J-1 Visa Product Associate Jobs
Product Associate roles in the U.S. are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 Intern or Trainee program categories, depending on whether you're currently enrolled or recently graduated. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, making sponsorship possible without employer-direct petition filing. No lottery, no annual cap.
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At RADAR, we're transforming the way the world thinks about physical retail. RADAR has raised over $104M from top investors, retailers, and strategics and works with some of the world's retail brands including American Eagle and Gap. We’re building the future of in-store experience where every product and every person can be precisely located in real time.
Our platform combines RFID and AI to unlock hyper-accurate product visibility and automation at scale. From real-time inventory tracking to seamless checkout experiences, our technology empowers some of the world’s largest retailers to streamline operations, reduce loss, and elevate both employee and customer experiences.
We’re a fast-growing, mission-driven startup where bold ideas, collaboration, and impact are at the core of everything we do. Join us as we reshape the physical world with digital precision, starting with retail and expanding far beyond!
OUR VALUES
- Mission-Driven: We're transforming retail with cutting-edge technology and building something that truly matters.
- Collaborative Team: We thrive on curiosity, shared goals, and solving complex problems together.
- High Impact: You’ll make meaningful contributions from day one and help shape the future of our product and company.
- Clear Communication: We value honesty, humility, and respectful dialogue—everyone’s voice matters.
- Balanced Lives: We work hard, but not at the expense of well-being. We respect time, boundaries, and life outside of work.
- Diverse Perspectives: We believe better ideas come from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints.
- Empathy-Driven Design: We build with deep respect for our end users, listening closely to their feedback and needs.
ABOUT THE JOB
We’re looking for a Product Design Intern to work on projects shaping the future of retail experiences. This internship offers hands-on experience contributing to an end-to-end design and research project, from early exploration through execution. You’ll gain exposure to real-world design challenges and contribute to improving how teams and customers interact with our product.
- Turn complex ideas and data into simple, intuitive user experiences
- Help design thoughtful experiences across mobile (iOS/Android) and web
- Contribute to and help evolve RADAR’s design system
- Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and Customer Experience teams
- Support the design process from early concepts through final implementation
- Engage with customers and internal stakeholders to uncover insights and opportunities
- Learn how to improve user experiences through feedback, testing, and research
ABOUT YOU
Required:
- Interest in product design or a related field
- Foundational understanding of UX/UI principles
- Ability to think critically and simplify complex problems
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
- Curiosity and eagerness to learn
Preferred:
- Experience with design tools (e.g., Figma)
- Ability to create basic prototypes
- Interest in data visualization or dashboard design
- Exposure to real-world projects (coursework, internships, or personal work)
At RADAR, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The pay range for this position is $30 per hour. The pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.
Research has shown that women & underrepresented minorities are more likely to read lists of requirements and consider themselves unqualified if they don't meet every single one. This list represents what we’re ideally looking for, but everyone has unique strengths & weaknesses, and we hire for strength & potential, not lack of weakness.
Use of artificial intelligence or a LLM such as ChatGPT during the interview process will be grounds for rejection of your application process.
About us
At RADAR, we're transforming the way the world thinks about physical retail. RADAR has raised over $104M from top investors, retailers, and strategics and works with some of the world's retail brands including American Eagle and Gap. We’re building the future of in-store experience where every product and every person can be precisely located in real time.
Our platform combines RFID and AI to unlock hyper-accurate product visibility and automation at scale. From real-time inventory tracking to seamless checkout experiences, our technology empowers some of the world’s largest retailers to streamline operations, reduce loss, and elevate both employee and customer experiences.
We’re a fast-growing, mission-driven startup where bold ideas, collaboration, and impact are at the core of everything we do. Join us as we reshape the physical world with digital precision, starting with retail and expanding far beyond!
OUR VALUES
- Mission-Driven: We're transforming retail with cutting-edge technology and building something that truly matters.
- Collaborative Team: We thrive on curiosity, shared goals, and solving complex problems together.
- High Impact: You’ll make meaningful contributions from day one and help shape the future of our product and company.
- Clear Communication: We value honesty, humility, and respectful dialogue—everyone’s voice matters.
- Balanced Lives: We work hard, but not at the expense of well-being. We respect time, boundaries, and life outside of work.
- Diverse Perspectives: We believe better ideas come from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints.
- Empathy-Driven Design: We build with deep respect for our end users, listening closely to their feedback and needs.
ABOUT THE JOB
We’re looking for a Product Design Intern to work on projects shaping the future of retail experiences. This internship offers hands-on experience contributing to an end-to-end design and research project, from early exploration through execution. You’ll gain exposure to real-world design challenges and contribute to improving how teams and customers interact with our product.
- Turn complex ideas and data into simple, intuitive user experiences
- Help design thoughtful experiences across mobile (iOS/Android) and web
- Contribute to and help evolve RADAR’s design system
- Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and Customer Experience teams
- Support the design process from early concepts through final implementation
- Engage with customers and internal stakeholders to uncover insights and opportunities
- Learn how to improve user experiences through feedback, testing, and research
ABOUT YOU
Required:
- Interest in product design or a related field
- Foundational understanding of UX/UI principles
- Ability to think critically and simplify complex problems
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
- Curiosity and eagerness to learn
Preferred:
- Experience with design tools (e.g., Figma)
- Ability to create basic prototypes
- Interest in data visualization or dashboard design
- Exposure to real-world projects (coursework, internships, or personal work)
At RADAR, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The pay range for this position is $30 per hour. The pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.
Research has shown that women & underrepresented minorities are more likely to read lists of requirements and consider themselves unqualified if they don't meet every single one. This list represents what we’re ideally looking for, but everyone has unique strengths & weaknesses, and we hire for strength & potential, not lack of weakness.
Use of artificial intelligence or a LLM such as ChatGPT during the interview process will be grounds for rejection of your application process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Product Associate
Align your portfolio with specialty occupation evidence
Designated sponsors assess whether your Product Associate role constitutes genuine training or interning. Document product lifecycle contributions, roadmap work, or cross-functional projects in writing before applying, so your training plan reflects substantive skill development.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee before you apply
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program or graduated within 12 months, you qualify for the J-1 Intern category. Post-graduation professionals with relevant work experience apply as Trainees. Applying under the wrong category is a common error that delays DS-2019 issuance.
Search for J-1-friendly roles on Migrate Mate
Host employers who have taken on J-1 exchange visitors in product or operations roles are your strongest leads. Use Migrate Mate to filter for companies aligned with J-1 sponsorship so you're targeting employers already familiar with the host organization requirements.
Verify the host employer meets program standards
Your host company must have adequate staff, facilities, and a structured training environment before a designated sponsor will approve placement. Confirm with your prospective employer that they're willing to sign a formal training plan and cooperate with sponsor monitoring visits.
Prepare for the 2-year home residency requirement early
J-1 Trainee participants sponsored by government funding or whose home country is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may face a 2-year home residency requirement before switching to H-1B or immigrant visa status. Check your DS-2019 and confirm with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Use O*NET to frame your training objectives
Designated sponsors require a detailed training plan with specific learning objectives tied to your occupation. Pull the Product Associate task and skill descriptions from O*NET and map them to your proposed activities to produce a compliant, approvable Individual Development Plan.
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Find Product Associate JobsProduct Associate J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Product Associate roles?
Current students and those who graduated within the past 12 months typically use the J-1 Intern category. Professionals who have already been working in product, operations, or a related field for at least one year apply under the J-1 Trainee category. The host employer and your designated sponsor determine which category your specific situation fits before issuing a DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Product Associate position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your hiring employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form and take legal responsibility for program compliance. The company where you work is the host employer. They sign the training plan but do not file a petition with USCIS the way H-1B employers do.
How do I find host employers open to J-1 exchange visitors in product roles?
Most job postings don't specify J-1 compatibility upfront, so targeting the right employers takes research. Migrate Mate surfaces U.S. companies and roles aligned with J-1 sponsorship, making it easier to identify hosts in product management, operations, and business strategy who have supported exchange visitors before.
Can a Product Associate on J-1 status change employers mid-program?
Changing host employers during your J-1 program is possible but requires your designated sponsor's approval and an amended DS-2019 before you start at the new company. Working at a host not listed on your DS-2019 violates program rules and can result in termination of your J-1 status. Notify your sponsor as early as possible if a change is under discussion.
Does the J-1 Trainee program for product roles have a maximum duration?
J-1 Trainee programs are capped at 18 months for most fields, including business, management, and operations categories that cover Product Associate work. J-1 Intern programs are limited to 12 months. Extensions beyond these limits require a new program with a new DS-2019 and are not guaranteed. Plan your training timeline with your designated sponsor before you begin.
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