J-1 Visa Learning And Development Manager Jobs
Learning and Development Manager roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa Trainee or Specialist program category, both requiring a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019 and provide sponsorship. No lottery, no annual cap, just a qualifying host employer and an approved training plan.
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Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.
HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?
The Swiss HR Team currently has an opening for a 6-month internship in the Learning & Development (L&D) department, where you will support Richemont employees to improve their skills throughout their career. You will be part of a team, based at the HQ in Geneva, that will develop programs while adapting the offers to the best training objectives through virtual sessions and in-person classes. You will be responsible for the management, logistics and evaluation of these trainings.
Training Coordination:
Coordinate with external vendors to schedule and manage training sessions, both online and at our two designated locations, ensuring seamless execution.
"Richemont Toastmasters" Community Management:
Animate and cultivate the "Richemont Toastmasters" community, implementing strategies to enhance member engagement and participation.
Learning Platform Administration:
Manage user access and assignments for Speexx and Coursera licenses, optimizing utilization of these learning platforms.
Learning Management System (LMS) Administration:
Create, manage, and maintain learning events and sessions within the Cornerstone LMS, including registration management and session closure. Provide support to other services for course historization and creation within the system.
Logistics Management:
Oversee catering arrangements for training sessions, ensuring timely and high-quality service delivery.
Training Session Support:
Manage participant registration lists, confirm attendance with vendors, and distribute post-training evaluation forms to gather feedback.
Stakeholder Communication:
Provide effective support to internal and external stakeholders, maintaining clear and timely communication channels to address inquiries and provide updates.
HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?
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Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree in an HR related field, Business, Project management or equivalent
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Experience in any kind of project management activity is an asset
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Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Excel & PowerPoint)
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Self-starter, independent, attention to detail, punctual
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Adaptable and customer service oriented
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Ability to perform under pressure
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Positive and a “can-do” attitude
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Fluent in both English and French
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Available for a 6-months internship with starting date 01.08.2026
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Internship agreement with your school/university mandatory
WHAT MAKES OUR GROUP DIFFERENT?
Our true power does not lie in our similarities but in the rich diversity of our arts, cultures, and human skills, as well as our specific ability to foster untapped potential.
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We value freedom, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarity.
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We foster empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrity.
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We care for the world we live in.
YOUR JOURNEY WITH US:
If your application is selected, we will reach out shortly for an introductory call. As part of the interview process, we always ensure complete insight and transparency, namely, you will have the chance to meet the people who will be crucial to your future success in the role.
INTRODUCTION
Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.
HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?
The Swiss HR Team currently has an opening for a 6-month internship in the Learning & Development (L&D) department, where you will support Richemont employees to improve their skills throughout their career. You will be part of a team, based at the HQ in Geneva, that will develop programs while adapting the offers to the best training objectives through virtual sessions and in-person classes. You will be responsible for the management, logistics and evaluation of these trainings.
Training Coordination:
Coordinate with external vendors to schedule and manage training sessions, both online and at our two designated locations, ensuring seamless execution.
"Richemont Toastmasters" Community Management:
Animate and cultivate the "Richemont Toastmasters" community, implementing strategies to enhance member engagement and participation.
Learning Platform Administration:
Manage user access and assignments for Speexx and Coursera licenses, optimizing utilization of these learning platforms.
Learning Management System (LMS) Administration:
Create, manage, and maintain learning events and sessions within the Cornerstone LMS, including registration management and session closure. Provide support to other services for course historization and creation within the system.
Logistics Management:
Oversee catering arrangements for training sessions, ensuring timely and high-quality service delivery.
Training Session Support:
Manage participant registration lists, confirm attendance with vendors, and distribute post-training evaluation forms to gather feedback.
Stakeholder Communication:
Provide effective support to internal and external stakeholders, maintaining clear and timely communication channels to address inquiries and provide updates.
HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?
-
Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree in an HR related field, Business, Project management or equivalent
-
Experience in any kind of project management activity is an asset
-
Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Excel & PowerPoint)
-
Self-starter, independent, attention to detail, punctual
-
Adaptable and customer service oriented
-
Ability to perform under pressure
-
Positive and a “can-do” attitude
-
Fluent in both English and French
-
Available for a 6-months internship with starting date 01.08.2026
-
Internship agreement with your school/university mandatory
WHAT MAKES OUR GROUP DIFFERENT?
Our true power does not lie in our similarities but in the rich diversity of our arts, cultures, and human skills, as well as our specific ability to foster untapped potential.
-
We value freedom, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarity.
-
We foster empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrity.
-
We care for the world we live in.
YOUR JOURNEY WITH US:
If your application is selected, we will reach out shortly for an introductory call. As part of the interview process, we always ensure complete insight and transparency, namely, you will have the chance to meet the people who will be crucial to your future success in the role.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Learning And Development Manager
Align your credentials to the Trainee category
The J-1 Trainee category requires a degree plus one year of relevant experience, or five years of work experience in your field. Document your instructional design, facilitation, or organizational development background with official transcripts and employer letters before approaching host organizations.
Build a training plan before interviewing
Host employers file a DS-7002 Training or Internship Placement Plan with your designated sponsor. Draft a proposed learning agenda tied to measurable L&D competencies, curriculum design, needs assessment, performance metrics, so employers can adapt it rather than build one from scratch.
Search for J-1-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Learning and Development Manager roles by employers with active J-1 exchange visitor history, saving you the manual work of vetting each company's sponsorship track record before you apply.
Verify the 2-year home residency requirement early
Certain J-1 participants, particularly those funded by their home government or whose skills appear on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, must return home for two years after the program before switching to H-1B visa or a green card. Confirm your country's status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Target employers with established L&D infrastructure
Companies with dedicated learning functions, existing LMS platforms, or in-house training teams are far more likely to understand the DS-2019 host requirements and structure a compliant 18-month Trainee program than those building L&D from scratch.
Confirm the sponsor's category authorization before signing
Not every designated sponsor is authorized to issue DS-2019 forms for the Specialist or Trainee category. Ask your prospective host employer which sponsor organization they work with and verify that sponsor holds the specific program category authorization matching your background.
Learning And Development Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Learning and Development Manager role?
Most professionals pursuing L&D Manager roles qualify under the J-1 Trainee category, which covers those with a relevant degree plus one year of experience, or five years of field experience. Senior practitioners with highly specialized expertise in organizational learning, instructional design, or leadership development may qualify under the Specialist category instead. Your designated sponsor determines which category applies based on your background.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this role, the employer or a separate organization?
The employer acts as your host, not your visa sponsor. A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, issues your DS-2019 form, approves your training plan, and monitors program compliance. The employer must work through one of these designated sponsors to bring you on as a J-1 exchange visitor.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 Learning and Development Manager?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Learning and Development Manager roles filtered by employers with J-1 exchange visitor history, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the host requirements. Look for organizations with structured L&D departments, since they're better positioned to file a compliant DS-7002 training plan and coordinate with a designated sponsor.
Does the J-1 Trainee program allow me to work as a full Learning and Development Manager, or only shadow one?
The J-1 Trainee program is designed for skills development through structured observation and hands-on participation, not a permanent employment arrangement. You can carry out meaningful L&D work, facilitation, curriculum development, needs analysis, but your DS-7002 training plan must frame activities as developmental rather than purely operational. The program duration for the Trainee category is capped at 18 months.
What happens to my J-1 status if the host employer ends the engagement early?
Your J-1 status is tied to your DS-2019, not your employment contract. If the host terminates your engagement, your designated sponsor must be notified immediately, and your status is only as valid as your program end date. You have a 30-day grace period after program termination to depart the U.S. Transferring to a new host under the same or a different designated sponsor may be possible if done promptly.