J-1 Visa Logistics Manager Jobs

Logistics Manager roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Specialist program category, depending on your experience level. Designated sponsors issue the DS-2019 and oversee your training plan, while the U.S. employer serves as your host organization.

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Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationBluffton, OH
Most JobsGROB Systems, Inc

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Ryder System
Logistics Management Trainee
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Logistics Management Trainee
Ryder System
Bethpage, New York
Procurement & Supply Chain
Logistics & Fleet Management
$66k - $71k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Expeditors International Of Washington, Inc.
Logistics & Supply Chain Intern - Buffalo NY
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Logistics & Supply Chain Intern - Buffalo NY
Expeditors International Of Washington, Inc.
Buffalo, New York
Procurement & Supply Chain
Logistics & Fleet Management
Supply Chain
On-Site

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Robert Bosch Fuel Systems LLC
Logistics Engineer Co-op
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Robert Bosch Fuel Systems LLC
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Logistics Engineer Co-op
Robert Bosch Fuel Systems LLC
Fountain Inn, South Carolina
On-Site
Associate's

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Rtx Corporation
Stage - Analyste logistique Atelier ME/ Internship - Med Shop logistics Analyst
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Rtx Corporation
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Stage - Analyste logistique Atelier ME/ Internship - Med Shop logistics Analyst
Rtx Corporation
Longueuil, California
Procurement & Supply Chain
Customer Service & Support
Business Operations
Logistics & Fleet Management
On-Site
Associate's

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TikTok
Logistics Partnership Management Project Intern
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TikTok
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Logistics Partnership Management Project Intern
TikTok
Seattle, Washington
Procurement & Supply Chain
Partnerships & Business Development
Procurement & Purchasing
Logistics & Fleet Management
Business Development
$23.75 - $23.75/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Logistics Manager

Align your training plan to SOC codes

Designated sponsors require a structured training plan tied to your occupation. Map your Logistics Manager duties to SOC code 11-3071 using O*NET before approaching a sponsor, so your plan reflects recognized industry competencies from day one.

Distinguish Trainee from Specialist category early

If you have a degree plus one year of logistics experience, you qualify as a Trainee. With five or more years of specialized supply chain expertise and no degree, request Specialist category instead. Applying under the wrong category delays your DS-2019.

Verify host employer's willingness to sign the training agreement

Many logistics employers understand freight, not J-1 visa compliance. Confirm before accepting an offer that the hiring manager will co-sign the Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) and accommodate sponsor site visits.

Search for J-1-compatible roles on Migrate Mate

Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. Logistics Manager openings by employers with a history of hosting international professionals. Targeting hosts already familiar with J-1 requirements shortens the time between offer letter and DS-2019 issuance.

Check the 2-year home residency requirement before applying

Some Logistics Manager roles in government-funded supply chain programs trigger the two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e). Confirm your specific J-1 category and funding source with your designated sponsor before signing an offer.

Request a prevailing wage check before finalizing your offer

While J-1 does not require a DOL labor condition application like H-1B visa, your host must still pay the prevailing wage for your role and location. Cross-reference your offered rate against the OFLC Wage Search to flag any gap before your start date.

Logistics Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Which J-1 program category fits a Logistics Manager role?

Most Logistics Manager candidates qualify under the Trainee category if they hold a relevant degree plus at least one year of logistics or supply chain experience. Professionals with five or more years of specialized expertise but no degree may qualify under the Specialist category. Your designated sponsor, not your host employer, makes the final determination and issues the DS-2019.

Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a logistics position?

The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, that issues your DS-2019 form and monitors compliance throughout your exchange. The logistics company hiring you is the host employer, not the visa sponsor. You need both: a host willing to sign the training plan and a designated sponsor to administer the exchange program.

How do I find U.S. logistics employers open to J-1 exchange visitors?

Search for Logistics Manager openings on Migrate Mate, which lets you identify U.S. employers with a track record of hosting international professionals. Prioritize employers in freight forwarding, third-party logistics, and manufacturing sectors, as these industries regularly structure formal training plans that satisfy designated sponsor requirements for the Trainee or Specialist category.

Can a Logistics Manager J-1 exchange visitor change host employers mid-program?

Changing host employers during a J-1 program requires your designated sponsor's prior approval and typically a revised or new DS-2019. The new host must agree to sign an updated training plan and meet all sponsor site-visit and reporting obligations. Changing hosts without notifying your sponsor puts your J-1 status at risk and may require you to exit and reapply.

Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to logistics roles?

It depends on your specific J-1 category, your country of nationality, and whether your program receives U.S. government or home-country government funding. Logistics positions in privately funded corporate training programs often avoid the requirement, but roles tied to government-funded supply chain initiatives may not. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer, since a waiver application adds significant time to any future H-1B or green card pathway.