J-1 Visa Technical Representative Jobs
Technical Representative roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program category, administered by a State Department-designated sponsor organization that issues your DS-2019 and provides sponsorship. Host employers in manufacturing, engineering, and technology sectors regularly partner with these sponsors to place qualified candidates.
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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 Representative
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Technical Representative roles typically require a degree in engineering, applied sciences, or a related field. Gather transcripts, licenses, and any industry certifications before approaching host employers, since designated sponsors review these to confirm your training plan qualifies.
Target host employers with active training infrastructure
Manufacturers, industrial distributors, and equipment suppliers that already maintain structured onboarding programs are far more likely to partner with a J-1 designated sponsor. Look for employers who document technical skill progression, since the sponsor requires a formal training plan.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1 compatible Technical Representative openings
Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by employers who have demonstrated J-1 program history. Identifying host companies before contacting a sponsor saves weeks of back-and-forth during the placement and DS-2019 issuance process.
Negotiate the DS-2019 timeline before accepting an offer
Your host employer must submit training plan documentation to the designated sponsor before your DS-2019 is issued. Confirm this timeline with the employer at the offer stage, since processing can take several weeks and affects your program start date.
Verify your program category covers technical sales and support work
The Trainee category covers occupational fields including Engineering, Technology, and Business, which can support Technical Representative duties. Confirm your specific job duties map to an approved field before your sponsor finalizes the training plan with the host employer.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home residency requirement based on home-country funding or skills-list designation. Determine your status before accepting a role, since it affects future visa changes and whether a waiver through USCIS will be necessary.
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Find Technical Representative JobsTechnical Representative J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Technical Representative role?
Most Technical Representative candidates qualify under the J-1 Trainee category if they have a degree or post-secondary credential plus at least one year of relevant work experience, or five years of experience in lieu of a degree. Current students in a degree program may qualify under the Intern category instead. The designated sponsor confirms the correct category based on your background and the host employer's training plan.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Technical Representative position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, not the hiring company itself. The host employer partners with that sponsor, submits a training plan, and acts as your workplace. The designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 form, monitors program compliance, and serves as your legal program sponsor throughout the exchange visit.
How do I find host employers that work with J-1 sponsors for Technical Representative roles?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Technical Representative openings at employers with J-1 program history, which narrows your list to companies already familiar with the training plan and DS-2019 process. Approaching employers who have hosted J-1 participants before significantly reduces the time needed to get a sponsor agreement in place and your program approved.
Can a Technical Representative on J-1 status change employers mid-program?
Changing host employers during an active J-1 program is not straightforward. Your DS-2019 is tied to both the designated sponsor and the original host employer. Any change requires the sponsor's approval and may require issuing a new DS-2019 with an updated training plan. In some cases, the program must end and a new one begin, which resets your authorized program dates.
Does the J-1 Trainee program cover technical sales and field support duties?
Yes, provided the training plan accurately reflects skill development rather than routine production work. Technical Representative duties involving product demonstrations, client-site troubleshooting, and application engineering typically fall under the Engineering, Technology, or Business and Finance fields recognized by the State Department. The designated sponsor reviews the training plan to confirm the duties qualify as genuine exchange visitor training.
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