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Security Guard positions in the United States are available to international exchange visitors through the J-1 Trainee and Intern program categories, which require a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019. Finding a host employer willing to structure a J-1 training plan is the first step toward sponsorship in this field.
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Get Access To All JobsItron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
Our Information Security team plays a critical role in protecting our customers, products, and global operations. We are seeking an Information Security Communications Intern who is customer‑centric, collaborative, and passionate about clear, impactful communication to support internal and external information security initiatives.
This internship offers hands‑on experience working with a diverse, global group of stakeholders while supporting a fast‑moving, innovative security organization within the Utilities & Energy sector.
Internship Duration
40 hours per week starting Summer 2026, with potential for part-time continuation into fall academic term.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the Information Security team by creating clear, engaging, and audience‑appropriate communications, including presentations, internal announcements, training materials, and security awareness content
- Translate complex or technical information security concepts into accessible, authentic messaging that supports customer trust and organizational accountability
- Collaborate with cross‑functional partners across engineering, IT, legal, and global business teams in an agile and inclusive environment
- Assist in the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of security awareness and education materials that reinforce responsible behavior and shared accountability
- Coordinate communications for global information security initiatives, ensuring clarity, consistency, and cultural awareness across regions
- Edit, proofread, and refine content to ensure accuracy, tone, and alignment with Itron’s brand, values, and customer‑centric mindset
- Contribute innovative ideas to improve how information security messages are delivered, understood, and adopted across the organization
- Participate actively in team meetings and projects, demonstrating curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn in a dynamic technology environment
Required Skills & Experience
- Currently enrolled in an accredited degree program in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, Technical Writing, or a related field
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to distill complex or technical topics into clear, concise, and engaging content
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional and global stakeholders in a respectful and inclusive manner
- Ability to maintain confidentiality while working in a fast‑paced, evolving technology environment
- High level of accountability, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering accurate, high‑quality work
- Customer‑centric mindset with an interest in how communication supports security, trust, and positive business outcomes
- Ability to work on‑site 2–3 days per week in Liberty Lake, WA as part of a hybrid schedule
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Interest in information security, technology, or risk management within the Utilities & Energy sector
- Experience creating content across multiple formats, such as presentations, intranet articles, newsletters, or training materials
- Familiarity with collaboration and content tools such as Microsoft 365, SharePoint, or similar platforms
- Exposure to working with global or cross‑cultural teams
- Creative and innovative thinker who enjoys improving processes and finding more effective ways to communicate important information
Compensation
- Salary Range: $15.87 - $44.23 per hour
Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.
Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
Our Information Security team plays a critical role in protecting our customers, products, and global operations. We are seeking an Information Security Communications Intern who is customer‑centric, collaborative, and passionate about clear, impactful communication to support internal and external information security initiatives.
This internship offers hands‑on experience working with a diverse, global group of stakeholders while supporting a fast‑moving, innovative security organization within the Utilities & Energy sector.
Internship Duration
40 hours per week starting Summer 2026, with potential for part-time continuation into fall academic term.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the Information Security team by creating clear, engaging, and audience‑appropriate communications, including presentations, internal announcements, training materials, and security awareness content
- Translate complex or technical information security concepts into accessible, authentic messaging that supports customer trust and organizational accountability
- Collaborate with cross‑functional partners across engineering, IT, legal, and global business teams in an agile and inclusive environment
- Assist in the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of security awareness and education materials that reinforce responsible behavior and shared accountability
- Coordinate communications for global information security initiatives, ensuring clarity, consistency, and cultural awareness across regions
- Edit, proofread, and refine content to ensure accuracy, tone, and alignment with Itron’s brand, values, and customer‑centric mindset
- Contribute innovative ideas to improve how information security messages are delivered, understood, and adopted across the organization
- Participate actively in team meetings and projects, demonstrating curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn in a dynamic technology environment
Required Skills & Experience
- Currently enrolled in an accredited degree program in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, Technical Writing, or a related field
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to distill complex or technical topics into clear, concise, and engaging content
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional and global stakeholders in a respectful and inclusive manner
- Ability to maintain confidentiality while working in a fast‑paced, evolving technology environment
- High level of accountability, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering accurate, high‑quality work
- Customer‑centric mindset with an interest in how communication supports security, trust, and positive business outcomes
- Ability to work on‑site 2–3 days per week in Liberty Lake, WA as part of a hybrid schedule
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Interest in information security, technology, or risk management within the Utilities & Energy sector
- Experience creating content across multiple formats, such as presentations, intranet articles, newsletters, or training materials
- Familiarity with collaboration and content tools such as Microsoft 365, SharePoint, or similar platforms
- Exposure to working with global or cross‑cultural teams
- Creative and innovative thinker who enjoys improving processes and finding more effective ways to communicate important information
Compensation
- Salary Range: $15.87 - $44.23 per hour
Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Security Guard
Frame your background as a training program
J-1 Trainee sponsorship requires a structured training plan, not just a job offer. Document your prior security or law enforcement experience abroad so your host employer can justify the U.S.-based training component to a designated sponsor organization.
Verify your program category fits your timeline
Current students in a degree program use the J-1 Intern category, while those with a degree plus one year of professional security experience qualify as Trainees. Applying under the wrong category will get your DS-2019 application rejected before a sponsor reviews it.
Search for host employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. security employers that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors before. A host with prior J-1 experience already understands the training plan requirements and is far more likely to move forward quickly.
Check whether your role triggers the two-year rule
Security roles funded by your home government or falling under an Exchange Visitor Skills List can trigger the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Confirm your country and funding source with the designated sponsor before accepting any offer.
Ask the host employer about E-Verify enrollment
Your host employer must be able to verify your employment eligibility. Confirm they are enrolled in E-Verify before the designated sponsor finalizes your DS-2019, since compliance gaps discovered late can delay your program start date by weeks.
Request a signed training plan before your visa interview
The DS-7002 training plan must be signed by both you and the host employer before your consular interview. Security-specific plans should outline shift supervision, emergency response protocols, and report-writing objectives across each phase of your exchange period.
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Find Security Guard JobsSecurity Guard J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Security Guard positions?
Most Security Guard roles fall under the J-1 Trainee category, which is for individuals who have completed a degree or professional certificate and have at least one year of related work experience outside the United States. If you are currently enrolled in a degree program and the position forms part of your curriculum, the Intern category may apply instead. The designated sponsor organization, not the employer, determines which category your situation fits.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a Security Guard role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, not the security company where you will work. The security company is your host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, reviews and co-signs your DS-7002 training plan, and monitors your program compliance throughout your stay.
How do I find a U.S. security employer willing to host a J-1 exchange visitor?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Security Guard roles at U.S. employers that have prior experience with J-1 exchange visitors. Hosts familiar with the program already understand the DS-7002 training plan requirement and the oversight responsibilities that come with hosting. Cold-applying to employers with no J-1 history significantly increases the risk of a rejected training plan.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Security Guard J-1 participants?
It can. If your security training is funded by your home government, or if your home country lists your occupation on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e) applies after your program ends. This bars you from changing to H-1B or permanent resident status in the United States until you return home or obtain a waiver. Confirm your eligibility with the designated sponsor before signing any host employer agreement.
What does a J-1 training plan for a Security Guard role need to include?
The DS-7002 training plan must detail the specific skills you will develop at the host site, broken into phases with objectives and timelines. For Security Guard positions, this typically covers areas such as access control procedures, incident reporting, emergency response coordination, and surveillance equipment operation. Vague plans citing only general security duties are frequently rejected by designated sponsors. Your host employer needs to provide enough operational specificity to demonstrate genuine skill transfer.
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