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Software Test Engineer roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while your U.S. employer serves as the host organization.
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Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safer, greener, and more connected solutions for the automotive industry. We're at the forefront of driving innovation in mobility, working with leading automakers to shape the future of transportation. If you're passionate about cutting-edge technology and want to help create the future of mobility, Aptiv is the place for you.
YOUR ROLE
As a Software Test Engineering Intern with ASUX North America, you’ll be part of a team focused on software-level verification for advanced automotive systems. You’ll contribute to STLA and Ford programs, ensuring software stability and maturity before integration into vehicles. This role offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to cutting-edge tools and practices in the automotive industry.
What You’ll Do:
- Learn and apply software verification methods using IPG CarMaker in virtual environments.
- Explore DevOps practices, AI-driven test case development, and advanced automation techniques.
- Develop coding skills in Python, YAML, C++, and Simulink.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers and participate in team events and open houses.
- Work on Ford DAT2.5 Project, which includes:
- Understanding test frameworks, AI models, and tools.
- Using GIT repositories and implementing branch strategies.
- Leveraging AI to generate and manage test cases for a reusable test suite library.
What You’ll Need:
- Enrolled in a degree program in Software Engineering, or related field.
- Interest in software testing and automotive systems.
- Basic knowledge of programming (Python, C++, or similar).
- Familiarity with version control tools like GIT is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
What’s In It For You:
- Gain hands-on experience working on real-world projects that impact the future of mobility.
- Work alongside industry experts who are driving innovation in automotive safety and user experience.
- Be part of a dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters creativity and collaboration.
- Opportunity for full-time employment or future internships at Aptiv based on performance.
Why join us?
- You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
- You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
- You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.
YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:
- Holiday Paid Time Off
- Relocation assistance may be available
- Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
- Multi-discipline experience in an Automotive product design and manufacturing major supplier
- Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world
- Learning and development opportunities
- Opportunities to give back to the community
Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!
Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safer, greener, and more connected solutions for the automotive industry. We're at the forefront of driving innovation in mobility, working with leading automakers to shape the future of transportation. If you're passionate about cutting-edge technology and want to help create the future of mobility, Aptiv is the place for you.
YOUR ROLE
As a Software Test Engineering Intern with ASUX North America, you’ll be part of a team focused on software-level verification for advanced automotive systems. You’ll contribute to STLA and Ford programs, ensuring software stability and maturity before integration into vehicles. This role offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to cutting-edge tools and practices in the automotive industry.
What You’ll Do:
- Learn and apply software verification methods using IPG CarMaker in virtual environments.
- Explore DevOps practices, AI-driven test case development, and advanced automation techniques.
- Develop coding skills in Python, YAML, C++, and Simulink.
- Collaborate with experienced engineers and participate in team events and open houses.
- Work on Ford DAT2.5 Project, which includes:
- Understanding test frameworks, AI models, and tools.
- Using GIT repositories and implementing branch strategies.
- Leveraging AI to generate and manage test cases for a reusable test suite library.
What You’ll Need:
- Enrolled in a degree program in Software Engineering, or related field.
- Interest in software testing and automotive systems.
- Basic knowledge of programming (Python, C++, or similar).
- Familiarity with version control tools like GIT is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
What’s In It For You:
- Gain hands-on experience working on real-world projects that impact the future of mobility.
- Work alongside industry experts who are driving innovation in automotive safety and user experience.
- Be part of a dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters creativity and collaboration.
- Opportunity for full-time employment or future internships at Aptiv based on performance.
Why join us?
- You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
- You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
- You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.
YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:
- Holiday Paid Time Off
- Relocation assistance may be available
- Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
- Multi-discipline experience in an Automotive product design and manufacturing major supplier
- Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world
- Learning and development opportunities
- Opportunities to give back to the community
Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!
Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Software Test Engineer
Align your experience to Trainee eligibility
The J-1 Trainee category requires either a degree plus one year of related work experience, or five years of experience in your field. Document your software QA, automation, or testing background before approaching host employers.
Verify your role qualifies under Trainee fields
J-1 Trainee placements must fall within an approved occupational field. Software testing maps to Information Technology and Communications under the Trainee program. Confirm your specific job duties reflect that classification before your sponsor drafts the training plan.
Search for J-1-friendly employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers actively hosting international engineers. Filtering by role and visa category surfaces companies already familiar with J-1 host obligations, saving you from cold outreach to employers unfamiliar with the program.
Request a structured training plan early
Your designated sponsor, such as AIPT or Cultural Vistas, requires a detailed training plan outlining your learning objectives by phase. For software test roles, break this into areas like manual testing, automation frameworks, and CI/CD pipeline integration to satisfy sponsor review requirements.
Check the two-year home residency requirement upfront
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home country residency requirement after their program ends, which affects future H-1B or green card eligibility. Determine early whether your country of citizenship or your funding source triggers this requirement.
Negotiate host employer compliance before accepting an offer
Your host employer must sign the training plan and agree to J-1 program obligations, including designated sponsor oversight and prohibited activities rules. Confirm the employer has done this before, or is willing to cooperate with sponsor compliance requirements, before accepting any offer.
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Find Software Test Engineer JobsSoftware Test Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Software Test Engineer role?
It depends on your career stage. Current students or recent graduates within 12 months of graduation typically use the J-1 Intern category. Professionals with a relevant degree plus at least one year of experience, or five or more years of field experience without a degree, qualify under the J-1 Trainee category, which is the most common path for working software testing professionals.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, the employer or someone else?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like AIPT, Cultural Vistas, or IIE issue your DS-2019 form, monitor program compliance, and sign your training plan. Your U.S. employer is the host organization. Understanding this distinction matters because the host and the sponsor have separate obligations and you must work with both throughout your program.
Can I use Migrate Mate to find Software Test Engineer roles that support J-1 placement?
Yes. Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. employer listings with filters relevant to international candidates, including roles where companies have experience hosting J-1 participants. This is more efficient than applying broadly and discovering late in the process that an employer is unfamiliar with J-1 host obligations or unwilling to coordinate with a designated sponsor.
Does the J-1 Trainee program cover remote or hybrid Software Test Engineer positions?
J-1 Trainee programs are designed around structured, in-person training at the host employer's U.S. site. Fully remote arrangements are generally inconsistent with program requirements because sponsors must be able to verify the training environment and workplace conditions. Hybrid arrangements with a clear primary host site may be possible, but you should confirm this with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer structured that way.
What happens to my J-1 status if the host employer cancels the placement?
Your J-1 status is tied to your designated sponsor's DS-2019, not directly to the host employer. If the host terminates your placement, your sponsor must be notified immediately. Depending on program rules and your remaining authorized period, the sponsor may allow time to find a new qualifying host. You do not receive an automatic grace period like H-1B holders, so contact your sponsor the same day any placement ends.
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