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Travel Consultant roles in the United States are accessible to international exchange visitors through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Intern program categories. Your host employer coordinates with a State Department-designated sponsor organization to issue the DS-2019 and manage compliance throughout your placement.
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Stepful is reimagining allied healthcare training by offering affordable, online, instructor-led, and AI-supported programs that help learners—regardless of background or circumstance—launch high-demand healthcare careers. In addition to our direct-to-consumer training, Stepful partners with leading healthcare institutions to address the growing national shortage of healthcare workers. Our graduates, including Medical Assistants, Pharmacy Technicians, Nurses, and more, form the talent pipelines at major employers like CVS, NY-Presbyterian, HCA, Providence, and Walgreens. Stepful is backed by Y Combinator, Reach Capital, and AlleyCorp, with a recent $31.5M Series B led by Oak HC/FT. We were named the #1 EdTech company in the U.S. by TIME for 2025. We’re improving access to quality healthcare for everyone, everywhere, and improving access to healthcare careers for those who need them most.
Our Values
We credit much of our success to our exceptional team. We’re looking for mission-driven builders who thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments, and embody our four core values:
Care first: We do whatever it takes for our students to succeed.
Learn quickly: We test, learn with data, and iterate.
Build together: We win when we rely on each other.
Own it: We show up, take initiative, and show pride.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a full-time Travel Clinical Educator, Surgical Technology to support Stepful’s Surgical Technology program across multiple locations around the United States. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality, hands-on skills instruction, supporting student remediation, and ensuring strong clinical and certification outcomes. In addition to teaching, the Clinical Educator will serve as a key on-site representative of Stepful, partnering with our clinical sites to support client onboarding and program implementation between 10-week cohorts. This role requires regular travel and close collaboration with both internal teams and external partners between cohorts. The initial 10-week cohort is expected to take place in July at an employer partner site in Lincoln, Nebraska, with future cohorts occurring in various locations. This travel-based role reports into the Program Director, Surgical Services.
What You’ll Do
Teach and facilitate skills labs and clinical instruction across assigned Stepful cohorts.
Demonstrate proper techniques, provide live step-by-step instruction, and supervise practice.
Assess student competency and provide feedback and remediation as needed.
Ensure students achieve mastery of skills before advancing to clinical rotations.
Coordinate with hospital preceptors to align experiences with program goals.
Document student progress and report clinical outcomes.
Represent Stepful on client and partner calls, supporting our solutions team with implementation.
Provide insights to enhance the student and partner experience.
What You’ll Bring
Willingness to travel to multiple clinical sites around the United States (this is a travel-based role!)
Current Surgical Tech certification (CST or NCCT)
3+ years of experience teaching Surgical Technology in a lab or school setting
Hands-on experience as a Surgical Technologist in the operating room
Strong written and oral communication skills
The ability to be hands-on, resourceful, and willing to do what it takes to get the job done and thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments
* Current BLS certification
Bonus Points If You Have
CRCST certification and/or experience teaching Sterile Processing
Bachelor’s degree in a related healthcare field
Experience with competency-based education models
Experience supporting diverse and underserved student populations
Familiarity with NCCT certification requirements
Previous experience with online or hybrid education programs
Interview Process
Introductory call with Talent Acquisition team member
Interview with Hiring Manager
Take-Home Assignment
Final Panel Interview
Benefits And Compensation
Meaningful Equity Stake
Subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plan options
401(k)
FSA, HSA and commuter benefits
Learning stipend
Open vacation policy, including:
+ Guidance of 15 days PTO annually
+ Stepful closed the last week of December
+ 15 work-from-anywhere days
+ 10 public holidays observed for 2026
The target base salary range for this opportunity is $80,000 - $95,000, and is part of a competitive total rewards package including equity and benefits. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, internal pay equity and other relevant business considerations.
Stepful will cover reasonable travel expenses required for the role. This includes flights, transportation, and hotel accommodations. All travel-related expenses must be pre-approved by the employee’s manager and comply with the Company’s travel policy.
Stepful is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.
Compensation Range: $80K - $95K
About Stepful
Stepful is reimagining allied healthcare training by offering affordable, online, instructor-led, and AI-supported programs that help learners—regardless of background or circumstance—launch high-demand healthcare careers. In addition to our direct-to-consumer training, Stepful partners with leading healthcare institutions to address the growing national shortage of healthcare workers. Our graduates, including Medical Assistants, Pharmacy Technicians, Nurses, and more, form the talent pipelines at major employers like CVS, NY-Presbyterian, HCA, Providence, and Walgreens. Stepful is backed by Y Combinator, Reach Capital, and AlleyCorp, with a recent $31.5M Series B led by Oak HC/FT. We were named the #1 EdTech company in the U.S. by TIME for 2025. We’re improving access to quality healthcare for everyone, everywhere, and improving access to healthcare careers for those who need them most.
Our Values
We credit much of our success to our exceptional team. We’re looking for mission-driven builders who thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments, and embody our four core values:
Care first: We do whatever it takes for our students to succeed.
Learn quickly: We test, learn with data, and iterate.
Build together: We win when we rely on each other.
Own it: We show up, take initiative, and show pride.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a full-time Travel Clinical Educator, Surgical Technology to support Stepful’s Surgical Technology program across multiple locations around the United States. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality, hands-on skills instruction, supporting student remediation, and ensuring strong clinical and certification outcomes. In addition to teaching, the Clinical Educator will serve as a key on-site representative of Stepful, partnering with our clinical sites to support client onboarding and program implementation between 10-week cohorts. This role requires regular travel and close collaboration with both internal teams and external partners between cohorts. The initial 10-week cohort is expected to take place in July at an employer partner site in Lincoln, Nebraska, with future cohorts occurring in various locations. This travel-based role reports into the Program Director, Surgical Services.
What You’ll Do
Teach and facilitate skills labs and clinical instruction across assigned Stepful cohorts.
Demonstrate proper techniques, provide live step-by-step instruction, and supervise practice.
Assess student competency and provide feedback and remediation as needed.
Ensure students achieve mastery of skills before advancing to clinical rotations.
Coordinate with hospital preceptors to align experiences with program goals.
Document student progress and report clinical outcomes.
Represent Stepful on client and partner calls, supporting our solutions team with implementation.
Provide insights to enhance the student and partner experience.
What You’ll Bring
Willingness to travel to multiple clinical sites around the United States (this is a travel-based role!)
Current Surgical Tech certification (CST or NCCT)
3+ years of experience teaching Surgical Technology in a lab or school setting
Hands-on experience as a Surgical Technologist in the operating room
Strong written and oral communication skills
The ability to be hands-on, resourceful, and willing to do what it takes to get the job done and thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments
* Current BLS certification
Bonus Points If You Have
CRCST certification and/or experience teaching Sterile Processing
Bachelor’s degree in a related healthcare field
Experience with competency-based education models
Experience supporting diverse and underserved student populations
Familiarity with NCCT certification requirements
Previous experience with online or hybrid education programs
Interview Process
Introductory call with Talent Acquisition team member
Interview with Hiring Manager
Take-Home Assignment
Final Panel Interview
Benefits And Compensation
Meaningful Equity Stake
Subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plan options
401(k)
FSA, HSA and commuter benefits
Learning stipend
Open vacation policy, including:
+ Guidance of 15 days PTO annually
+ Stepful closed the last week of December
+ 15 work-from-anywhere days
+ 10 public holidays observed for 2026
The target base salary range for this opportunity is $80,000 - $95,000, and is part of a competitive total rewards package including equity and benefits. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, internal pay equity and other relevant business considerations.
Stepful will cover reasonable travel expenses required for the role. This includes flights, transportation, and hotel accommodations. All travel-related expenses must be pre-approved by the employee’s manager and comply with the Company’s travel policy.
Stepful is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.
Compensation Range: $80K - $95K
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Travel Consultant
Document your hospitality credentials before applying
Gather transcripts, employer letters, and certifications that confirm your background in tourism, travel planning, or hospitality management. Designated sponsors require evidence that your training objective aligns with your prior education or professional experience.
Target host employers with international client portfolios
Travel agencies and corporate travel management firms that serve international travelers are more familiar with exchange visitor documentation requirements. Search for open roles on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers receptive to J-1 exchange visitors.
Distinguish the Intern and Trainee categories before accepting an offer
The Intern category applies if you're currently enrolled in a degree program or graduated within the past 12 months. Trainee status fits early-career professionals with at least one year of relevant work experience outside the United States.
Confirm your host employer will sign a formal training plan
Designated sponsors require a completed DS-7002 training plan that maps your daily tasks to specific learning objectives. Ask hiring managers directly whether their HR or legal team has executed this document for J-1 exchange visitors before.
Check whether the 2-year home residency requirement applies to you
The J-1 two-year home country physical presence requirement can affect your ability to switch to an H-1B or other work visa afterward. Your eligibility depends on your country of nationality, your funding source, and your specific exchange program category.
Verify prevailing wage compliance before your program begins
Your compensation must meet the wage level for your occupation and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the applicable rate for Travel Consultant roles in your city, and confirm your offer letter reflects that threshold.
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Find Travel Consultant JobsTravel Consultant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Travel Consultant role?
Most Travel Consultant placements fall under either the Intern or Trainee category. Intern applies if you're currently enrolled in a post-secondary program or graduated within the past 12 months. Trainee is the correct category if you completed your degree more than 12 months ago and have at least one year of professional experience in travel, tourism, or hospitality outside the United States.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Travel Consultant position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, not the travel agency or corporate employer where you work. The employer is your host organization. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, approves your training plan, and monitors your compliance throughout the exchange program period.
How do I find U.S. employers that are willing to host J-1 Travel Consultants?
The clearest signal is whether a travel agency or corporate travel management firm has hosted J-1 exchange visitors before. Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. roles and employers that align with J-1 exchange visitor placements, so you can focus your applications on organizations already familiar with the DS-7002 training plan process.
Can I transition from a J-1 Travel Consultant placement to an H-1B afterward?
Possibly, but the two-year home country physical presence requirement may block the transition. If your J-1 is funded by a government agency or your home country's government, or if your country is listed on the State Department's skills list, you must return home for two years before applying for an H-1B, L-1, or immigrant visa. Review your DS-2019 and consult a designated sponsor compliance officer before assuming the path is clear.
What documentation does a Travel Consultant need before a designated sponsor will issue a DS-2019?
Sponsors typically require proof of your current enrollment or recent graduation, a degree or transcript confirming a relevant field of study, a signed training plan from the host employer using the DS-7002 form, evidence of financial support for your stay, and health insurance that meets the State Department's minimum coverage standards. Missing any one of these delays the DS-2019 issuance and pushes back your program start date.
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