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Quality Assurance Tester roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and oversees your training plan with the host employer.
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Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Langan is seeking a spring and summer Quality Assurance Intern or Co-op to join its collaborative Information Technology team in Parsippany, NJ. This individual will serve a key function in supporting the software development team and assisting in the testing and documentation of software projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to support strategic and innovative company initiatives.
Job Responsibilities:
- Test new internal software applications to ensure quality assurance (QA) standards are met prior to go-live and document the QA processes you execute; for example, user navigation, notifications, and experience;
- Develop new and update existing standard operating procedures/user guides;
- Support the Software QA team with tasks including follow-ups to internal client meetings; and
- Perform other duties as requested.
Job Requirements:
- Student actively pursuing a four year or advanced degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field;
- Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week during the spring semester;
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 or greater is preferred;
- Possess excellent problem solving skills and effective communication skills; and
- Ability to work independently and in an applications development team.
Please submit your resume, cover letter and academic transcripts.
Langan does not provide housing or relocation assistance for internship/co-op positions.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Certain US jurisdictions require Langan to include an estimate of salary or hourly ranges. The estimated range for this role is: $25 - $32. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. Certain roles may be eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm. Employees are also eligible to receive up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time and 10 paid holidays throughout the year. Eligibility and actual paid time off may vary based on local law and factors such as hours worked, related work experience and level.
INTRODUCTION
Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Langan is seeking a spring and summer Quality Assurance Intern or Co-op to join its collaborative Information Technology team in Parsippany, NJ. This individual will serve a key function in supporting the software development team and assisting in the testing and documentation of software projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to support strategic and innovative company initiatives.
Job Responsibilities:
- Test new internal software applications to ensure quality assurance (QA) standards are met prior to go-live and document the QA processes you execute; for example, user navigation, notifications, and experience;
- Develop new and update existing standard operating procedures/user guides;
- Support the Software QA team with tasks including follow-ups to internal client meetings; and
- Perform other duties as requested.
Job Requirements:
- Student actively pursuing a four year or advanced degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field;
- Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week during the spring semester;
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 or greater is preferred;
- Possess excellent problem solving skills and effective communication skills; and
- Ability to work independently and in an applications development team.
Please submit your resume, cover letter and academic transcripts.
Langan does not provide housing or relocation assistance for internship/co-op positions.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Certain US jurisdictions require Langan to include an estimate of salary or hourly ranges. The estimated range for this role is: $25 - $32. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. Certain roles may be eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm. Employees are also eligible to receive up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time and 10 paid holidays throughout the year. Eligibility and actual paid time off may vary based on local law and factors such as hours worked, related work experience and level.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Quality Assurance Tester
Align your QA credentials with program requirements
The Trainee category requires at least one year of prior QA experience or a relevant degree plus related work. Document your bug-tracking, test-case development, and SDLC exposure before approaching a designated sponsor with your training plan proposal.
Target host employers with structured QA training programs
Software companies and tech-adjacent manufacturers are the most likely host employers for J-1 QA Trainees. Look for organizations that already run onboarding rotations across testing, automation, and release cycles, since sponsors require a detailed, stage-by-stage training plan from your host.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned QA roles
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers actively posting Quality Assurance Tester positions that align with exchange visitor program structures. Filtering by role and sponsorship compatibility saves time before you contact a designated sponsor.
Negotiate your training plan before the DS-2019 is issued
Your host employer and designated sponsor must agree on a written training plan covering specific QA competencies, tools, and milestones. Get that document drafted and signed before you submit anything to your sponsor, because revisions after DS-2019 issuance delay your program start.
Check the home residency requirement early in your search
Some J-1 Trainees are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement after their program ends, which affects H-1B and green card timing. Your DS-2019 will note whether this applies, but confirm it with your designated sponsor before accepting a host offer.
Verify your host employer's E-Verify enrollment status
Many designated sponsors require host employers to be enrolled in E-Verify as a condition of program approval. Confirm this with your prospective host before your sponsor submits the training plan, so you don't lose weeks to last-minute employer onboarding.
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Find Quality Assurance Tester JobsQuality Assurance Tester J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Quality Assurance Tester role?
It depends on your career stage. If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies and allows QA work directly related to your field of study. If you've already graduated or have at least one year of professional QA experience, the Trainee category is the right fit. Both require a host employer and a written training plan approved by a designated sponsor.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a QA Tester?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue your DS-2019 form and oversee compliance with program regulations. The company where you perform QA work is your host employer. These are two separate relationships, and confusing them can derail your application if you approach the wrong party first.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 QA Trainee?
Search Migrate Mate to identify Quality Assurance Tester positions at U.S. employers that align with J-1 exchange visitor program structures. Once you have a prospective host, your designated sponsor will evaluate whether that employer can support the structured training plan and oversight requirements the program mandates. Finding the host employer is your responsibility, not the sponsor's.
What does the QA Trainee training plan need to include?
Your training plan must outline specific learning objectives tied to QA competencies, such as manual testing methodologies, automated testing tools like Selenium or JIRA workflows, defect lifecycle management, and release validation processes. It should break these into phases with measurable milestones. Your designated sponsor will review the plan, and your host employer must sign it before your DS-2019 is issued.
Can I stay in the United States and switch to an H-1B after my J-1 QA program ends?
Possibly, but the two-year home-country residency requirement may apply to your J-1, which would require you to return home before obtaining an H-1B or immigrant visa. Whether this requirement applies depends on your country of nationality and whether your program received government funding. Check your DS-2019 and confirm with your designated sponsor before making post-program career plans.
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