J-1 Visa Service Coordinator Jobs
Service Coordinator roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Intern program categories. Designated sponsors issue your DS-2019 once a host employer agrees to your training plan, with no annual cap or lottery to navigate.
Find J-1 Visa Service Coordinator JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 67+ Service Coordinator jobs
See all 67+ Service Coordinator Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Service Coordinator roles.
Get Access To All JobsPosting Number FAC00103PO26
Advertised Title Assistant Professor & Internship Coordinator
Campus Beaufort
College/Division USC Beaufort College/Division Level
Department BFT Public Hlth & Human Services
Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with experience
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis 9 months
Work County Beaufort
Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Search Category Faculty
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.
Advertised Job Summary
USCB invites applications for a full-time, professional-track position at the rank of Instructor to begin August 2027.
This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track teaching, research, and service position. Candidates must be willing to teach undergraduate Public Health courses related to internships, Health Behavior, Health Inequalities, Health Promotion, among other Public Health courses in both online and traditional settings. Candidates must possess a doctorate in Public Health or closely related field; ABD will be considered with degree conferred by time of appointment. Candidates must demonstrate the potential or ability to conduct scholarly research of sufficient quality and quantity to satisfy USCB guidelines for a tenure-track position. Evidence of teaching effectiveness is desired. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience.
Teaching load of four courses in fall semester and four courses in the spring semester each year in the Public Health & Human Services department is expected. However, teaching load can vary across the semesters so incumbent may be assigned additional duties related to Internship Coordination for the Department of Public Health & Human Services (PHHS). Duties of the Internship Coordination include, but are not limited to organizing, coordinating, and facilitating the operations to place, measure, and track internship effectiveness. Highly effective communication strategies with students and community organization leaders are expected. Additional responsibilities include support to the Chair of PHHS and other duties as assigned.
This is a tenure-track appointment that may be renewed contingent upon approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding.
Please be prepared to upload a cover letter, CV, and a teaching portfolio of your work. As the search advances reference letters will also be required. Your references will be sent a link to upload their reference letter. Reference letters should be on official letterhead, and signatures are required. Physical and digital signatures are acceptable; typed names will not be accepted.
Required Education and Experience
PhD in Public Health, Health Education, Health Promotion, Public Administration, Public Policy, Healthcare Administration, or a related discipline with expertise in Public Health and/or Human Services.
Preferred Qualifications
CHES or CPH
Desired Start Date 08/16/2027
Job Open Date 09/03/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
Posting Number FAC00103PO26
Advertised Title Assistant Professor & Internship Coordinator
Campus Beaufort
College/Division USC Beaufort College/Division Level
Department BFT Public Hlth & Human Services
Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with experience
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis 9 months
Work County Beaufort
Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Search Category Faculty
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.
Advertised Job Summary
USCB invites applications for a full-time, professional-track position at the rank of Instructor to begin August 2027.
This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track teaching, research, and service position. Candidates must be willing to teach undergraduate Public Health courses related to internships, Health Behavior, Health Inequalities, Health Promotion, among other Public Health courses in both online and traditional settings. Candidates must possess a doctorate in Public Health or closely related field; ABD will be considered with degree conferred by time of appointment. Candidates must demonstrate the potential or ability to conduct scholarly research of sufficient quality and quantity to satisfy USCB guidelines for a tenure-track position. Evidence of teaching effectiveness is desired. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience.
Teaching load of four courses in fall semester and four courses in the spring semester each year in the Public Health & Human Services department is expected. However, teaching load can vary across the semesters so incumbent may be assigned additional duties related to Internship Coordination for the Department of Public Health & Human Services (PHHS). Duties of the Internship Coordination include, but are not limited to organizing, coordinating, and facilitating the operations to place, measure, and track internship effectiveness. Highly effective communication strategies with students and community organization leaders are expected. Additional responsibilities include support to the Chair of PHHS and other duties as assigned.
This is a tenure-track appointment that may be renewed contingent upon approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding.
Please be prepared to upload a cover letter, CV, and a teaching portfolio of your work. As the search advances reference letters will also be required. Your references will be sent a link to upload their reference letter. Reference letters should be on official letterhead, and signatures are required. Physical and digital signatures are acceptable; typed names will not be accepted.
Required Education and Experience
PhD in Public Health, Health Education, Health Promotion, Public Administration, Public Policy, Healthcare Administration, or a related discipline with expertise in Public Health and/or Human Services.
Preferred Qualifications
CHES or CPH
Desired Start Date 08/16/2027
Job Open Date 09/03/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
See all 67+ J-1 Visa Service Coordinator Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new J-1 Visa Service Coordinator Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Service Coordinator
Align your training plan with coordination duties
Your DS-2019 training plan must map directly to service coordination tasks like case management, stakeholder communication, and workflow oversight. Vague plans get rejected by designated sponsors, so document specific competencies you'll develop in the host organization.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility before applying
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program abroad, you qualify under the Intern category. If you've graduated within the past 12 months or have relevant professional experience, the Trainee category applies. Targeting the wrong category delays your DS-2019 issuance.
Search J-1-aligned roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers posting Service Coordinator roles that align with J-1 visa sponsorship. Filtering by host organizations that have previously worked with exchange visitors saves you from approaching employers unfamiliar with the DS-2019 process.
Verify host employers understand their compliance obligations
Host organizations must provide adequate supervision, maintain safe working conditions, and cooperate with your designated sponsor's monitoring visits. Ask prospective employers directly whether they've hosted J-1 Trainees before and whether they're prepared to sign a formal training plan.
Check whether your home country triggers the two-year rule
Service Coordinators from countries on the DOS exchange visitor skills list, or funded by a government program, face a two-year home residency requirement before switching to most other visa categories. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Request your DS-2019 with buffer time before your start date
Designated sponsors typically need two to four weeks to review and issue a DS-2019 after your host employer submits the training plan. Factor this into your offer negotiation so your program start date isn't pushed back due to processing delays.
Service Coordinator J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Service Coordinator role?
Most Service Coordinator candidates qualify under the Trainee category if they've graduated within the past 12 months or have related professional experience, or under the Intern category if they're currently enrolled in a degree program outside the United States. The host employer's role must align with the structured learning objectives required by the designated sponsor's training plan.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Service Coordinator?
Your visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, not your employer. The employer is your host organization. The designated sponsor reviews your training plan, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors your program compliance. Your host employer signs the plan but cannot issue the DS-2019 independently.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Service Coordinators?
Migrate Mate lists Service Coordinator roles from U.S. employers that are familiar with exchange visitor programs, so you can focus on organizations already receptive to the J-1 host process. Reaching out cold to employers with no prior J-1 experience typically means educating them about the DS-2019, training plan requirements, and sponsor oversight before you even discuss the role.
Does a Service Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for J-1 purposes?
The J-1 Trainee and Intern categories don't require a specialty occupation determination the way the H-1B visa does. What matters is that the role provides structured, progressive learning in a recognized occupational field. Service coordination, which involves case management, interagency communication, and process oversight, fits within business administration and management fields recognized by designated sponsors.
Can I extend my J-1 program or change employers during my placement?
J-1 Trainee programs can run up to 18 months and may be extended once with designated sponsor approval, provided the training plan is updated. Changing host employers mid-program requires your designated sponsor's consent and a revised DS-2019. Leaving a host organization without notifying your sponsor puts your J-1 status at risk, so confirm the process in writing before making any move.