Nonprofit J-1 Sponsorship Jobs in California
Nonprofit J-1 visa sponsorship jobs in California span research institutions, public health organizations, international exchange programs, and social services agencies across Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento. Organizations like the University of California system, Kaiser Permanente, and major foundations routinely host J-1 exchange visitors in program-aligned roles.
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Get Access To All JobsThe American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is the nation's leading cancer advocacy organization. Together with our charitable partner, the American Cancer Society, we work in Congress, state legislatures and local jurisdictions to support evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem.
Outreach and Advocacy Internship – College Students (Public Health Majors Preferred)
Internship Type:
Paid hourly rate ($20/hr); hybrid (in-person and virtual)
Internship Description:
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), the nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society, supports evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. ACS CAN works to encourage elected officials and candidates to make cancer a top national priority. ACS CAN provides volunteers with the opportunity to fight cancer with the training and tools they need to make their voices heard.
Role:
Student interns will assist ACS CAN’s East Bay California Tobacco Control Grant Project (Rooted In Community Empowerment - RICE), with outreach and education in the community to support the adoption and implementation of a smoke and tobacco-free policy within the city of Antioch, Hercules or Richmond. Interns will conduct education and outreach to build community support for tobacco-free policies through advocacy strategies and data collection activities.
Internship Activities:
Some of the activities may include but are not limited to the following Note: these activities will be conducted in partnership and with support from ACS CAN -RICE staff and may be conducted virtually or in-person when safe to do so.
Data collection:
- Administer public opinion surveys among community members at local events (health fairs, farmer’s markets, and other events)
- Conduct stakeholder interviews and observation data collection.
- Research, track and assess media related to smoking, tobacco use, public health policy and youth tobacco
- Assisting with the recruitment, training, and coordination of volunteers for outreach events and activities. Ensure that the volunteers are well-equipped and informed to represent ACS CAN effectively.
Community outreach and education:
- Assist with the development of newsletters for distribution relating to cessation services and website resources
- Assist with targeted paid media marketing and communication of cessation activities and resources via social media platforms (Instagram and Facebook)
- Assist with development and editing of presentation materials and educational fact sheets.
- Compile educational materials to support the policy issue.
Community advocacy:
- Participate in coalition calls, trainings, and other advocacy campaign tools
- Advocate for the issue in media outlets and at other stakeholder meetings
Internship Requirements:
The following requirements must be met:
- Be a college student within the recruiting campuses and be enrolled in the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters.
- Plan to intern for the summer beginning in late May.
- Set aside 10-15 hours a week to engage in activities for a total of 112-225 hours.
Compensation:
A hired intern will be compensated at $20/hour for 10-15 hours a week for a total of 8-10 weeks.
ACS CAN provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is the nation's leading cancer advocacy organization. Together with our charitable partner, the American Cancer Society, we work in Congress, state legislatures and local jurisdictions to support evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem.
Outreach and Advocacy Internship – College Students (Public Health Majors Preferred)
Internship Type:
Paid hourly rate ($20/hr); hybrid (in-person and virtual)
Internship Description:
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), the nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society, supports evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. ACS CAN works to encourage elected officials and candidates to make cancer a top national priority. ACS CAN provides volunteers with the opportunity to fight cancer with the training and tools they need to make their voices heard.
Role:
Student interns will assist ACS CAN’s East Bay California Tobacco Control Grant Project (Rooted In Community Empowerment - RICE), with outreach and education in the community to support the adoption and implementation of a smoke and tobacco-free policy within the city of Antioch, Hercules or Richmond. Interns will conduct education and outreach to build community support for tobacco-free policies through advocacy strategies and data collection activities.
Internship Activities:
Some of the activities may include but are not limited to the following Note: these activities will be conducted in partnership and with support from ACS CAN -RICE staff and may be conducted virtually or in-person when safe to do so.
Data collection:
- Administer public opinion surveys among community members at local events (health fairs, farmer’s markets, and other events)
- Conduct stakeholder interviews and observation data collection.
- Research, track and assess media related to smoking, tobacco use, public health policy and youth tobacco
- Assisting with the recruitment, training, and coordination of volunteers for outreach events and activities. Ensure that the volunteers are well-equipped and informed to represent ACS CAN effectively.
Community outreach and education:
- Assist with the development of newsletters for distribution relating to cessation services and website resources
- Assist with targeted paid media marketing and communication of cessation activities and resources via social media platforms (Instagram and Facebook)
- Assist with development and editing of presentation materials and educational fact sheets.
- Compile educational materials to support the policy issue.
Community advocacy:
- Participate in coalition calls, trainings, and other advocacy campaign tools
- Advocate for the issue in media outlets and at other stakeholder meetings
Internship Requirements:
The following requirements must be met:
- Be a college student within the recruiting campuses and be enrolled in the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters.
- Plan to intern for the summer beginning in late May.
- Set aside 10-15 hours a week to engage in activities for a total of 112-225 hours.
Compensation:
A hired intern will be compensated at $20/hour for 10-15 hours a week for a total of 8-10 weeks.
ACS CAN provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.
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Which nonprofit organizations in California commonly sponsor J-1 visas?
Large California nonprofits with established J-1 visa sponsorship history include university-affiliated research centers, hospital systems such as Kaiser Permanente and UCSF Medical Center, public health agencies, and international exchange organizations. Many community development nonprofits and environmental advocacy groups also hold J-1 program sponsor designation, particularly those with formal research, training, or intern program structures that align with J-1 exchange visitor categories.
Which California cities have the most nonprofit J-1 sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles and San Francisco consistently generate the highest volume of nonprofit J-1 roles, driven by their density of hospitals, research institutions, and international foundations. San Diego is notable for biomedical research nonprofits and global health organizations. Sacramento hosts state-affiliated nonprofits and policy-focused organizations. The San Francisco Bay Area, including Oakland and Berkeley, is particularly active due to the University of California system and affiliated research entities.
What types of nonprofit roles typically qualify for J-1 visa sponsorship in California?
J-1 sponsorship in the nonprofit sector most commonly covers research scholar, intern, trainee, and specialist categories. Qualifying roles generally include clinical research coordinators, public health fellows, policy analysts, environmental scientists, and program officers at organizations with designated J-1 sponsor status. The position must align with the exchange visitor's field of study or professional background, and the host organization must hold or work through an approved J-1 program sponsor.
How do I find nonprofit J-1 sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by visa type and state, so you can search specifically for nonprofit J-1 sponsorship roles in California without sorting through positions that don't offer that sponsorship. Each listing on Migrate Mate reflects verified employer sponsorship history. Narrowing by industry to nonprofits and social services surfaces organizations with active J-1 programs in cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego.
Are there California-specific considerations for J-1 nonprofit sponsorship?
California nonprofits sponsoring J-1 exchange visitors must comply with both federal J-1 program regulations administered through the State Department and California labor law, which in some cases applies to J-1 trainees and interns. Organizations operating in regulated sectors like healthcare must also ensure J-1 roles meet professional licensing requirements where applicable. California's size means program requirements can vary significantly between a county public health department and a private research foundation.