J-1 Visa Measurement Technician Jobs
Measurement Technician roles in precision manufacturing, quality control, and calibration labs can qualify for J-1 sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your stage of training. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and oversees your program, while the U.S. employer serves as your host site.
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Samba TV tracks streaming and broadcast video across the world with our proprietary data and technology. We are on a mission to fundamentally transform the viewing experience for everyone. Our data enables media companies to connect with audiences for new shows and movies, and enables advertisers to engage viewers and measure reach across all their devices. We have an amazing story with a unique perspective on culture formed by a global footprint of data and AI-driven insights.
Samba TV is seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented interns to join our Measurement team. As an intern on the Measurement team, you will work closely with Measurement Partners to understand how Samba TV's measurement solutions drive real-life advertising decisions for our publisher and platform business.
- Use data to help create actionable, outcomes-based measurement reports rooted in Samba TV's ACR dataset
- Understand core components of the measurement study lifecycle from feasibility scoping to end deliverable
- Work alongside our sales team to build data-lead collateral and case studies to aid in the Samba TV sales pitch
- Collaborate with product and engineering teams to evolve research products and processes
- Assist in the creation of a robust measurement norms dataset based on historical client data
WHO YOU ARE
- Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Psychology, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) or Google Suite
- Basic understanding of digital advertising, media, or data analytics (a plus)
- Experience with SQL, Python, or other analytics tools
- Self-starter with a passion for innovation and learning
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
- Exposure to real-world applications of ad tech, media measurement, analytics, and AI
- Hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and platforms
- Mentorship and networking opportunities with industry experts, including our CEO and executive suite
- A dynamic, collaborative, and growth-oriented work environment
COMPENSATION
Samba TV expects to offer an hourly rate between $20 - $25 per hour for roles to be performed in New York or California; actual hourly rate offered will depend on various factors, including but not limited to, location, experience, and performance. This is just one component of Samba TV’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses, short-term incentives, and long-term incentives. In addition, Samba provides health insurance, wellness offerings, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), and other employee benefits.
Samba TV is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We strive to empower connection with one another, reflect the communities we serve, and tackle meaningful projects that make a real impact.
Samba TV may collect personal information directly from you, as a job applicant, Samba TV may also receive personal information from third parties, for example, in connection with a background, employment or reference check, in accordance with the applicable law.
For further details, please see Samba's Applicant Privacy Policy. For residents of the EU, Samba Inc. is the data controller.
INTRODUCTION
Samba TV tracks streaming and broadcast video across the world with our proprietary data and technology. We are on a mission to fundamentally transform the viewing experience for everyone. Our data enables media companies to connect with audiences for new shows and movies, and enables advertisers to engage viewers and measure reach across all their devices. We have an amazing story with a unique perspective on culture formed by a global footprint of data and AI-driven insights.
Samba TV is seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented interns to join our Measurement team. As an intern on the Measurement team, you will work closely with Measurement Partners to understand how Samba TV's measurement solutions drive real-life advertising decisions for our publisher and platform business.
- Use data to help create actionable, outcomes-based measurement reports rooted in Samba TV's ACR dataset
- Understand core components of the measurement study lifecycle from feasibility scoping to end deliverable
- Work alongside our sales team to build data-lead collateral and case studies to aid in the Samba TV sales pitch
- Collaborate with product and engineering teams to evolve research products and processes
- Assist in the creation of a robust measurement norms dataset based on historical client data
WHO YOU ARE
- Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Psychology, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) or Google Suite
- Basic understanding of digital advertising, media, or data analytics (a plus)
- Experience with SQL, Python, or other analytics tools
- Self-starter with a passion for innovation and learning
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
- Exposure to real-world applications of ad tech, media measurement, analytics, and AI
- Hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and platforms
- Mentorship and networking opportunities with industry experts, including our CEO and executive suite
- A dynamic, collaborative, and growth-oriented work environment
COMPENSATION
Samba TV expects to offer an hourly rate between $20 - $25 per hour for roles to be performed in New York or California; actual hourly rate offered will depend on various factors, including but not limited to, location, experience, and performance. This is just one component of Samba TV’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses, short-term incentives, and long-term incentives. In addition, Samba provides health insurance, wellness offerings, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), and other employee benefits.
Samba TV is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We strive to empower connection with one another, reflect the communities we serve, and tackle meaningful projects that make a real impact.
Samba TV may collect personal information directly from you, as a job applicant, Samba TV may also receive personal information from third parties, for example, in connection with a background, employment or reference check, in accordance with the applicable law.
For further details, please see Samba's Applicant Privacy Policy. For residents of the EU, Samba Inc. is the data controller.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Measurement Technician
Document your metrology training precisely
Your DS-2019 training plan must map your measurement and calibration skills to specific on-the-job learning objectives. Gather transcripts, lab certifications, and equipment proficiency records before approaching any designated sponsor organization.
Target host employers with calibration lab infrastructure
Facilities that operate ISO 17025-accredited labs or maintain traceable measurement standards have the structured training environments that designated sponsors require when approving a Trainee program. Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by industry and find employers already familiar with J-1 hosting requirements.
Match your J-1 category to your career stage
Current university students pursuing an engineering technology degree typically qualify under the Intern category, while professionals who have graduated within the past year and hold relevant field experience fall under the Trainee category. Applying under the wrong category is the most common reason training plans get rejected by designated sponsors.
Verify prevailing wage compliance before accepting an offer
Your host employer must pay you at the prevailing wage for measurement technician roles in their geographic area. Cross-check any offered compensation against the OFLC Wage Search before signing a training plan, since underpayment is a compliance flag that sponsors audit.
Clarify whether your role triggers the two-year requirement
Measurement Technician positions funded by a government that is your home country, or in a field on the State Department skills list for your nationality, can trigger the two-year home residency requirement. Confirm your country and funding source with the designated sponsor before your DS-2019 is issued.
Prepare your training plan before the host employer does
Most host employers are unfamiliar with DS-7002 training plan requirements for technical roles. Draft a phase-by-phase outline of the measurement systems, calibration procedures, and quality standards you will train on, so the employer can review and adopt it rather than starting from scratch.
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Find Measurement Technician JobsMeasurement Technician J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Measurement Technician role?
Most Measurement Technician placements fall under the Trainee category, which is designed for foreign nationals who have completed their education or have at least one year of work experience outside the United States in a relevant field such as engineering technology, metrology, or quality assurance. If you are still enrolled in a degree program, you may qualify under the Intern category instead, provided your placement directly relates to your field of study and is supervised throughout.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Measurement Technician?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, not your employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form, review and approve your training plan, and monitor program compliance. The employer where you work is called the host organization. It provides the training environment and pays your wages, but it does not hold the legal sponsorship role that a designated sponsor does.
How do I find U.S. employers that will host a J-1 Measurement Technician?
Migrate Mate lets you search for roles and employers in precision manufacturing, calibration services, and quality control that are open to J-1 exchange visitors. Because the J-1 does not require an employer to file a petition with USCIS, many small and mid-size labs that avoid H-1B sponsorship are still willing to serve as J-1 hosts, making this a wider search than most candidates expect.
What goes into the training plan for a Measurement Technician J-1 placement?
The DS-7002 training plan must detail each phase of your program, the specific measurement systems and calibration standards you will work with, the supervisors responsible for your training, and the learning objectives for each phase. Designated sponsors will reject plans that are vague or simply describe a regular job. Plans that reference specific equipment types, documented calibration procedures, and progression milestones are approved more readily.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Measurement Technicians?
It depends on your nationality, your funding source, and whether your home country has placed your field on the State Department skills list. If any of those three conditions apply, you must return to your home country for two years after your J-1 program before you can change to most other U.S. visa categories. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before your DS-2019 is issued, because a waiver process exists but it is time-consuming and not guaranteed.
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