J-1 Sponsorship Jobs in Florida
Florida's tourism, hospitality, and research sectors make it one of the most active J-1 visa sponsorship states in the country. From Orlando's resorts and Miami's international business hub to Tampa's healthcare and education institutions, employers across multiple industries regularly hire J-1 exchange visitors.
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2027 Live Operations Management Trainee
About us: JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members.
Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
Purpose/General Summary: Our 12-month program is designed to give you an immersive leadership experience at one of our 60+ domestic locations. This program includes hands-on rotations throughout all of the location’s business sectors, and is designed to give you real-world leadership experience and a thorough understanding of how each sector functions to support the overall production strategy of the location. If you are passionate about leading and motivating others in a culturally diverse setting to make a sustainable agricultural impact on the global food supply– we are interested in you!
Responsibilities:
- Rotations- You will spend time learning and working in every business sector of your location. These rotations are designed to give you hands-on knowledge of what positions, equipment, and materials are involved in each specific production process.
- Will provide support to the live operations team
- Shadowing within the Hatchery.
- Understanding proper egg handling procedures, vaccinations, transferring, and chick handling.
- Also, understand what each employee does in that area.
- Broiler rotation: communicate with growers and shadow broiler techs to get a good understanding of their day to day.
- Gain knowledge on housing and farm conditions/operations.
- Breeder rotation: shadow rotation and working hands on with pullet crews. Get firsthand experience in servicing, vaccinations, and weighing.
- Feed Mill rotation: tour the feed mill and understand the entire process.
- Understanding the different types of feed and testing procedures.
- Observe the Live Haul process overall and help unload trucks.
- Complete a challenging project that aligns with key performance indicators (KPI’s) and impacts our bottom line.
- Participate in three group-based Leadership Development Training sessions at our corporate U.S. Headquarters in Greeley, CO.
- Final Placement: the last 4 months of the program will provide hands-on training in an area of interest with the intention of final placement into a leadership role.
What You Bring (Qualifications):
- Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree required
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
- Alignment with JBS core values and culture
- Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to work different shifts and occasional weekends
- Flexibility to relocate
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
- Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
- Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
- 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
- Base salary range starting at $64,500
- Relocation available if applicable
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
EOE/Vets/Disability
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2027 Live Operations Management Trainee
About us: JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members.
Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
Purpose/General Summary: Our 12-month program is designed to give you an immersive leadership experience at one of our 60+ domestic locations. This program includes hands-on rotations throughout all of the location’s business sectors, and is designed to give you real-world leadership experience and a thorough understanding of how each sector functions to support the overall production strategy of the location. If you are passionate about leading and motivating others in a culturally diverse setting to make a sustainable agricultural impact on the global food supply– we are interested in you!
Responsibilities:
- Rotations- You will spend time learning and working in every business sector of your location. These rotations are designed to give you hands-on knowledge of what positions, equipment, and materials are involved in each specific production process.
- Will provide support to the live operations team
- Shadowing within the Hatchery.
- Understanding proper egg handling procedures, vaccinations, transferring, and chick handling.
- Also, understand what each employee does in that area.
- Broiler rotation: communicate with growers and shadow broiler techs to get a good understanding of their day to day.
- Gain knowledge on housing and farm conditions/operations.
- Breeder rotation: shadow rotation and working hands on with pullet crews. Get firsthand experience in servicing, vaccinations, and weighing.
- Feed Mill rotation: tour the feed mill and understand the entire process.
- Understanding the different types of feed and testing procedures.
- Observe the Live Haul process overall and help unload trucks.
- Complete a challenging project that aligns with key performance indicators (KPI’s) and impacts our bottom line.
- Participate in three group-based Leadership Development Training sessions at our corporate U.S. Headquarters in Greeley, CO.
- Final Placement: the last 4 months of the program will provide hands-on training in an area of interest with the intention of final placement into a leadership role.
What You Bring (Qualifications):
- Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree required
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
- Alignment with JBS core values and culture
- Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to work different shifts and occasional weekends
- Flexibility to relocate
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
- Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
- Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
- 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
- Base salary range starting at $64,500
- Relocation available if applicable
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
EOE/Vets/Disability
Tips for Finding J-1 Sponsorship Jobs in Florida
Target Florida's resort and hospitality corridor
Orlando, Miami Beach, and the Florida Keys have some of the highest concentrations of J-1 intern and trainee sponsors in the country. Large hotel groups and resort operators file repeatedly each season, making them reliable sponsorship sources.
Understand Florida's two distinct J-1 markets
South Florida skews toward international business, finance, and hospitality roles with a Latin American focus, while Central and North Florida lean toward theme parks, agriculture, and research institutions. Targeting the right region for your field improves your odds significantly.
Search by J-1 category, not just job title
Florida employers sponsor across multiple J-1 categories including Intern, Trainee, Research Scholar, and Summer Work Travel. Filtering by category when browsing on Migrate Mate helps you find roles where your specific exchange program type is already approved.
Connect with Florida's university research programs
The University of Florida, University of Miami, and Florida State University all host J-1 Research Scholar and Professor exchange visitors. Academic and research roles at these institutions go through the university's designated sponsor office, which simplifies the DS-2019 process.
Apply early for seasonal hospitality positions
Florida's peak tourism seasons drive a surge in J-1 intern and trainee openings, particularly from September through March. Employers in Orlando and Miami typically begin recruiting three to six months ahead, so early applications give you a real advantage.
Verify the employer's sponsor status before applying
Not every Florida employer who wants to hire a J-1 exchange visitor is already working with a designated sponsor organization. Confirming this upfront saves weeks of back-and-forth. Listings on Migrate Mate are filtered to show roles where sponsorship has already been confirmed.
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Get Access To All JobsJ-1 Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
Which industries in Florida sponsor the most J-1 visas?
Hospitality and tourism lead by a significant margin, driven by Orlando's theme parks and resort complexes, Miami's hotel industry, and the Florida Keys' recreation sector. Healthcare, higher education, and research institutions also sponsor substantial numbers of J-1 visa exchange visitors, particularly under the Research Scholar and Intern categories. Agriculture and marine sciences round out the most active sponsoring industries in the state.
Which cities in Florida have the most J-1 sponsorship jobs?
Orlando has the highest concentration of J-1 openings due to its theme park and resort economy. Miami follows closely, particularly for business, hospitality, and international trade roles. Tampa and Jacksonville have growing employer bases across healthcare, finance, and education. Gainesville and Tallahassee are worth targeting if you're pursuing research or academic exchange positions tied to Florida's major public universities.
What types of roles typically qualify for J-1 sponsorship in Florida?
Roles must align with a recognized J-1 exchange category. In Florida, the most common qualifying positions include hotel and resort management training roles, research and laboratory positions at universities or medical centers, marketing and business development internships with international employers, and clinical training programs at teaching hospitals. The role must offer structured training or educational exchange value, not simply fill a staffing need.
How do I find J-1 sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate lists Florida J-1 jobs filtered by visa type and industry, so you can search specifically for employers already set up to sponsor exchange visitors rather than cold-applying and hoping. Alongside that, reaching out directly to Florida-based designated sponsor organizations and checking university international offices in Gainesville, Miami, and Tampa can surface openings that aren't broadly advertised.
Are there any Florida-specific considerations for J-1 sponsorship?
Florida has no state income tax, which affects how you plan your finances during an exchange program. For hospitality and tourism roles, be aware that Florida's peak and off-peak seasons heavily influence when positions open and close, and some sponsors only hire for fixed seasonal windows. If you're in a healthcare or research role, Florida's licensing requirements for certain clinical positions can affect whether your J-1 training plan is approvable, so confirm this with your sponsor organization early.