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Medical Technologist positions in the United States are available to qualified professionals through the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program, typically under the Trainee or Research Scholar category. Securing J-1 sponsorship requires a State Department-designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019 before you can begin working with your U.S. host employer.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai’s human health care (hhc) mission. We’re a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference. If this is your profile, we want to hear from you.
About the Internship
The Medical Affairs Summer Internship provides early exposure to the role of Medical Affairs within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology organization. This program is designed for pharmacy students between their first and second professional years who are interested in learning how scientific evidence, clinical practice, and strategic communication come together in industry settings. Interns will gain hands-on experience supporting Medical Affairs projects while learning from experienced medical and scientific professionals. This is a Nutley-based Internship within our Medical Affairs Department. Our Hybrid Work Schedule in office days are Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays. The duration of the internship is 12 weeks. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy (PharmD program), preferably having completed at least one professional year.
What You Will Learn
- Understand the role and impact of Medical Affairs in the pharmaceutical industry
- Learn how clinical evidence is evaluated and communicated
- Develop foundational skills in medical writing and scientific presentations
- Observe cross-functional collaboration with other teams, including Market Access, Commercial, Clinical, etc.
- Explore career pathways within Medical Affairs
Key Responsibilities and Sample Projects
- Support development of disease state or therapeutic area overview materials
- Summarize and analyze primary medical literature
- Assist with medical information–style responses under supervision
- Contribute to digital social media listening and content creation
- Conduct literature searches in support of Medical Affairs initiatives
- Participate in AI human-in-the-loop implementation and testing
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities
Internship Structure
- Orientation and compliance training at the start of the program
- Project-based work with defined deliverables
- Regular mentorship check-ins with Medical Affairs professionals
- Educational sessions covering various Medical Affairs roles
- End-of-program capstone presentation to Medical Affairs leadership
Qualifications
Required:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program
- Completion of first professional year (P1) by internship start
- Strong interest in Medical Affairs or the pharmaceutical industry
- Ability to interpret, analyze, and summarize scientific literature
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred:
- Interest in Medical Affairs, scientific communications, or other Pharmacist industry roles
- Experience with literature evaluation or presentations
What You Will Gain
- Early exposure to Medical Affairs as a pharmacy career path
- Development of scientific communication skills
- Professional mentorship and career guidance
- Insight into fellowship, rotation, or entry-level Medical Affairs opportunities
Application Requirements
Please submit the following with your application:
- Resume or CV
- A Cover Letter with a statement of interest (1 page or less) describing your interest in Medical Affairs and what you hope to gain from the internship
Eisai Salary Transparency Language:
The hourly rate for the Medical Affairs Summer Internship (PharmD Students – P1 to P2) is: $25.
Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and as such, is committed in policy and in practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. Similarly, considering the need for reasonable accommodations, Eisai prohibits discrimination against persons because of disability, including disabled veterans.
Eisai Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of all new hires in the United States. Please click on the following link for more information:
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At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai’s human health care (hhc) mission. We’re a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference. If this is your profile, we want to hear from you.
About the Internship
The Medical Affairs Summer Internship provides early exposure to the role of Medical Affairs within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology organization. This program is designed for pharmacy students between their first and second professional years who are interested in learning how scientific evidence, clinical practice, and strategic communication come together in industry settings. Interns will gain hands-on experience supporting Medical Affairs projects while learning from experienced medical and scientific professionals. This is a Nutley-based Internship within our Medical Affairs Department. Our Hybrid Work Schedule in office days are Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays. The duration of the internship is 12 weeks. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited College of Pharmacy (PharmD program), preferably having completed at least one professional year.
What You Will Learn
- Understand the role and impact of Medical Affairs in the pharmaceutical industry
- Learn how clinical evidence is evaluated and communicated
- Develop foundational skills in medical writing and scientific presentations
- Observe cross-functional collaboration with other teams, including Market Access, Commercial, Clinical, etc.
- Explore career pathways within Medical Affairs
Key Responsibilities and Sample Projects
- Support development of disease state or therapeutic area overview materials
- Summarize and analyze primary medical literature
- Assist with medical information–style responses under supervision
- Contribute to digital social media listening and content creation
- Conduct literature searches in support of Medical Affairs initiatives
- Participate in AI human-in-the-loop implementation and testing
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities
Internship Structure
- Orientation and compliance training at the start of the program
- Project-based work with defined deliverables
- Regular mentorship check-ins with Medical Affairs professionals
- Educational sessions covering various Medical Affairs roles
- End-of-program capstone presentation to Medical Affairs leadership
Qualifications
Required:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program
- Completion of first professional year (P1) by internship start
- Strong interest in Medical Affairs or the pharmaceutical industry
- Ability to interpret, analyze, and summarize scientific literature
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred:
- Interest in Medical Affairs, scientific communications, or other Pharmacist industry roles
- Experience with literature evaluation or presentations
What You Will Gain
- Early exposure to Medical Affairs as a pharmacy career path
- Development of scientific communication skills
- Professional mentorship and career guidance
- Insight into fellowship, rotation, or entry-level Medical Affairs opportunities
Application Requirements
Please submit the following with your application:
- Resume or CV
- A Cover Letter with a statement of interest (1 page or less) describing your interest in Medical Affairs and what you hope to gain from the internship
Eisai Salary Transparency Language:
The hourly rate for the Medical Affairs Summer Internship (PharmD Students – P1 to P2) is: $25.
Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and as such, is committed in policy and in practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. Similarly, considering the need for reasonable accommodations, Eisai prohibits discrimination against persons because of disability, including disabled veterans.
Eisai Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of all new hires in the United States. Please click on the following link for more information:
Right To Work
E-Verify Participation
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Medical Technologist
Verify your ASCP certification transfers
U.S. host employers expect ASCP Board of Certification credentials or a recognized equivalent. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved service before applying so your documents are ready when a host employer requests them.
Confirm your J-1 program category early
Medical Technologists typically qualify under Trainee if you have fewer than five years of post-degree experience, or Research Scholar if your role centers on laboratory research at an academic institution. Misidentifying your category delays DS-2019 issuance.
Find host employers using Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers who have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in clinical laboratory or medical technology roles. Targeting employers with prior J-1 host experience shortens the approval timeline significantly.
Request a training plan before the offer stage
Your designated sponsor requires a signed Training or Internship Placement Plan before issuing a DS-2019. Ask prospective host employers whether their HR or compliance teams have completed one before, since inexperienced hosts often underestimate the documentation involved.
Check the two-year home residency requirement
If your government or your home country's government funded your training, or if your occupation appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, DOL requires you to return home for two years before changing to H-1B or green card status. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Time your SEVIS registration with consular scheduling
Your designated sponsor registers your DS-2019 in SEVIS, but consular appointment availability varies widely by country and season. Align your target start date with realistic wait times at your nearest U.S. embassy or consulate to avoid gaps in your training timeline.
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Find Medical Technologist JobsMedical Technologist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Medical Technologist role?
Most Medical Technologists enter the United States under the J-1 Trainee category if they have a relevant degree and fewer than five years of post-degree professional experience. Those conducting laboratory or translational research at a university or research hospital may qualify under Research Scholar instead. Your designated sponsor makes the final determination based on your CV, your host employer's proposed activities, and the training plan.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Medical Technologist?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hospital or laboratory where you work. The designated sponsor, which might be an organization like Cultural Vistas or a university-based program, issues your DS-2019 and monitors your compliance throughout the exchange. Your host employer provides the training environment but does not hold sponsorship authority and cannot issue the DS-2019 on its own.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 Medical Technologist?
Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. employers who have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in clinical laboratory and medical technology roles. Prioritizing employers with prior J-1 host experience matters because those organizations already understand the training plan requirements and DS-2019 process, which reduces delays on both sides of the offer.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Medical Technologists?
It depends on how your training is funded and whether your home country has listed clinical laboratory sciences on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. If your government, your home government, or a U.S. government agency funded your program, the two-year requirement applies automatically. You should review the Skills List with your designated sponsor before signing any offer, since the requirement directly affects your ability to pursue H-1B or immigrant visa status later.
Can a Medical Technologist on J-1 status switch host employers mid-program?
Changing host employers requires your designated sponsor's approval and a revised training plan. You cannot simply accept a new position without notifying your sponsor, and some sponsors restrict mid-program transfers entirely depending on your visa category and remaining authorized duration. If a change is unavoidable, contact your designated sponsor in writing before leaving your current host to avoid a status violation that could affect your re-entry eligibility.
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