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Technical Lead roles in the U.S. typically qualify under the J-1 Trainee or Specialist category, depending on your experience level and program structure. Finding a host employer willing to coordinate with a State Department-designated sponsor organization is the key step toward securing J-1 sponsorship for this position.
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Invent the future with us.
Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy efficient AI compute.
As a pioneer in the new frontier of energy efficient high-performance computing, Ampere is part of the Softbank Group of companies driving sustainable computing for AI, Cloud, and edge applications.
Join us at Ampere and work alongside a passionate and growing team - we’d love to have you apply!
About the role:
Ampere is seeking a Thermal/Mechanical Engineering Intern.
Internship period is full-time for summer 2026 (May/June - August/September).
What you’ll achieve:
- Work side by side with your mentor to plan, schedule, and execute the design of components and assemblies related to Ampere products.
- Develop concepts and design mechanical and electromechanical components/systems for validation tools.
- Collaborate with suppliers to optimize designs for manufacturability and cost.
- Partner with Procurement team for supplier quotations and delivery of prototypes.
- Perform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations at component and system level. Optimize designs using combination of CFD and first order calculations. Correlate simulation models to empirical data.
- Design and conduct thermal testing, prepare results reports, and troubleshoot or root cause issues that arise.
- Create documentation including specifications, drawings, tolerance analysis, work instructions, and validation plans.
- Release documentation in Product Lifecycle Management system using standard processes.
- Learn and practice documentation and presentation of designs, plans, and results.
About you:
- 1+ year(s) of experience in Dassault’s SolidWorks. Prefer experience with drawing creation, large assembly management and/or CircuitWorks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with MS Office products (Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.)
- Strong data analytical skills and experience with lab environments
- Ability to analyze problems, develop innovative solutions when required, and deal with ambiguity and frequent changes in priorities
Education:
Currently pursuing a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering, or related field. Bachelor's degree students are also considered.
What we’ll offer:
At Ampere we believe in taking care of our interns and providing a competitive rewards package that includes an hourly rate and comprehensive benefits. The pay range for this role is between $46 and $51 per hour.
Benefits highlights include:
- Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Mentorship and on-the-job training from industry experts
- Ergo friendly desk set-up
- Vibrant game rooms to take a break and bond with colleagues
- Micro-kitchens with a variety of healthy snacks, espresso, and refreshing drinks
And there is much more than compensation and benefits. At Ampere, we foster an inclusive culture that empowers our interns to do more and grow more. We are excited to share more about our internship opportunities with you through the interview process.
Internships are open to all eligible students regardless of age including veterans who returned to school.
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Ampere is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, veteran and/or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
Description
Invent the future with us.
Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy efficient AI compute.
As a pioneer in the new frontier of energy efficient high-performance computing, Ampere is part of the Softbank Group of companies driving sustainable computing for AI, Cloud, and edge applications.
Join us at Ampere and work alongside a passionate and growing team - we’d love to have you apply!
About the role:
Ampere is seeking a Thermal/Mechanical Engineering Intern.
Internship period is full-time for summer 2026 (May/June - August/September).
What you’ll achieve:
- Work side by side with your mentor to plan, schedule, and execute the design of components and assemblies related to Ampere products.
- Develop concepts and design mechanical and electromechanical components/systems for validation tools.
- Collaborate with suppliers to optimize designs for manufacturability and cost.
- Partner with Procurement team for supplier quotations and delivery of prototypes.
- Perform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations at component and system level. Optimize designs using combination of CFD and first order calculations. Correlate simulation models to empirical data.
- Design and conduct thermal testing, prepare results reports, and troubleshoot or root cause issues that arise.
- Create documentation including specifications, drawings, tolerance analysis, work instructions, and validation plans.
- Release documentation in Product Lifecycle Management system using standard processes.
- Learn and practice documentation and presentation of designs, plans, and results.
About you:
- 1+ year(s) of experience in Dassault’s SolidWorks. Prefer experience with drawing creation, large assembly management and/or CircuitWorks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with MS Office products (Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.)
- Strong data analytical skills and experience with lab environments
- Ability to analyze problems, develop innovative solutions when required, and deal with ambiguity and frequent changes in priorities
Education:
Currently pursuing a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering, or related field. Bachelor's degree students are also considered.
What we’ll offer:
At Ampere we believe in taking care of our interns and providing a competitive rewards package that includes an hourly rate and comprehensive benefits. The pay range for this role is between $46 and $51 per hour.
Benefits highlights include:
- Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Mentorship and on-the-job training from industry experts
- Ergo friendly desk set-up
- Vibrant game rooms to take a break and bond with colleagues
- Micro-kitchens with a variety of healthy snacks, espresso, and refreshing drinks
And there is much more than compensation and benefits. At Ampere, we foster an inclusive culture that empowers our interns to do more and grow more. We are excited to share more about our internship opportunities with you through the interview process.
Internships are open to all eligible students regardless of age including veterans who returned to school.
LI-TC
Ampere is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, veteran and/or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Technical Lead
Align your experience with program categories
Trainee category suits Technical Leads with under one year of post-degree professional experience. Specialist applies if you have substantial field expertise but no U.S. degree. Confirm which category fits before targeting host employers, since each has different eligibility requirements.
Document your technical leadership credentials precisely
Designated sponsors require a detailed training plan showing specific skills you'll gain in the U.S. Gather evidence of team leadership, architecture decisions, and project outcomes now. Vague credentials slow DS-2019 issuance and can trigger sponsor rejection before you reach the host employer.
Search for J-1-friendly Technical Lead roles on Migrate Mate
Many host employers don't advertise J-1 compatibility in job postings. Use Migrate Mate to filter Technical Lead positions at U.S. companies that have a history of hosting international exchange visitors, saving you outreach to employers unfamiliar with the program.
Clarify the host employer's compliance obligations upfront
Host organizations must sign the training plan, provide adequate supervision, and cooperate with your designated sponsor's monitoring. Raise this with hiring managers early. Employers unfamiliar with J-1 host responsibilities often withdraw after an offer, wasting months of negotiation.
Check the two-year home residency requirement before accepting offers
Technical Leads from certain countries or government-funded programs face a two-year home residency requirement after the exchange program ends. This affects H-1B eligibility afterward. Review your DS-2019 category and country of last residence with your designated sponsor before signing an offer.
Request a letter of necessity from your host employer
Designated sponsors issuing DS-2019 forms for Technical Lead placements often require the host to justify why a U.S. candidate cannot fill the role. A specific letter citing your technical specialization, not just a generic support letter, reduces sponsor processing delays significantly.
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Find Technical Lead JobsTechnical Lead J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Technical Lead roles?
Most Technical Lead positions fall under the Trainee category if you have a degree and under one year of relevant experience, or the Specialist category if you have at least five years of progressive field experience without a U.S. degree. The host employer and a State Department-designated sponsor organization together determine which category applies based on your background and the training plan.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Technical Lead position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT. They issue the DS-2019 form and oversee program compliance. The company hiring you is the host employer, not the legal visa sponsor. Both parties must cooperate, but the designated sponsor holds the regulatory responsibility for your exchange program.
How do I find host employers open to J-1 exchange visitors for Technical Lead roles?
Most job postings don't explicitly list J-1 compatibility, so filtering by visa type on standard boards is unreliable. Migrate Mate lets you search Technical Lead positions at U.S. companies with a demonstrated history of hosting international exchange visitors, which narrows your list to employers already familiar with the host obligations the program requires.
Can the two-year home residency requirement affect my plans after a Technical Lead J-1 program?
Yes. If your J-1 program was government-funded or you're from a designated country on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, you may need to return home for two years before switching to H-1B or a green card. Confirm your exposure to this requirement with your designated sponsor before accepting a Technical Lead host placement, since a waiver process exists but takes time.
What does the training plan need to include for a Technical Lead J-1 application?
The designated sponsor and host employer jointly complete a Training Plan or Internship Placement Plan that specifies the technical skills you'll develop, supervision structure, weekly activities, and measurable objectives. For Technical Lead roles, the plan must demonstrate genuine knowledge transfer rather than routine production work. Vague plans describing standard team management without skill acquisition goals are common rejection triggers.
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