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Right of Way Agent positions in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Specialist program category. Designated sponsors issue your DS-2019, and host employers in infrastructure, utilities, and land acquisition provide the practical training environment.
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Get Access To All JobsBuild your best future with the Johnson Controls Team:
As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. As a member of the Johnson Controls Future Leaders Internship Program, you will learn to use your valuable skill set, knowledge, and passion to excel in a dynamic and competitive global environment. Our Internship Program is a unique opportunity to put classroom theory into practice while bolstering your resume and professional network. By joining a program that is rooted in community, connection, and memorable experiences, you will have an opportunity to transform your future. We are proud to share that our Intern Program has been recognized by Yello x WayUp as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs in the United States for 2025.
What you will do
Johnson Controls Inc. invites you to apply for an intern HVAC position in our Minot office. Our internship program is designed to provide you with a positive work/training experience and challenging objectives that are consistent with your career goals and current level of education. Specific identified internship responsibilities are outlined below.
Under direct supervision, completes assigned programming, commissioning, basic trouble shooting and preventive maintenance of HVAC systems per contract obligation.
How you will do it
- Assists experienced personnel with coordinating, scheduling, and executing HVAC Controls and Mechanical tasks.
- Adheres to safety standards and local and national codes, with a high degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety.
- Continuous proactive customer interactions including an in-depth understanding of customer(s) needs wants and systems currently in place.
- Work with management staff to coordinate, manage, and install equipment data collection monitoring systems.
- Completes paperwork and onsite documentation as required.
- Performs self-study (reading, research, and practice) to obtain technical proficiency on required products and application.
What we look for
- Currently enrolled in a 1- or 2-year degree program in HVAC, mechanical or similar field or equivalent work experience.
- Working knowledge to include mechanical systems, low voltage, common Microsoft software and the ability to develop proficiency with JCI proprietary software.
- Effective interpersonal skills to properly represent Johnson Controls to customers and other outside contacts in an ethical and professional manner.
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $19.00 – $22.00/hour (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site.
Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls Team:
As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. As a member of the Johnson Controls Future Leaders Internship Program, you will learn to use your valuable skill set, knowledge, and passion to excel in a dynamic and competitive global environment. Our Internship Program is a unique opportunity to put classroom theory into practice while bolstering your resume and professional network. By joining a program that is rooted in community, connection, and memorable experiences, you will have an opportunity to transform your future. We are proud to share that our Intern Program has been recognized by Yello x WayUp as one of the Top 100 Internship Programs in the United States for 2025.
What you will do
Johnson Controls Inc. invites you to apply for an intern HVAC position in our Minot office. Our internship program is designed to provide you with a positive work/training experience and challenging objectives that are consistent with your career goals and current level of education. Specific identified internship responsibilities are outlined below.
Under direct supervision, completes assigned programming, commissioning, basic trouble shooting and preventive maintenance of HVAC systems per contract obligation.
How you will do it
- Assists experienced personnel with coordinating, scheduling, and executing HVAC Controls and Mechanical tasks.
- Adheres to safety standards and local and national codes, with a high degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety.
- Continuous proactive customer interactions including an in-depth understanding of customer(s) needs wants and systems currently in place.
- Work with management staff to coordinate, manage, and install equipment data collection monitoring systems.
- Completes paperwork and onsite documentation as required.
- Performs self-study (reading, research, and practice) to obtain technical proficiency on required products and application.
What we look for
- Currently enrolled in a 1- or 2-year degree program in HVAC, mechanical or similar field or equivalent work experience.
- Working knowledge to include mechanical systems, low voltage, common Microsoft software and the ability to develop proficiency with JCI proprietary software.
- Effective interpersonal skills to properly represent Johnson Controls to customers and other outside contacts in an ethical and professional manner.
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $19.00 – $22.00/hour (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site.
Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Right of Way Agent
Document your land rights training plan
Your DS-2019 requires a structured training plan detailing the right of way skills you'll develop. Map your learning objectives to specific tasks, such as title research, easement negotiation, and condemnation support, so the designated sponsor can approve your program.
Target infrastructure and utility employers
Search for host employers in pipeline, electric transmission, transportation, and broadband expansion sectors. These industries file LCAs regularly for right of way work and maintain active relationships with designated J-1 visa sponsors familiar with land acquisition roles.
Verify the two-year home residency requirement early
Some Trainee and Specialist placements trigger a two-year home residency requirement before you can change to H-1B visa or green card status. Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your funding source or nationality subjects you to this rule before accepting an offer.
Search J-1-aligned roles on Migrate Mate
Filter your right of way job search by employers with J-1 hosting history using Migrate Mate. Targeting companies that have previously hosted exchange visitors in land rights or real estate roles shortens the path to finding a compatible host employer.
Confirm the Specialist category fits your experience
The J-1 Specialist category suits professionals with expertise beyond entry level. If you hold a degree plus several years in right of way acquisition, appraisal review, or GIS-based land analysis, confirm with your designated sponsor that Specialist, not Trainee, is the appropriate program category.
Align your host employer with a designated sponsor
Your host employer must sign a formal training agreement with a State Department-designated sponsor organization such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT. Raise this administrative requirement with the employer during the offer stage so both parties can complete program enrollment without delaying your start date.
Right of Way Agent J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Right of Way Agent roles?
The Trainee category applies if you're within five years of graduating or have less than one year of post-degree right of way experience. The Specialist category fits professionals with substantial expertise in land acquisition, easement negotiation, or title research. A designated sponsor organization, not your host employer, determines the correct category based on your background and proposed training objectives.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a Right of Way Agent position?
A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 form and holds legal responsibility for your exchange program. Your host employer in infrastructure or utility development provides the placement and signs the training agreement, but the sponsor, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, administers program compliance and maintains contact with the State Department throughout your stay.
How do I find host employers who are open to J-1 exchange visitors in right of way work?
Migrate Mate lets you filter for employers with J-1 hosting history in land rights and infrastructure roles. Targeting companies that have previously partnered with designated sponsors is more efficient than cold outreach, because those employers already understand the DS-2019 process, training plan requirements, and the distinction between hosting an exchange visitor and direct employee sponsorship.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Right of Way Agent J-1 participants?
It can. If your J-1 program is funded by a U.S. or home government source, or if your home country has designated your field as needed, you may be subject to a two-year home residency requirement before changing to H-1B or immigrant status. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before signing an offer, since this affects your long-term U.S. career options significantly.
What should my training plan include for a J-1 Right of Way Agent placement?
Your designated sponsor will require a detailed training plan covering the specific competencies you'll acquire, such as property boundary analysis, condemnation proceedings, agent-landowner negotiation, and GIS mapping tools used in corridor analysis. The plan must include a week-by-week or phase-by-phase schedule, measurable learning outcomes, and the name and qualifications of your on-site supervisor at the host employer.