J-1 Visa Lab Assistant Jobs
Lab Assistant roles in the United States are available to international candidates through the J-1 visa under the Research Scholar, Intern, or Trainee program categories, depending on your career stage. Securing sponsorship requires a U.S. Department of State-designated organization to issue your DS-2019, separate from the lab or institution hosting your placement.
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Brewer Science, Inc. is a major innovator of high-technology solutions for the semiconductor / microelectronics markets. We are currently seeking a purpose-driven candidate with an ownership mentality to fill an open position as a Lab Assistant Intern (full-time, 40hrs per week in the Summer and part-time, 15-20 hours per week during the school year). This position will be in Rolla, MO.
SUMMARY
Conducts laboratory analyses, experiments, and processes to support research and development projects.
Responsibilities
- Takes ownership of small development sub-projects as assigned.
- Designs and conducts experiments, including instrument operation, sample preparation, and performance characterization, under minimal supervision.
- Processes data and provides analysis summary and may present results at group meetings.
- Creates new testing processes and improves upon current processes.
- Knowledge and understanding of safety and housekeeping standards and practiced in daily activities.
- Learn and keep familiar with lab procedures.
- Responsible for communicating with supervisor and team members, also may be assigned to cross-functional teams.
CREDENTIALS AND EDUCATION
- High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate with laboratory experience, and currently pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered.
BENEFITS
At Brewer Science, we are a Top Workplace, Certified Employee-Owned, Certified B Corp™, and GreenCircle Certified Zero Waste to Landfill. By joining Brewer Science, you will be eligible to receive benefits including:
- Immediately: employee assistance program, paid leave (including community service, wellness breaks, and other special leave)
- Internship/Co-op/Temp Role Extending more than 90 days: medical, dental, and vision
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply for this position please complete the online application. This position is open until filled. Screening will begin immediately.
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INTRODUCTION
Brewer Science, Inc. is a major innovator of high-technology solutions for the semiconductor / microelectronics markets. We are currently seeking a purpose-driven candidate with an ownership mentality to fill an open position as a Lab Assistant Intern (full-time, 40hrs per week in the Summer and part-time, 15-20 hours per week during the school year). This position will be in Rolla, MO.
SUMMARY
Conducts laboratory analyses, experiments, and processes to support research and development projects.
Responsibilities
- Takes ownership of small development sub-projects as assigned.
- Designs and conducts experiments, including instrument operation, sample preparation, and performance characterization, under minimal supervision.
- Processes data and provides analysis summary and may present results at group meetings.
- Creates new testing processes and improves upon current processes.
- Knowledge and understanding of safety and housekeeping standards and practiced in daily activities.
- Learn and keep familiar with lab procedures.
- Responsible for communicating with supervisor and team members, also may be assigned to cross-functional teams.
CREDENTIALS AND EDUCATION
- High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate with laboratory experience, and currently pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered.
BENEFITS
At Brewer Science, we are a Top Workplace, Certified Employee-Owned, Certified B Corp™, and GreenCircle Certified Zero Waste to Landfill. By joining Brewer Science, you will be eligible to receive benefits including:
- Immediately: employee assistance program, paid leave (including community service, wellness breaks, and other special leave)
- Internship/Co-op/Temp Role Extending more than 90 days: medical, dental, and vision
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply for this position please complete the online application. This position is open until filled. Screening will begin immediately.
Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Veterans
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Lab Assistant
Align your credentials to J-1 category requirements
The Intern category requires current enrollment in a degree program, while Trainee applies to early-career professionals within five years of graduation. Mismatching your status to the wrong category is a common reason designated sponsors reject DS-2019 applications.
Verify your host lab's J-1 compliance history
Ask the hiring lab directly whether they've hosted J-1 exchange visitors before. Hosts must agree to a formal training plan and cooperate with your designated sponsor's monitoring requirements, so prior experience with the program reduces administrative friction.
Search for J-1-compatible Lab Assistant roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by J-1 sponsorship on Migrate Mate to surface labs, research institutes, and university departments actively hosting exchange visitors. Targeting employers already familiar with the DS-2019 process shortens the path from offer to sponsorship.
Draft a detailed training plan before your offer stage
Designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas or AIPT require a formal training plan outlining your learning objectives, lab techniques, and supervision structure. Preparing a draft before you have an offer speeds up sponsor approval once your host confirms the placement.
Check whether your role carries a two-year home residency requirement
Lab Assistant positions funded by government grants or involving skills on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may trigger the two-year home country residency requirement. Confirm this with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since it affects any future U.S. visa applications.
Request written wage documentation to satisfy J-1 conditions
Your designated sponsor must confirm that your compensation meets program requirements. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the prevailing wage for your lab location and job classification before negotiating, so you can demonstrate compliance upfront.
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Find Lab Assistant JobsLab Assistant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Lab Assistant positions?
It depends on your career stage. Current university students typically qualify under the Intern category, which requires active enrollment in a degree program related to the lab work. Recent graduates within five years of completing their degree use the Trainee category. Doctoral researchers or postdoctoral scientists in lab roles may qualify under Research Scholar instead.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a lab job, the hiring lab or someone else?
The hiring lab or research institute is your host, not your visa sponsor. Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or IIE, that issues your DS-2019 form, reviews your training plan, and monitors your exchange program compliance throughout your placement.
How do I find Lab Assistant roles where the employer already understands J-1 hosting requirements?
Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings by J-1 sponsorship compatibility, surfacing labs and research institutions that have hosted exchange visitors before. Targeting hosts already familiar with training plan requirements and designated sponsor coordination significantly reduces the back-and-forth that can delay your program start date.
Does working in a lab on a J-1 visa trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
Possibly. Lab Assistant positions can trigger the requirement if the role is funded by a U.S. or foreign government agency, or if your home country's occupation appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Your designated sponsor will confirm your status during the DS-2019 application process before your program begins.
Can I extend my J-1 program if my lab wants me to stay longer?
Extensions are permitted in most J-1 categories as long as the total duration stays within the program maximum, your designated sponsor approves the extension, and your host submits an updated training plan. For Trainees, the maximum is 18 months. Research Scholars can often extend to five years depending on program type and sponsor.
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