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SAP S/4HANA professionals can pursue U.S. training and work experience through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories, administered by State Department-designated sponsors. These programs place you with a U.S. host employer in a structured training plan tied to your ERP specialization.
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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 in SAP S/4HANA
Align your SAP credentials with J-1 categories
Intern status requires current enrollment in a degree program, while Trainee status fits those who graduated within the past 12 months or have at least one year of relevant SAP work experience outside the U.S. Confirm which applies before approaching host employers.
Document your S/4HANA module specialization clearly
Designated sponsors and host employers need your training plan to map specific SAP modules, such as FICO, MM, or SD, to learning objectives. Vague ERP experience descriptions delay DS-2019 issuance. Prepare a module-by-module breakdown of your hands-on project history.
Target host employers with active S/4HANA migrations
U.S. companies mid-migration from SAP ECC to S/4HANA have structured training needs that align naturally with J-1 program requirements. Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by ERP platform and identify which employers are actively placing J-1 exchange visitors in implementation support functions.
Verify the host employer's J-1 compliance obligations
Your host employer must sign a training plan and cannot place you in a role that displaces a U.S. worker. Confirm the employer has worked with a State Department-designated sponsor before, since first-time hosts often underestimate the documentation timeline and cause DS-2019 delays.
Build your training plan around billable project phases
J-1 training plans require measurable learning objectives tied to specific timeframes. For S/4HANA roles, structure objectives around project phases: fit-gap analysis, configuration, UAT, and go-live support. Sponsors reject generic plans that list software names without phase-specific activities and skill outcomes.
Account for the 2-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 participants from countries with exchange visitor skills lists, or those funded by their home government, must return home for two years before changing to H-1B or green card status. Check your DS-2019 and passport country against the State Department skills list before accepting any host employer offer.
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Which J-1 program category fits SAP S/4HANA professionals?
The Trainee category fits most SAP S/4HANA professionals. It applies to individuals who have a degree and at least one year of prior S/4HANA or ERP experience outside the U.S., or who graduated within the past 12 months in a related field. Current students completing a degree may qualify under the Intern category instead. The two categories have different maximum stay limits and training plan requirements, so confirm your status with the designated sponsor before your host employer begins paperwork.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an SAP role?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a State Department-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form, set training plan standards, and monitor compliance. The company where you perform your SAP implementation or configuration work is the host employer, not the sponsor. Your host employer must agree to the training plan terms set by the designated sponsor before you can begin the J-1 process.
Can I work on a live S/4HANA implementation as a J-1 participant?
Yes, but your role must be framed as structured training, not standard employment. J-1 regulations require that you are gaining skills not readily available in your home country and that your activities follow an approved training plan. Participating in go-live support, UAT, or configuration under senior consultant supervision fits the training model. Hosting companies cannot use J-1 trainees to fill open permanent positions or replace U.S. workers on billable client projects.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 SAP trainees?
Most job boards don't filter for J-1 host eligibility, which makes targeted searching difficult. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for U.S. roles and employers aligned with J-1 sponsorship, including SAP and ERP implementation positions. Filtering by visa type and role function saves significant time compared to manually screening postings that never mention exchange visitor programs.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement apply to SAP S/4HANA J-1 participants?
It depends on your nationality and funding source. If your home country appears on the State Department exchange visitor skills list and SAP or ERP skills are included, or if your J-1 program was funded by your home government or the U.S. government, you're subject to the two-year home residency requirement before changing to H-1B or applying for a green card. Review your DS-2019 and consult your designated sponsor to determine whether a waiver application is an option before accepting a host employer offer.
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