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Strategy Associate roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Securing sponsorship requires a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019, separate from the employer who hosts you.
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Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vision, and values. If your expertise and experience align with the goals of our institution, we would be thrilled to hear from you. We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our vibrant campus community today!
At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace.
JOB TITLE:
Compliance, Proposals, Agreements and Strategic Services Intern, Research Services
JOB PURPOSE:
The Compliance, Proposals, Agreements and Strategic Services (COMPASS) team is accepting applications for interns. Interns will be assisting with various office duties, including front desk monitoring and data entry.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position will primarily include receptionist and general office duties including answering questions, answering telephone calls, routing emails, copying, scanning and attaching documents in various systems, running errands, data entry, and filing.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently enrolled student
Microsoft Office proficiency
Great customer service attitude
Organizational Skills
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:
- Cover letter
- Resume or C.V.
WORK LOCATION:
On-campus:
This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vision, and values. If your expertise and experience align with the goals of our institution, we would be thrilled to hear from you. We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our vibrant campus community today!
At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace.
JOB TITLE:
Compliance, Proposals, Agreements and Strategic Services Intern, Research Services
JOB PURPOSE:
The Compliance, Proposals, Agreements and Strategic Services (COMPASS) team is accepting applications for interns. Interns will be assisting with various office duties, including front desk monitoring and data entry.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position will primarily include receptionist and general office duties including answering questions, answering telephone calls, routing emails, copying, scanning and attaching documents in various systems, running errands, data entry, and filing.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently enrolled student
Microsoft Office proficiency
Great customer service attitude
Organizational Skills
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:
- Cover letter
- Resume or C.V.
WORK LOCATION:
On-campus:
This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Strategy Associate
Frame your credentials around training objectives
J-1 Trainee applications require a detailed training plan showing skill progression, not just employment. Document your academic background and prior strategy work in terms of specific competencies you'll develop, since designated sponsors evaluate whether the host placement advances your professional growth.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee program eligibility
If you're a current student or graduated within 12 months, the J-1 Intern category applies. If you've been working in strategy or business analysis for over a year post-graduation, Trainee is your category. Applying under the wrong category causes immediate DS-2019 rejection by your designated sponsor.
Target host employers with structured rotational programs
Strategy Associate roles at consulting firms and corporate strategy teams frequently structure placements as rotational programs, which align directly with the J-1 training plan format. Search Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers whose strategy roles are structured for exchange visitor participation.
Confirm host employer willingness before sponsor outreach
Designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue your DS-2019 only after a host employer commits. Approach potential host employers and secure a written offer or letter of intent before contacting any sponsor organization to initiate the DS-2019 process.
Verify the two-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 participants in government-funded or certain country-specific programs are subject to a two-year home residency requirement before applying for H-1B visa or permanent residence. Check your DS-2019 and passport visa stamp for the 212(e) notation before accepting a host placement.
Benchmark your offer against OFLC wage data
J-1 host employers must compensate exchange visitors at the same rate as U.S. workers in equivalent roles. Before signing an offer, cross-reference the position's wage against OFLC Wage Search to confirm the placement meets DOL prevailing wage standards for Strategy Associate roles in that location.
Strategy Associate J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Strategy Associate role?
The J-1 Trainee category applies if you hold a degree and have at least one year of post-graduation work experience in business, strategy, or a related field. If you're a current student or recently graduated, the J-1 Intern category covers short-term placements. The host employer's training plan must demonstrate skill development aligned with your background, and a designated sponsor organization issues the DS-2019 that makes the visa possible.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Strategy Associate position?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or IIE, not the employer where you'll work. That employer is your host organization. The designated sponsor reviews and approves your training plan, issues the DS-2019 form required for your visa application, and monitors your compliance throughout the placement period.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 Strategy Associate?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Strategy Associate roles at U.S. employers whose positions are structured for exchange visitors. Look specifically for consulting firms, corporate strategy teams, and financial services companies with rotational or structured training formats, since those align with the J-1 training plan requirement that designated sponsors need to approve your DS-2019.
What is the 212(e) two-year home residency requirement and does it apply to strategy roles?
The 212(e) requirement obligates certain J-1 participants to return to their home country for two years before applying for H-1B status or permanent residence. It applies if your program is government-funded, your home country is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or your training was in a field designated by your home government. Your DS-2019 and visa stamp will indicate whether 212(e) applies to your specific situation.
Can a J-1 Strategy Associate work for multiple host employers simultaneously?
No. The DS-2019 issued by your designated sponsor names a single host organization, and your J-1 authorization covers work only at that employer for the approved training period. Taking on concurrent strategy work at a second company, even unpaid advisory work, falls outside your authorized status. Any change in host employer requires your designated sponsor to issue a new or amended DS-2019 before you begin.