based in our Plano, TX office on a hybrid schedule.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and implement test plans, test cases, and testing scripts to ensure software applications fulfill functional and non-functional requirements.
- Identify and document defects and issues during testing, collaborating with developers to resolve them.
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to enhance code quality.
- Work alongside cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of software applications that meet quality standards.
- Keep abreast of the latest trends and advancements in software testing and quality assurance.
REQUIREMENTS
- Experience in test analysis is preferred.
- Understanding of software testing principles.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Excellent problem-solving capabilities.
- This is a hybrid position requiring onsite work four days per week at the Plano, TX corporate office.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- Strong academic record and a passion for technology and data analytics.
- Basic understanding of IT Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
BENEFITS:
All employees with Republic Finance can participate in:
- Employee of the Month Program
- Philanthropic support for charities such as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the American Cancer Society
- Professional offices with a friendly team environment
- Employee Assistance Program - Confidential mental health support
All Full-Time employees are eligible for:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal day
- 401k + employer match
- Company provided Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
Republic Finance, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age disability or veteran status in employment opportunities and benefits. Republic Finance, LLC maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.
OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
In business for more than 70 years, Republic Finance is proud to be a trusted lender in over 250 communities across the United States! We specialize in providing flexible lending solutions and incomparable customer service. Driven by our shared mission to pursue excellence for our team, our customers, and our performance, we are continuously improving our customer offerings in tandem with opening more branches in new states each year. We also regularly promote from within and enjoy giving back to the communities we serve. In a nutshell, our company culture is about helping customers, investing in our employee's future, and ensuring that our performance makes an impact on our community!
Are you a current Junior or Senior in college that is seeking an Internship with a Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field Focus? If so, then look no more! Republic Finance is seeking Interns for our Software Development Test Engineer team!
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented IT-Quality Assurance Intern to join our IT-QA team. This position provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with experienced IT professionals while gaining hands-on experience with QA testing practices. As a Test Engineer, you will collaborate with developers, QA teams, and product managers. This role is based in our Plano, TX office on a hybrid schedule.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and implement test plans, test cases, and testing scripts to ensure software applications fulfill functional and non-functional requirements.
- Identify and document defects and issues during testing, collaborating with developers to resolve them.
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to enhance code quality.
- Work alongside cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of software applications that meet quality standards.
- Keep abreast of the latest trends and advancements in software testing and quality assurance.
REQUIREMENTS
- Experience in test analysis is preferred.
- Understanding of software testing principles.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Excellent problem-solving capabilities.
- This is a hybrid position requiring onsite work four days per week at the Plano, TX corporate office.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- Strong academic record and a passion for technology and data analytics.
- Basic understanding of IT Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
BENEFITS:
All employees with Republic Finance can participate in:
- Employee of the Month Program
- Philanthropic support for charities such as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the American Cancer Society
- Professional offices with a friendly team environment
- Employee Assistance Program - Confidential mental health support
All Full-Time employees are eligible for:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal day
- 401k + employer match
- Company provided Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
Republic Finance, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age disability or veteran status in employment opportunities and benefits. Republic Finance, LLC maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an IT Support Engineer
Document your IT credentials before applying
Assemble transcripts, certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco), and a detailed work history before contacting host employers. Designated sponsors assess your technical background when approving your DS-2019, so gaps in documentation slow the process.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee category early
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the J-1 Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past 12 months or have at least one year of relevant IT work experience, the Trainee category is the correct fit.
Target employers with structured IT onboarding programs
Host employers must provide a written training plan under the J-1 Trainee program. Companies running formal IT rotations or graduate development tracks are far more likely to engage a designated sponsor and execute that plan correctly.
Search Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned IT roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. IT Support Engineer positions at employers familiar with exchange visitor hiring. Targeting companies with prior J-1 hosting experience cuts the time spent educating recruiters about the DS-2019 process.
Confirm the host employer's training plan obligations
Once you have an offer, verify the employer will complete Form DS-7002 with your designated sponsor. This training plan must detail your IT duties, supervision structure, and learning objectives before your DS-2019 can be issued.
Check your home-country residency requirement status
IT Support Engineers from countries on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may be subject to the two-year home-country physical presence requirement after their J-1 ends. Confirm your country's status with USCIS before accepting an offer if you plan to pursue other U.S. visa statuses later.
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Find IT Support Engineer JobsIT Support Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an IT Support Engineer role?
The J-1 Trainee category is the standard fit for IT Support Engineers who have graduated within the past 12 months or have at least one year of relevant IT work experience. Current university students pursuing an IT internship would qualify under the J-1 Intern category instead. Both categories require a written training plan and a designated sponsor to issue the DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an IT Support Engineer?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as IIE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT. The hiring employer is the host, not the sponsor. The host employer coordinates with the designated sponsor, which reviews your qualifications, approves the training plan, and issues the DS-2019 form you need to apply for the J-1 visa at a U.S. consulate.
How do I find IT employers that are comfortable hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Search for IT Support Engineer roles on Migrate Mate, which helps you identify U.S. employers aligned with exchange visitor hiring. Prioritizing employers who have previously hosted J-1 participants reduces friction because their HR teams already understand the DS-2019 process, training plan requirements, and their obligations as a host organization under Department of State regulations.
What does the required training plan mean for an IT Support Engineer role?
The J-1 Trainee program requires your host employer to complete Form DS-7002, a formal training plan submitted to your designated sponsor. For an IT Support Engineer, this document must specify the technical competencies you will develop, such as systems administration, network troubleshooting, or helpdesk operations, along with supervision arrangements and a week-by-week schedule of activities.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect IT Support Engineers?
It can. J-1 participants from countries on the Department of State's Exchange Visitor Skills List, or whose program was government-funded, must return home for two years before applying for certain U.S. visa statuses including H-1B or a green card. USCIS reviews each case individually, so confirm your specific situation before accepting a J-1 host placement if you have longer-term U.S. career plans.
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