J-1 Visa Quality Assurance Lead Jobs
Quality Assurance Lead roles in the U.S. typically qualify for J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Specialist category, depending on your experience level and program design. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and oversees your training plan throughout the placement.
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We are looking for highly motivated students to work up to 19 hours/week in the University Support Services QA/Release Management group within the University Information Technology department. Work duties will include quality assurance testing, test automation scripting/development, SDLC and Agile process support and IT project coordination.
Students at this level will do their work under the direction of more experienced UIT-USS staff members. This position provides IT Quality Assurance support to the general university community for mission critical application services.
University Information Technology, the central IT service provider for campus, reports to the Chief Information Officer and is responsible for many of the University of Utah’s most critical common IT resources including the campus network; the Campus Information Services (CIS) portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration services; high performance and research computing; information security; teaching and learning technologies; software licensing; and a host of other systems and applications.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will work on various technical activities such as troubleshooting issues, writing test plans and developing test scripts, creating, maintaining and running automated tests on various University systems and applications, coordinating project work, helping with release management, developing and maintain documentation for various IT processes and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERENCES
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
POSTING SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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- Are you a current full-time student at the University of Utah or will be in the coming semester?
- Yes
- No
APPLICANT DOCUMENTS
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
* Resume
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS
* Cover Letter
OPEN DATE 06/17/2026
REQUISITION NUMBER PRN17147N
JOB TITLE UU Student - Computer
WORKING TITLE QA Student Intern
CAREER PROGRESSION TRACK SJ
FLSA CODE Nonexempt
PATIENT SENSITIVE JOB CODE? No
TYPE Non Benefited Staff / Student
TEMPORARY? No
STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK 19
FULL TIME OR PART TIME? Part Time
SHIFT Day
WORK SCHEDULE SUMMARY
Varies based on student’s class schedule
IS THIS A WORK STUDY JOB? No
VP AREA President
DEPARTMENT 00417 - UIT Univ Support Services
LOCATION Campus
CITY Salt Lake City, UT
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT External Posting
PAY RATE RANGE 15.00
CLOSE DATE 07/17/2026
PRIORITY REVIEW DATE (NOTE - POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME)
INTRODUCTION
We are looking for highly motivated students to work up to 19 hours/week in the University Support Services QA/Release Management group within the University Information Technology department. Work duties will include quality assurance testing, test automation scripting/development, SDLC and Agile process support and IT project coordination.
Students at this level will do their work under the direction of more experienced UIT-USS staff members. This position provides IT Quality Assurance support to the general university community for mission critical application services.
University Information Technology, the central IT service provider for campus, reports to the Chief Information Officer and is responsible for many of the University of Utah’s most critical common IT resources including the campus network; the Campus Information Services (CIS) portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration services; high performance and research computing; information security; teaching and learning technologies; software licensing; and a host of other systems and applications.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will work on various technical activities such as troubleshooting issues, writing test plans and developing test scripts, creating, maintaining and running automated tests on various University systems and applications, coordinating project work, helping with release management, developing and maintain documentation for various IT processes and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERENCES
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
POSTING SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
-
- Are you a current full-time student at the University of Utah or will be in the coming semester?
- Yes
- No
APPLICANT DOCUMENTS
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
* Resume
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS
* Cover Letter
OPEN DATE 06/17/2026
REQUISITION NUMBER PRN17147N
JOB TITLE UU Student - Computer
WORKING TITLE QA Student Intern
CAREER PROGRESSION TRACK SJ
FLSA CODE Nonexempt
PATIENT SENSITIVE JOB CODE? No
TYPE Non Benefited Staff / Student
TEMPORARY? No
STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK 19
FULL TIME OR PART TIME? Part Time
SHIFT Day
WORK SCHEDULE SUMMARY
Varies based on student’s class schedule
IS THIS A WORK STUDY JOB? No
VP AREA President
DEPARTMENT 00417 - UIT Univ Support Services
LOCATION Campus
CITY Salt Lake City, UT
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT External Posting
PAY RATE RANGE 15.00
CLOSE DATE 07/17/2026
PRIORITY REVIEW DATE (NOTE - POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Quality Assurance Lead
Document your QA credentials before applying
Compile certifications like ISTQB or ASQ CQA, performance review records, and a detailed work history showing progression to a lead role. Designated sponsors assess your credentials against the proposed training objectives before issuing a DS-2019.
Match your experience level to the right J-1 category
If you have fewer than five years of post-degree QA experience, the Trainee category applies. Beyond that threshold, the Specialist category is appropriate. Applying under the wrong category delays DS-2019 issuance and can trigger sponsor rejection.
Target host employers with structured QA training programs
Search for U.S. employers whose QA departments have formal onboarding curricula and defined mentorship roles. Use Migrate Mate to find organizations that actively host exchange visitors in quality and compliance functions.
Verify your host employer can sign a detailed training plan
The DS-7002 Training/Internship Placement Plan must map every phase of your QA Lead placement to specific learning objectives. Employers who lack a dedicated HR or compliance team often struggle to produce the documentation sponsors require.
Confirm whether your role triggers the two-year home residency requirement
J-1 participants funded by a home-country government or whose skill is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may face a two-year home residency requirement before changing status. Check USCIS guidance and your home country's list before accepting an offer.
Negotiate your offer letter to reflect training language
J-1 host agreements require the offer letter to describe the placement as a training opportunity with defined objectives, not simply ongoing employment. A letter framed purely as a permanent hire can cause the designated sponsor to reject the application at intake.
Quality Assurance Lead J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Quality Assurance Lead role?
Most Quality Assurance Lead placements fall under the Trainee category for professionals with one to five years of post-degree experience, or the Specialist category for those with deeper expertise in a recognized occupation. The Intern category applies only to current degree students or recent graduates within 12 months of completing a degree. Your designated sponsor determines the correct category based on your background and the host employer's training plan.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a QA Lead position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, not the hiring company. The employer acts as the host organization and signs the DS-7002 training plan, but the designated sponsor issues the DS-2019, monitors your compliance with program regulations, and holds legal responsibility for your exchange visitor status throughout the placement.
How do I find U.S. employers that will host J-1 exchange visitors in QA roles?
Many employers are open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors but don't advertise it explicitly in job postings. Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. companies and quality assurance roles that align with J-1 sponsorship pathways. Look specifically for employers whose QA or manufacturing functions have structured onboarding programs, since those teams are better positioned to satisfy the DS-7002 training plan requirements that designated sponsors enforce.
What does the DS-7002 training plan require for a Quality Assurance Lead placement?
The DS-7002 must break your placement into phases, each with specific QA competencies to be developed, methods of supervision, and measurable evaluation criteria. For a lead-level role, sponsors expect the plan to cover areas like statistical process control, corrective action workflows, audit management, and cross-functional team coordination. Vague or generic plans are routinely rejected by designated sponsors, so work with your host employer early to build a detailed, role-specific document.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to J-1 QA Lead participants?
It depends on two factors: whether your home country government or a U.S. government agency funded your exchange program, and whether your QA specialization appears on your home country's Exchange Visitor Skills List. If either condition applies, USCIS requires you to return home for two years before you can change to most other visa statuses or apply for a green card. Review your DS-2019 and check the J-1 waiver provisions through USCIS if you anticipate wanting to remain in the U.S. after your program ends.