J-1 Visa Transportation Clerk Jobs
Transportation Clerk roles in the U.S. are accessible to international candidates through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and provides formal sponsorship, while your U.S. employer serves as the host site for your placement.
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STV is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Transportation Intern to join our Transportation team. This hybrid position requires at least 3 days a week in the office. Preference will be given to those who can participate in the internship for at least 3 months and can work full-time.
In this role, you will work with senior and junior designers to assist in completing various projects. The projects include public transit, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, roadway, bridge projects, and other large private and public structures. Must have a strong interest in transportation engineering and infrastructure design.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of drawings and specifications using MicroStation or Open Roads Designer for transportation infrastructure projects.
- Format reports and specifications to support project documentation.
- Support file management of project electronic documents, including printing and scanning as required.
- Gain practical experience and broad exposure to STV’s organizational structure through diverse assignments.
- Utilize company-wide and department-specific software to complete various tasks.
- Engage in specific activities tailored to your assignments, contributing to project success.
Required:
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil or Structural engineering at an ABET-accredited University or NCEES equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Familiarity with Open Roads and/or MicroStation software.
- Experience in the architecture/engineering/construction management industry.
Compensation Range:
$52,526.00 - $59,689.00
STV offers the following benefits
- Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
- Disability insurance
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- 401(k) Plan
- Retirement Counseling
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
- Paid Holidays (9 days)
- Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
- Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
- Continuing Education Program
- Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.
Not sure this role is the perfect match?
We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.
INTRODUCTION
STV is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Transportation Intern to join our Transportation team. This hybrid position requires at least 3 days a week in the office. Preference will be given to those who can participate in the internship for at least 3 months and can work full-time.
In this role, you will work with senior and junior designers to assist in completing various projects. The projects include public transit, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, roadway, bridge projects, and other large private and public structures. Must have a strong interest in transportation engineering and infrastructure design.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of drawings and specifications using MicroStation or Open Roads Designer for transportation infrastructure projects.
- Format reports and specifications to support project documentation.
- Support file management of project electronic documents, including printing and scanning as required.
- Gain practical experience and broad exposure to STV’s organizational structure through diverse assignments.
- Utilize company-wide and department-specific software to complete various tasks.
- Engage in specific activities tailored to your assignments, contributing to project success.
Required:
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil or Structural engineering at an ABET-accredited University or NCEES equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Familiarity with Open Roads and/or MicroStation software.
- Experience in the architecture/engineering/construction management industry.
Compensation Range:
$52,526.00 - $59,689.00
STV offers the following benefits
- Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
- Disability insurance
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- 401(k) Plan
- Retirement Counseling
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
- Paid Holidays (9 days)
- Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
- Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
- Continuing Education Program
- Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.
Not sure this role is the perfect match?
We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Transportation Clerk
Document your logistics coursework precisely
Sponsors evaluating Trainee applications want evidence your education directly connects to transportation operations. Collect transcripts, course syllabi, and any practicum records that show supply chain, freight coordination, or logistics systems training before you apply.
Build a training plan around clerk tasks
Your host employer must submit a detailed training plan to the designated sponsor. Draft a phase-by-phase outline covering freight documentation, shipment tracking, carrier coordination, and compliance reporting so the employer can submit it quickly and accurately.
Target freight brokerages and third-party logistics firms
Mid-size freight brokerages and third-party logistics providers regularly host J-1 Trainees because their operational needs match structured training programs. Search for Transportation Clerk openings at these employers specifically using Migrate Mate to filter for J-1-aligned roles.
Verify the 2-year residency requirement early
Some J-1 participants must return home for two years after their program before changing to most other U.S. visa categories. Check whether your country of citizenship or your program's funding source triggers this requirement before accepting a host employer offer.
Confirm the host employer's E-Verify enrollment
Designated sponsors often require host employers to be enrolled in E-Verify as a compliance condition before issuing a DS-2019. Ask any prospective host employer to confirm their E-Verify status during the offer stage, not after you've accepted.
Align your program dates with peak freight cycles
Transportation operations ramp up significantly in Q4. Sponsors and host employers are more receptive to Trainee applications that start in late summer, giving you time to onboard before peak shipping season demand makes training harder to structure.
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Find Transportation Clerk JobsTransportation Clerk J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Transportation Clerk role?
The J-1 Trainee category is the most common fit for Transportation Clerk positions. It applies to candidates who have completed their degree or have at least one year of relevant work experience outside the U.S. If you are still enrolled in a degree program and seeking practical training, the Intern category applies instead. Both require a host employer and a structured training plan approved by a designated sponsor.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa if an employer offers me a Transportation Clerk role?
The employer is your host, not your visa sponsor. J-1 sponsorship comes from a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, which issues your DS-2019 form and monitors program compliance. Your host employer partners with one of these organizations and cannot independently issue J-1 sponsorship regardless of their size or willingness to hire you.
How do I find Transportation Clerk employers open to J-1 Trainees?
Most general job boards don't filter by J-1 compatibility, which makes identifying willing host employers time-consuming. Migrate Mate lets you search Transportation Clerk roles and employers that align with J-1 sponsorship requirements, so you can focus your applications on hosts already familiar with the program structure and training plan obligations.
What does the training plan need to cover for a Transportation Clerk placement?
The training plan must outline specific skills you will develop at the host site, organized by phase and timeline. For Transportation Clerk roles, that typically includes freight documentation procedures, shipment tracking systems, carrier communication protocols, and regulatory compliance tasks. The designated sponsor reviews the plan before issuing your DS-2019, so vague or generic descriptions are often sent back for revision.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement apply to Transportation Clerk J-1 participants?
It depends on two factors: your country of citizenship and whether your program is government-funded or involves a field on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Many Transportation Clerk Trainee programs do not trigger the requirement, but candidates from certain countries or funded through government grants may be subject to it. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before committing to a host employer, since the requirement affects your future visa options in the U.S.
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