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System Administrator roles in the U.S. are accessible through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories, connecting international IT professionals with U.S. host employers through State Department-designated sponsor organizations. No lottery exists, but your training plan and credentials must align with the sponsor's program requirements.
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We are looking for highly motivated students to work up to 19 hours/week in the University Support Services QA/Release Management group within the University Information Technology department. Work duties will include quality assurance testing, test automation scripting/development, SDLC and Agile process support and IT project coordination.
Students at this level will do their work under the direction of more experienced UIT-USS staff members. This position provides IT Quality Assurance support to the general university community for mission critical application services.
University Information Technology, the central IT service provider for campus, reports to the Chief Information Officer and is responsible for many of the University of Utah’s most critical common IT resources including the campus network; the Campus Information Services (CIS) portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration services; high performance and research computing; information security; teaching and learning technologies; software licensing; and a host of other systems and applications.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will work on various technical activities such as troubleshooting issues, writing test plans and developing test scripts, creating, maintaining and running automated tests on various University systems and applications, coordinating project work, helping with release management, developing and maintain documentation for various IT processes and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERENCES
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
POSTING SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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- Are you a current full-time student at the University of Utah or will be in the coming semester?
- Yes
- No
APPLICANT DOCUMENTS
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
* Resume
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS
* Cover Letter
OPEN DATE 06/17/2026
REQUISITION NUMBER PRN17147N
JOB TITLE UU Student - Computer
WORKING TITLE QA Student Intern
CAREER PROGRESSION TRACK SJ
FLSA CODE Nonexempt
PATIENT SENSITIVE JOB CODE? No
TYPE Non Benefited Staff / Student
TEMPORARY? No
STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK 19
FULL TIME OR PART TIME? Part Time
SHIFT Day
WORK SCHEDULE SUMMARY
Varies based on student’s class schedule
IS THIS A WORK STUDY JOB? No
VP AREA President
DEPARTMENT 00417 - UIT Univ Support Services
LOCATION Campus
CITY Salt Lake City, UT
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT External Posting
PAY RATE RANGE 15.00
CLOSE DATE 07/17/2026
PRIORITY REVIEW DATE (NOTE - POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME)
INTRODUCTION
We are looking for highly motivated students to work up to 19 hours/week in the University Support Services QA/Release Management group within the University Information Technology department. Work duties will include quality assurance testing, test automation scripting/development, SDLC and Agile process support and IT project coordination.
Students at this level will do their work under the direction of more experienced UIT-USS staff members. This position provides IT Quality Assurance support to the general university community for mission critical application services.
University Information Technology, the central IT service provider for campus, reports to the Chief Information Officer and is responsible for many of the University of Utah’s most critical common IT resources including the campus network; the Campus Information Services (CIS) portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration services; high performance and research computing; information security; teaching and learning technologies; software licensing; and a host of other systems and applications.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will work on various technical activities such as troubleshooting issues, writing test plans and developing test scripts, creating, maintaining and running automated tests on various University systems and applications, coordinating project work, helping with release management, developing and maintain documentation for various IT processes and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERENCES
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
POSTING SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
-
- Are you a current full-time student at the University of Utah or will be in the coming semester?
- Yes
- No
APPLICANT DOCUMENTS
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
* Resume
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS
* Cover Letter
OPEN DATE 06/17/2026
REQUISITION NUMBER PRN17147N
JOB TITLE UU Student - Computer
WORKING TITLE QA Student Intern
CAREER PROGRESSION TRACK SJ
FLSA CODE Nonexempt
PATIENT SENSITIVE JOB CODE? No
TYPE Non Benefited Staff / Student
TEMPORARY? No
STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK 19
FULL TIME OR PART TIME? Part Time
SHIFT Day
WORK SCHEDULE SUMMARY
Varies based on student’s class schedule
IS THIS A WORK STUDY JOB? No
VP AREA President
DEPARTMENT 00417 - UIT Univ Support Services
LOCATION Campus
CITY Salt Lake City, UT
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT External Posting
PAY RATE RANGE 15.00
CLOSE DATE 07/17/2026
PRIORITY REVIEW DATE (NOTE - POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a System Administrator
Match your credentials to DS-2019 requirements
Trainee category sponsors require a degree in a relevant field plus one year of related experience, or five years of work experience without a degree. Gather transcripts, employment letters, and a clear record of your systems administration responsibilities before approaching any sponsor.
Build a training plan around real sysadmin tasks
Your designated sponsor must file a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan outlining specific objectives, supervision, and evaluation phases. Frame your plan around measurable skills like network configuration, server provisioning, and incident response rather than generic IT support duties.
Search Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned host employers
Not every U.S. employer understands the host-employer model, where they hire you but a separate sponsor organization holds the visa. Use Migrate Mate to identify system administrator roles at employers already familiar with J-1 visa program requirements.
Verify the host employer's E-Verify enrollment early
Many J-1 designated sponsors require host employers to be enrolled in E-Verify before issuing your DS-2019. Confirm enrollment status with your prospective employer during initial conversations, not after an offer is extended, to avoid delays in sponsor approval.
Check whether your country triggers the two-year rule
J-1 Trainees funded by a government or whose skills appear on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may be subject to a two-year home residency requirement before changing to H-1B visa or permanent resident status. Confirm your country and funding source with your designated sponsor before accepting.
Start the sponsor selection process before accepting any offer
Designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas and AIPT each set their own eligibility criteria, program fees, and DS-2019 processing timelines, which typically run two to four weeks. Align your sponsor choice with your expected start date and have a sponsor confirmed before you sign an employment agreement.
System Administrator J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers System Administrator roles?
System Administrator positions typically fall under the Trainee or Intern categories. Intern applies if you are currently enrolled in a degree program outside the U.S. or graduated within the past 12 months. Trainee applies if you have a relevant degree plus one year of professional sysadmin experience, or at least five years of field experience without a degree. Research Scholar and Specialist categories are not standard fits for this role.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a System Administrator position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your host employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, AIPT, and CIEE issue the DS-2019 form, administer your training plan, and monitor compliance throughout your program. Your host employer is the company where you perform sysadmin duties, but they do not hold sponsor status and cannot issue the DS-2019 independently.
How can I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 System Administrator?
Use Migrate Mate to search for System Administrator roles at employers familiar with the J-1 host-employer model. Many smaller IT teams have never worked with a designated sponsor and may not know how to structure the required training plan, so targeting employers with prior international hire experience saves significant time during the offer and sponsor-approval process.
Can a System Administrator on J-1 change employers mid-program?
Changing host employers during an active J-1 program requires your designated sponsor's approval and typically a revised training plan. Your DS-2019 is tied to the original host organization, so the switch is not automatic. If the new employer qualifies and your sponsor approves the change, they will issue an amended DS-2019. Moving to a completely different sponsor organization restarts the process.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect sysadmin J-1 holders?
It can. If your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List and lists information technology or related fields, or if your J-1 program is government-funded, you may be required to return home for two years before applying for H-1B status or a green card. Confirm your country's skills list status and your program's funding source with your designated sponsor before committing to a placement.