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Train Conductor roles in the U.S. can be accessed through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. A State Department-designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, while the railroad or transit authority serves as your host employer. No lottery, no annual cap.
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The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire an Applied Science intern who will specialize in hardware signal train design for quantum computing. Working alongside other scientists and engineers, you will design and validate hardware performing the control and readout functions for Amazon quantum processors, from room to cryogenic temperatures. Candidates must have a solid background in analog or mixed-signal design at the PCB level. Working effectively within a cross-functional team environment is critical.
Key job responsibilities
Our scientists and engineers collaborate across diverse teams and projects to offer state of the art, cost effective solutions for the control of Amazon quantum processor systems. You’ll bring a passion for innovation and collaboration to:
- Design cryogenic and room temperature printed circuit board based hardware, used for signal conditioning and control functions.
- Develop tests to validate hardware with both benchtop and cryogenic test setups with quantum devices.
- Explore enabling control technologies necessary for Amazon to produce commercially viable quantum computers.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at Amazon, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum
- Can relocate to where the internship is based
- Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Technology, Science, Operations Research, Robotics, Mathematics or related fields
- Hands-on lab skills, including use of oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal analyzers, and soldering equipment.
- Working knowledge of at least one computer aided engineering (CAE) circuit and mechanical design tool.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in designing experiments and statistical analysis of results
- Have publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals
- Solid background in the use of basic electrical circuit blocks such as op-amps, biasing circuits, filtering, low-speed data converters, and microprocessors.
- Previous experience with VHDL.
- Familiarity with RF/Microwave circuit theory, including transmission lines and impedance matching.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Pasadena
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $136,000.00 - $184,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
The Amazon Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire an Applied Science intern who will specialize in hardware signal train design for quantum computing. Working alongside other scientists and engineers, you will design and validate hardware performing the control and readout functions for Amazon quantum processors, from room to cryogenic temperatures. Candidates must have a solid background in analog or mixed-signal design at the PCB level. Working effectively within a cross-functional team environment is critical.
Key job responsibilities
Our scientists and engineers collaborate across diverse teams and projects to offer state of the art, cost effective solutions for the control of Amazon quantum processor systems. You’ll bring a passion for innovation and collaboration to:
- Design cryogenic and room temperature printed circuit board based hardware, used for signal conditioning and control functions.
- Develop tests to validate hardware with both benchtop and cryogenic test setups with quantum devices.
- Explore enabling control technologies necessary for Amazon to produce commercially viable quantum computers.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at Amazon, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum
- Can relocate to where the internship is based
- Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Technology, Science, Operations Research, Robotics, Mathematics or related fields
- Hands-on lab skills, including use of oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal analyzers, and soldering equipment.
- Working knowledge of at least one computer aided engineering (CAE) circuit and mechanical design tool.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in designing experiments and statistical analysis of results
- Have publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals
- Solid background in the use of basic electrical circuit blocks such as op-amps, biasing circuits, filtering, low-speed data converters, and microprocessors.
- Previous experience with VHDL.
- Familiarity with RF/Microwave circuit theory, including transmission lines and impedance matching.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Pasadena
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $136,000.00 - $184,000.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Train Conductor
Align your training plan to rail operations
Your DS-2019 requires a detailed training plan mapping each phase of conductor work, from signals and safety protocols to dispatching. Document your existing rail experience or coursework before approaching any designated sponsor for program placement.
Identify whether Intern or Trainee category fits
Current students enrolled in a transportation or logistics program typically qualify under the Intern category. If you've already graduated and have relevant rail or transit work experience, the Trainee category is the correct program category to pursue with a designated sponsor.
Target host employers with existing J-1 relationships
Search Migrate Mate to find U.S. rail operators and transit authorities that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors before. Employers already familiar with the DS-2019 host agreement process move significantly faster through onboarding than first-time hosts.
Verify your home country residency requirement early
Some J-1 Trainee participants are subject to a two-year home residency requirement after program completion, depending on your nationality and funding source. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, as it affects future U.S. visa eligibility.
Request a host employer letter covering safety certification
Federal Railroad Administration certification requirements mean your host employer must confirm they can provide supervised on-the-job training toward conductor qualification. Get this commitment in writing before your designated sponsor finalizes the DS-2019, since program duration depends on it.
Benchmark wages against DOL prevailing rates
J-1 Trainees must be paid at least the prevailing wage for the role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up conductor wage levels by metro area before your offer stage, so you can identify whether a host employer's offer meets DOL requirements.
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Find Train Conductor JobsTrain Conductor J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Train Conductor roles?
Most Train Conductor placements fall under the Trainee category, which covers post-degree professionals in structured on-the-job training programs lasting up to 18 months. If you're a current student completing a transportation or logistics degree, the Intern category may apply instead. The category determines program length, eligible activities, and which designated sponsor organizations can issue your DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors a J-1 visa for a Train Conductor position?
A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, issues your DS-2019 and acts as your official J-1 sponsor. The railroad or transit authority where you work is your host employer, not your visa sponsor. The host signs a training agreement with the designated sponsor but does not control the visa or the DS-2019 issuance process.
How do I find U.S. rail employers that will host a J-1 exchange visitor?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Train Conductor roles at U.S. employers with a history of hosting international workers. Not every rail operator has worked with the J-1 program before, so targeting those already familiar with DS-2019 host agreements and DOL training plan requirements reduces delays significantly and improves your chances of a successful placement.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to J-1 Train Conductors?
It depends on your nationality, your country of legal permanent residence, and whether your training is funded by your home government or a U.S. government program. If the requirement applies, you must return home for two years after your J-1 program before applying for an H-1B, L-1, or immigrant visa. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before signing any host employer agreement.
What documentation does a host rail employer need to provide for J-1 approval?
The host employer must complete a formal training or internship placement plan detailing each phase of conductor training, the supervision structure, and how the program connects to your prior education or work experience. They also sign a host agreement with your designated sponsor organization. Federal Railroad Administration safety certification requirements mean the training plan must account for supervised qualification hours, which affects how the program duration is structured.
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