J-1 Visa Service Tech Jobs
Service Tech roles in the United States are accessible to international candidates through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsor organizations issue the DS-2019 that makes sponsorship possible, while your U.S. host employer provides the hands-on training environment.
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CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
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CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
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If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Job duties to include:
- Working directly with Dr. Dancy and Graduate researchers in the Liberatory Tech Project to analyze human-AI interface design and develop new interfaces and interaction patterns based on that analysis
- Work on archival and data processes that will be used for developing new human-AI systems related to digital archives. This may involve help with analysis of digital archive meta-data, as well as entry and analysis of those data. The work will also involve help with exploratory data analysis, and data augmentation and organization that will be important for datasets to be used in machine learning research.
- Serving as a communication liaison between the Liberatory Tech and Douglass Day projects in the Center for Black Digital Research for the purposes of Douglass Day 2027 programming
- Engaging in critical discussions with LibTech project and Douglass Day project leadership regarding AI use in related digital archives work.
Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information science, or closely related field
- Experience with Human-Centered Design and Development
- Experience or educational background in archives, museum studies, or related area of study
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
-
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
-
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
-
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Job duties to include:
- Working directly with Dr. Dancy and Graduate researchers in the Liberatory Tech Project to analyze human-AI interface design and develop new interfaces and interaction patterns based on that analysis
- Work on archival and data processes that will be used for developing new human-AI systems related to digital archives. This may involve help with analysis of digital archive meta-data, as well as entry and analysis of those data. The work will also involve help with exploratory data analysis, and data augmentation and organization that will be important for datasets to be used in machine learning research.
- Serving as a communication liaison between the Liberatory Tech and Douglass Day projects in the Center for Black Digital Research for the purposes of Douglass Day 2027 programming
- Engaging in critical discussions with LibTech project and Douglass Day project leadership regarding AI use in related digital archives work.
Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information science, or closely related field
- Experience with Human-Centered Design and Development
- Experience or educational background in archives, museum studies, or related area of study
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Service Tech
Document your technical training plan early
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed Training Plan (DS-7002) before issuing a DS-2019. Map your current skills against the specific service procedures you'll practice on-site, so the plan reflects genuine occupational training rather than routine employment.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee program eligibility
The Intern category applies if you're currently enrolled in a post-secondary program. The Trainee category fits candidates who graduated within the past 12 months or have at least one year of relevant service-industry work experience outside the U.S.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1-friendly host employers
Many service and facilities employers host J-1 participants but don't advertise it publicly. Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by employers with documented international hiring activity so you're not cold-applying to hosts with no J-1 infrastructure.
Confirm your host employer's E-Verify enrollment
J-1 Trainees and Interns receive work authorization through their DS-2019 and program status, not an EAD. Some designated sponsors still require the host employer to be enrolled in E-Verify before finalizing your placement agreement.
Negotiate training scope before the offer stage
J-1 regulations prohibit using Trainees and Interns to fill regular staff vacancies. Clarify with your prospective host that your role covers skill-building across equipment types or service protocols, not just repetitive production tasks that a standard hire would perform.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement upfront
If your home country or your J-1 program type triggers the two-year home-residency requirement under INA Section 212(e), you'll need a waiver before switching to H-1B visa or a green card. Verify your DS-2019 notation with your designated sponsor before signing the host agreement.
Service Tech J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to a Service Tech role?
It depends on where you are in your career. If you're a current post-secondary student, the Intern category applies and allows placements up to 12 months. If you've already graduated or have at least one year of relevant professional experience in service or technical fields, the Trainee category fits and allows up to 18 months.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Service Tech candidate?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT issue the DS-2019 and are responsible for program compliance. Your U.S. employer is the host organization, providing the physical training environment but holding no legal status as a visa sponsor.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host J-1 Service Techs?
Most host employers in service and facilities management don't advertise J-1 availability in job postings. Migrate Mate lets you search roles and employers by international hiring activity, so you can prioritize outreach to organizations that have already demonstrated willingness to engage with exchange visitor programs rather than starting blind.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Service Tech J-1 participants?
It can. The requirement under INA Section 212(e) applies if your home country government funded your exchange, if your field is on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, or if your J-1 program type triggers it. Check your DS-2019 for the notation and confirm with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, especially if you plan to pursue H-1B status later.
Can a J-1 Service Tech trainee perform the same tasks as a regular employee?
No. J-1 regulations explicitly prohibit using Trainees or Interns to fill positions that would otherwise be held by regular staff. Your Training Plan must demonstrate structured skill development across different service procedures or equipment categories. A placement that functions as standard labor rather than supervised training risks program termination by your designated sponsor.