J-1 Visa Training Coordinator Jobs
Training Coordinator roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsor organizations issue your DS-2019 and oversee compliance, while your U.S. host employer runs the structured training program. Securing the right host with active J-1 sponsorship experience is the critical first step.
Find J-1 Visa Training Coordinator JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 7+ Training Coordinator jobs
See all Training Coordinator Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Training Coordinator roles.
Get Access To All JobsSUMMARY
This position works and meets with individual students to help them uncover their interests and strengths and empower them to create action steps to get them to their final destination of securing an internship and job. Connect with groups of students by presenting in classrooms and participating with student life programming.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage administrative processes and CRM systems for the office such as Handshake, Internship Registration Form (Jira), Navigate EAB, and Workday Student
- Meet with students & alumni one on one or individually by appointment regarding internships and employment
- Explain resources such as CareerShift, Handshake, LinkedIn, What Can I Do With This Major, and the Internship Registration Form
- Coach on professionalism and networking with employers
- Utilize analytics for monthly reporting and progress tracking
- Ensure that faculty understand internship process
- Faculty liaison for internships and employment across all colleges
- Maintain accurate data, records, and files to track the internship registration and completion of required internship courses; develop statistical reports and presentations for executive leadership and faculty
- Facilitate semester-end internship survey for students
- Actively find & improve system processes to make the Career Center more efficient
- Conduct classroom presentations as requested about Career Center services
- Excellent understanding of CPT/OPT process; ability to guide and mentor international students while maintaining knowledge of international & federal government laws regarding employment in the US
- In-depth knowledge of all degree programs offered at Lynn University & relating career paths
- Participate on First Generation Committee
- Participate and represent Career Connections at Family and Parents weekend
- Managing the “hired board”
- Cultivate relationships across campus
- All other duties as assigned
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Excellent administrator
- Ability to think critically and solve problems
- Ability to meet strict deadlines
- Must be a team player
- Must be flexible, personable, and willing to help all students
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
- Database management experience
- Employer relations experience
- Event planning experience
ACCREDITATION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the Lynn University Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator at 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431, titleixcoordinator@lynn.edu, or +1 561-237-7727; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Lynn University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master's and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call +1 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Lynn University. 2020 Lynn University
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling +1 561-237-7639.
THE ANNUAL SECURITY AND FIRE SAFETY REPORT
In compliance with the Clery Act, the University annually provides a report to each student and current employee, as well as to prospective employees and students, that provides a detailed disclosure of information regarding campus security practices (including Emergency Response Plan, Timely Warnings, Emergency Warnings, Missing Persons, fire safety policies, fire prevention data, and Crime Log policies), as well as crime and fire-related incident statistics for the preceding year. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lynn.edu/securityreport.
For your health, Lynn University is smoke- and tobacco-free.
SUMMARY
This position works and meets with individual students to help them uncover their interests and strengths and empower them to create action steps to get them to their final destination of securing an internship and job. Connect with groups of students by presenting in classrooms and participating with student life programming.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage administrative processes and CRM systems for the office such as Handshake, Internship Registration Form (Jira), Navigate EAB, and Workday Student
- Meet with students & alumni one on one or individually by appointment regarding internships and employment
- Explain resources such as CareerShift, Handshake, LinkedIn, What Can I Do With This Major, and the Internship Registration Form
- Coach on professionalism and networking with employers
- Utilize analytics for monthly reporting and progress tracking
- Ensure that faculty understand internship process
- Faculty liaison for internships and employment across all colleges
- Maintain accurate data, records, and files to track the internship registration and completion of required internship courses; develop statistical reports and presentations for executive leadership and faculty
- Facilitate semester-end internship survey for students
- Actively find & improve system processes to make the Career Center more efficient
- Conduct classroom presentations as requested about Career Center services
- Excellent understanding of CPT/OPT process; ability to guide and mentor international students while maintaining knowledge of international & federal government laws regarding employment in the US
- In-depth knowledge of all degree programs offered at Lynn University & relating career paths
- Participate on First Generation Committee
- Participate and represent Career Connections at Family and Parents weekend
- Managing the “hired board”
- Cultivate relationships across campus
- All other duties as assigned
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Excellent administrator
- Ability to think critically and solve problems
- Ability to meet strict deadlines
- Must be a team player
- Must be flexible, personable, and willing to help all students
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
- Database management experience
- Employer relations experience
- Event planning experience
ACCREDITATION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the Lynn University Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator at 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431, titleixcoordinator@lynn.edu, or +1 561-237-7727; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Lynn University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master's and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call +1 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Lynn University. 2020 Lynn University
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling +1 561-237-7639.
THE ANNUAL SECURITY AND FIRE SAFETY REPORT
In compliance with the Clery Act, the University annually provides a report to each student and current employee, as well as to prospective employees and students, that provides a detailed disclosure of information regarding campus security practices (including Emergency Response Plan, Timely Warnings, Emergency Warnings, Missing Persons, fire safety policies, fire prevention data, and Crime Log policies), as well as crime and fire-related incident statistics for the preceding year. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lynn.edu/securityreport.
For your health, Lynn University is smoke- and tobacco-free.
See all J-1 Visa Training Coordinator Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new J-1 Visa Training Coordinator Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Training Coordinator
Build a structured training plan document
Designated sponsors require a detailed Training/Internship Placement Plan before issuing your DS-2019. Draft a phase-by-phase outline of skills you'll develop as a Training Coordinator, including facilitation methods, curriculum tools, and learning objectives tied to measurable outcomes.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility early
The J-1 Intern category applies if you're currently enrolled in a degree program. The Trainee category applies after graduation, with at least one year of relevant work experience. Applying under the wrong category delays your DS-2019 issuance and can require restarting the process entirely.
Search for roles using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Training Coordinator positions at U.S. employers that already work within J-1 program structures. Filtering for host organizations familiar with structured training placements significantly reduces the back-and-forth during the offer stage.
Target host employers with L&D infrastructure
Training Coordinator placements require a host with an active learning and development function, not just a willingness to hire. Look for organizations that have onboarding programs, compliance training cycles, or dedicated HR teams, since these structures satisfy the sponsor's substantive training requirement.
Clarify the two-year home residency rule upfront
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home residency requirement before changing to certain U.S. visa statuses. Whether it applies depends on your funding source and home country. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting a host offer.
Verify your host employer's J-1 compliance readiness
Before signing an offer, confirm your prospective host has agreed to a formal training plan review with a designated sponsor organization such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT. Hosts unfamiliar with this process often cause delays after the offer is accepted, not before.
Training Coordinator J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Training Coordinator role?
Most Training Coordinator placements fall under the J-1 Trainee category if you've completed a relevant degree and have at least one year of professional experience in human resources, instructional design, or organizational development. If you're still enrolled in a degree program and completing the role as part of your studies, the Intern category may apply instead. Your designated sponsor confirms which category fits your background.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Training Coordinator placement?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or CIEE, not your host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 form, reviews and signs your Training/Internship Placement Plan, and monitors your program compliance. Your U.S. employer is the host organization that runs the day-to-day training program, but they do not hold the legal sponsorship role.
What should a Training Coordinator training plan include to satisfy J-1 requirements?
Your Training/Internship Placement Plan must document the specific skills you'll develop, the methods used to teach them, a phase-by-phase schedule, and measurable performance goals. For a Training Coordinator role, this typically covers curriculum development, facilitation techniques, LMS administration, and needs assessment methodologies. Vague plans citing only job duties are commonly rejected by designated sponsors. Your host employer and sponsor review the plan together before the DS-2019 is issued.
How do I find Training Coordinator host employers open to J-1 placements?
Use Migrate Mate to identify Training Coordinator openings at U.S. employers that align with J-1 program structures. The most useful targets are mid-to-large organizations with dedicated HR or learning and development teams, since those functions already generate the structured training environment sponsors require. Employers without an existing L&D function often struggle to meet the substantive training plan requirements, which stalls your placement.
Does a Training Coordinator J-1 placement trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
It depends on your specific situation, not the job title itself. The two-year home residency requirement applies if your J-1 program is funded by your home or host government, or if your home country has identified your occupation as one it needs. Training Coordinator roles are not automatically subject to it, but you should confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this requirement affects your ability to change visa status or apply for permanent residence later.