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Programs Associate Internship

Swissnex in San Francisco

Why it’s on our list: Only with Swiss citizenship or a Swiss work permit: a full year in San Francisco at $3,600 a month, inside Switzerland’s innovation network.

Location
San Francisco, CA
Duration
12 months
Compensation
$3,600/month
Field
Research

Last checked today at 06:25 Application deadline: 25 Oct 2026

About this role

Twelve months with the Swiss science and innovation network in San Francisco, supporting programs and events on AI, technology foresight and the creative industries. Only for Swiss citizens or holders of a Swiss work permit, with a recent bachelor’s degree or current master’s studies.

“You are a Swiss citizen or have a valid Swiss work permit for the duration of the internship.”
From the official posting at Swissnex in San Francisco

What you’d do

  • Plan and run programs and events on AI, tech foresight and the creative industries (60%)
  • Support the alumni and mentor community (20%)
  • Research and program outputs with the program managers
  • Evening events are part of the job

What they look for

  • Swiss citizen or valid Swiss work permit (a B permit for study doesn’t count)
  • Bachelor’s done or due within the first four months, or enrolled in a master’s
  • No professional experience in your field yet and no earlier internship with the Swiss Confederation
  • Excellent English and some event or project experience

About Swissnex in San Francisco

Switzerland’s network for science, education and innovation in the San Francisco Bay Area.

How to apply

  1. Check your J-1 Visa for free

    A few questions show whether we can sponsor your J-1 Visa for this role and what you pay.

  2. Get the link and your J-1-ready letter

    After the check you get the application link and a letter that shows the employer your J-1 sponsorship is covered.

  3. Apply at Swissnex in San Francisco

    You apply to Swissnex in San Francisco yourself. Once Swissnex in San Francisco makes you an offer, we handle your sponsorship: training plan, documents and the sponsor, through to your DS-2019.

    What to send: CV and a short, original cover letter for this role.

Questions about this role

How do I apply?

Do the free J-1 Visa Check on this page. You then get the direct link to apply at Swissnex in San Francisco and your J-1-ready letter, also by email.

When does it start and how long is it?

Start: January 1, 2027. Duration: 12 months.

Is housing included?

The posting doesn’t mention housing. Ask about it in your application.

What is the deadline?

The deadline in the posting is 25 Oct 2026. Do the check before then, so your J-1-ready letter can go with your application.

Who takes care of the J-⁠1 Visa?

We do. Once Swissnex in San Francisco makes you an offer, we coordinate the DS-7002 training plan with you and the organization and handle the sponsor through to your DS-2019. The organization does not need to become a sponsor.

Can you get my J-⁠1 Visa through for this position?

If it’s legally possible, we get it through. Nobody can promise 100% in advance, but we are very confident. VisaNerd isn’t the employer, the host makes the offer.

Subject to eligibility, sponsor approval and consular decision. VisaNerd isn’t the employer. You apply directly to Swissnex in San Francisco.