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SAP ABAP Developer roles in the United States are available to international candidates through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories, administered by State Department-designated sponsors. Host employers in enterprise software, consulting, and corporate IT departments can bring in candidates without a lottery or annual cap.
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At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
About the SAP Internship Experience Program
The SAP Internship Experience Program is SAP’s global, strategic, paid internship program that provides university students with opportunities to find purpose in their careers.
Three reasons to intern at SAP
- Culture of collaboration: Meet with mentors, make new friends across the globe, and create a thriving personal network.
- Project-driven experience: gain cross-functional skills from our virtual and in-person learning sessions, diverse subject matter experts, and project deliverables.
- Gain visibility: with the SAP Internship Experience Program in your title, you’ll have a global network of SAP leaders, entrepreneurs, and career development opportunities at your fingertips.
What you’ll do:
Position title: SAP iXp Intern - Mobile Developer
Location: Hybrid - Naperville / Chicago
Expected start date: June 2026
Duration: 6-12 months
Working hours: Part-time - Full-time (20 - 40 hrs./week)
- Assist in the development of mission-critical mobile applications by:
- Conducting hands-on POC’s for upcoming technologies
- Creating unit tests and automated test scripts for feature development
- Investigating and resolving critical system issues for Enterprise-level Fortune 500 companies
- Feel the satisfaction of delivering a solution to customers that makes their businesses run simpler and better
- Meet, work, and talk with colleagues and customers from all around the world!
- Master SAP software that industries, governments, and multinational companies around the globe are using
- Work collaboratively with the Architect, Developers, QA, UX Designers, and Product Owners
What you bring:
We’re looking for someone who takes initiative, perseveres, and stays curious. You like to work on meaningful, innovative projects and are energized by lifelong learning.
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master's A minimum of 60 credit hours working towards a BS degree in Computer Science
- Eligibility: Must be currently enrolled, or recently graduated (start date must be within 6 months of graduation date) from a coding academy/bootcamp, apprenticeship, associate, bachelor’s, master’s or JD/PhD program
- GPA 3.0
- Strong Java, JavaScript, or Swift skills
- Excellent English communication skills (written and oral)
- Excellent diagnostic and technical analysis skills
- Database knowledge is a plus
Meet your team:
The Mobile Experience and Engineering (MXE), Chicago unit is responsible for the development and timely delivery of mobile enterprise applications. The MXE portfolio consists of a variety of mobile apps that allows users to work offline and online, supports iOS, Android, and Windows, cloud-based deployment, and integrates with SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA.
Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the hourly base salary rate range applicable for the posted role. The targeted range for this position is 0-USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidates will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. SAP offers limited benefits for employees hired into hourly or like roles subject to applicable plan/policy terms. A summary of benefits and eligibility requirements can be found by clicking this link: www.SAPNorthAmericaBenefits.com.
AI Usage in the Recruitment Process
For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process. Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Requisition ID: 451931 | Work Area: Software-Design and Development | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Student | Employment Type: Limited Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
About the SAP Internship Experience Program
The SAP Internship Experience Program is SAP’s global, strategic, paid internship program that provides university students with opportunities to find purpose in their careers.
Three reasons to intern at SAP
- Culture of collaboration: Meet with mentors, make new friends across the globe, and create a thriving personal network.
- Project-driven experience: gain cross-functional skills from our virtual and in-person learning sessions, diverse subject matter experts, and project deliverables.
- Gain visibility: with the SAP Internship Experience Program in your title, you’ll have a global network of SAP leaders, entrepreneurs, and career development opportunities at your fingertips.
What you’ll do:
Position title: SAP iXp Intern - Mobile Developer
Location: Hybrid - Naperville / Chicago
Expected start date: June 2026
Duration: 6-12 months
Working hours: Part-time - Full-time (20 - 40 hrs./week)
- Assist in the development of mission-critical mobile applications by:
- Conducting hands-on POC’s for upcoming technologies
- Creating unit tests and automated test scripts for feature development
- Investigating and resolving critical system issues for Enterprise-level Fortune 500 companies
- Feel the satisfaction of delivering a solution to customers that makes their businesses run simpler and better
- Meet, work, and talk with colleagues and customers from all around the world!
- Master SAP software that industries, governments, and multinational companies around the globe are using
- Work collaboratively with the Architect, Developers, QA, UX Designers, and Product Owners
What you bring:
We’re looking for someone who takes initiative, perseveres, and stays curious. You like to work on meaningful, innovative projects and are energized by lifelong learning.
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master's A minimum of 60 credit hours working towards a BS degree in Computer Science
- Eligibility: Must be currently enrolled, or recently graduated (start date must be within 6 months of graduation date) from a coding academy/bootcamp, apprenticeship, associate, bachelor’s, master’s or JD/PhD program
- GPA 3.0
- Strong Java, JavaScript, or Swift skills
- Excellent English communication skills (written and oral)
- Excellent diagnostic and technical analysis skills
- Database knowledge is a plus
Meet your team:
The Mobile Experience and Engineering (MXE), Chicago unit is responsible for the development and timely delivery of mobile enterprise applications. The MXE portfolio consists of a variety of mobile apps that allows users to work offline and online, supports iOS, Android, and Windows, cloud-based deployment, and integrates with SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA.
Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the hourly base salary rate range applicable for the posted role. The targeted range for this position is 0-USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidates will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. SAP offers limited benefits for employees hired into hourly or like roles subject to applicable plan/policy terms. A summary of benefits and eligibility requirements can be found by clicking this link: www.SAPNorthAmericaBenefits.com.
AI Usage in the Recruitment Process
For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process. Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Requisition ID: 451931 | Work Area: Software-Design and Development | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Student | Employment Type: Limited Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a SAP ABAP Developer
Align your ABAP portfolio with U.S. role requirements
Document your SAP module experience, S/4HANA migration projects, and any ABAP OO or Fiori work with version-controlled code samples. U.S. host employers reviewing J-1 Trainee candidates expect evidence of hands-on deliverables, not just certifications.
Confirm your J-1 category before targeting roles
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, you qualify for the Intern category. If you've graduated within the past year, the Trainee category applies. Misidentifying your category early causes training plan rejections later, so clarify this before submitting applications.
Search for host employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter SAP ABAP Developer roles by J-1 sponsorship compatibility. Host employers who have structured training programs and prior exchange visitor experience are more likely to support the DS-2019 application process through a designated sponsor.
Require a signed training plan before accepting any offer
The DS-2019 process requires a formal Training or Internship Placement Plan detailing your ABAP learning objectives, supervision structure, and weekly schedule. Ask the host employer to commit to this document before you accept an offer, as delays here stall your visa timeline.
Verify the host employer's J-1 compliance standing
Host organizations must maintain a compliant workplace under State Department regulations. Ask directly whether they've hosted J-1 Trainees before and whether they're prepared to work with a designated sponsor such as AIPT or Cultural Vistas to administer your DS-2019.
Check the two-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 Trainee participants are subject to a two-year home-country physical presence requirement upon program completion. This is typically triggered by government funding or skills on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Confirm your status with the designated sponsor before accepting a role.
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Find SAP ABAP Developer JobsSAP ABAP Developer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an SAP ABAP Developer?
The Intern category covers current students pursuing a degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. The Trainee category covers professionals who graduated within the past 12 months or have at least one year of relevant SAP work experience abroad. Both categories require a structured training plan with defined ABAP learning objectives, submitted by a State Department-designated sponsor organization.
Who actually sponsors a J-1 visa for this role, the employer or someone else?
The hiring company is the host employer, not the visa sponsor. The actual J-1 sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as AIPT, Cultural Vistas, or IIE, that reviews your training plan, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors your program for compliance. The host employer funds and supervises your work, but the designated sponsor organization holds legal responsibility for your exchange visitor status.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 SAP ABAP Developers?
Migrate Mate lists SAP ABAP Developer roles filtered by J-1 sponsorship compatibility, making it the most direct way to identify host employers who have experience with exchange visitor programs. Prioritize employers in enterprise software consulting, large-scale ERP implementation firms, and corporate IT departments, as these environments are more likely to have structured training programs that satisfy J-1 Trainee requirements.
What documentation should I prepare before a J-1 employer interview?
Prepare a detailed breakdown of your SAP project history including modules used, role scope, and outcomes. Compile official academic transcripts or degree certificates translated into English. Gather a current resume formatted for U.S. standards and a one-page summary of your proposed training objectives in ABAP development. The designated sponsor will need all of this to build and approve your Training or Internship Placement Plan.
Can a J-1 SAP ABAP Developer role lead to long-term U.S. employment?
J-1 status is temporary and program-specific, so it doesn't directly convert to permanent employment authorization. However, completing a Trainee program with a U.S. employer can establish the relationship needed for that employer to later sponsor an H-1B or other work visa. If the two-year home residency requirement applies to you, it must be fulfilled or waived before switching to most other nonimmigrant visa categories.
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