J-1 Visa Training And Development Jobs
Training and Development roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Both require a designated sponsor to issue your DS-2019 form and coordinate sponsorship. This page lists U.S. host employers actively open to J-1 exchange visitors in training, learning, and development functions.
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Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace
As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university.
For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery.
As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible.
Opportunity:
As part of the IDD team, the intern will experience partnering with stakeholders to assess and design solutions aligned with learning outcomes and create instructional content that supports award-winning course design. This position will support and deliver on projects, playing a pivotal role in their success. The intern will work with a team of Instructional Designers, Digital Media Specialists, and Digital Media Producers to determine learning goals and design solutions. Additionally, the intern will experience hands-on what it is like to create, manage, and evaluate courses, curriculum, and deliverables within the scope of the role. A wide degree of creativity and self-motivation is expected.
Responsibilities:
- Work with members of the IDD team to design and develop engaging, innovative, and effective online course materials with clear strategies and tactics to achieve desired learning outcomes.
- Create new content and review and revise existing learning content in our Learning Management System.
- Collaborate with Media Producers and Digital Media Specialists to create interactive online course content.
- Create adult learning solutions through various instructional design methods.
- Leverage adult learning principles, considering the learner experience as well as accessibility, and adhering to ERAU standards of design.
Compensation:
Hourly rate: $15.00-$16.00. Compensation for this internship does not include any fringe benefits such as housing, meal plan, or health and wellness benefits.
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
- Applicants must be currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, Instructional Technology, Education, or other related field of study.
- Remote collaborative style; ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Understanding of adult learning theories and applications.
- Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.
- Project management skills.
- Willingness to learn.
Hours:
Workload will be 20-30 hours per week. All hours worked must be completed during normal business hours.
Application Process:
To apply to the IDD Internship Program, candidates should submit their resume, a cover letter describing their goals for the internship, one recommendation letter (preferably from one of the candidate’s professors) and a copy of their academic transcript through the online application portal. As part of your application, please also provide the name, title, and contact information of three professional references.
The following criteria will be used to assess all applications:
- Alignment between student goals and internship program goals
- Grades
- Recommendation letter
- Existing experience
Applications are currently being accepted for internship opportunities beginning August 10th. Candidates will be informed about the decision from the committee at least two weeks prior to internship start date.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Training And Development
Frame your training plan around measurable outcomes
Your DS-2019 requires a structured training plan tied to specific skill development goals. Vague objectives get flagged by designated sponsors. Document the competencies you'll gain, the methods used, and how each phase connects to your home-country career.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility early
The Intern category requires current enrollment in a degree program. If you've already graduated, you need the Trainee category, which requires at least one year of relevant work experience outside the U.S. Applying under the wrong category causes delays.
Search Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned host employers
Not all U.S. companies know how to host J-1 exchange visitors. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers in training and development who have a track record of working with international exchange visitors and designated sponsors.
Verify your host employer can sign a training agreement
Host companies must co-sign a formal training plan with your designated sponsor. Smaller employers sometimes lack HR infrastructure to complete this. Confirm your prospective host has done it before or has legal counsel comfortable with the process.
Check whether your role triggers the two-year home residency requirement
Government-funded training programs and certain specialties can trigger the J-1 two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Confirm with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this affects future H-1B visa or immigrant visa eligibility.
Align your DS-2019 program dates with your host employer's onboarding
Designated sponsors issue DS-2019 forms with fixed start and end dates. If your employer's onboarding shifts by even a week, the form may need to be reissued. Confirm the exact start date with HR before your sponsor finalizes the document.
Training And Development J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Training and Development roles?
Most Training and Development positions fall under the J-1 Trainee category if you've graduated and have at least one year of relevant professional experience outside the U.S. Current students enrolled in a degree program use the Intern category instead. The category determines which designated sponsor organizations can issue your DS-2019 and what program duration limits apply.
Is the hiring company my J-1 visa sponsor?
No. The hiring company acts as your host organization, not your visa sponsor. Your J-1 sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, that issues your DS-2019 form, monitors compliance, and signs off on your training plan. The host employer and the designated sponsor each play separate, non-interchangeable roles in the program.
How long can I work in a Training and Development role on a J-1 visa?
J-1 Trainee programs allow a maximum of 18 months. J-1 Intern programs cap out at 12 months. Extensions within those limits are possible if your designated sponsor approves an updated training plan and your host employer agrees. You cannot extend beyond the statutory maximum for your category, so plan your program timeline before the DS-2019 is issued.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors in this field?
Employer openness to J-1 hosting varies significantly, and many companies in the training and development space haven't formalized the process. Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. employers in this field who have indicated openness to international exchange visitors, so you can focus your outreach on hosts who already understand the designated sponsor relationship and training plan requirements.
Does a Training and Development J-1 role trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
It depends on your funding source and nationality. If your training is financed by your home government or a U.S. government program, the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e) may apply. This requirement bars you from changing to certain nonimmigrant statuses, including H-1B, until you return home for two years or obtain a waiver. Confirm your eligibility with your designated sponsor before signing an offer.