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J-1 visa Account Associate jobs are open to international applicants through one of two program categories: Intern (if you're currently a student or graduated within the past year) or Trainee (if you have a degree plus at least a year of work experience). Unlike most U.S. work visas, your J-1 sponsorship doesn't come from your employer. A State Department-approved organization handles your program paperwork, and your employer acts as your "host."
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Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
Who we are:
The Lacek Group is a collection of brilliant, passionate, intellectually curious, and unique people who work on the leading edge of customer engagement. We come to work every day to help our clients build longer-lasting, more profitable customer relationships. We listen, collaborate and celebrate together. We treat each other with kindness and respect. And we believe different perspectives drive innovation, fuel creativity and make our business and communities better.
Together with our parent company Ogilvy, one of the most creative and effective agencies in the world, we believe diversity drives smarter work for our clients — and better business for us. We believe inclusion is essential, and we welcome all who are ready to join our push for positive change. Every single day.
What we need:
We are seeking a Account Services Intern to join our Summer 2026 Internship Class. This will be a hybrid internship, working at The Lacek Group's Downtown Minneapolis, MN offices.
- Account Services Intern (2 openings)
What you’ll do:
As an intern, you will support your respective team with client project deliverables for some of our biggest clients. You may gain experience in project routing; project layout and copy; internal kick-off and strategy meetings; ad hoc assignments; client promotional events; email testing; and managing projects. This full-time, 10-week internship will take place from June 8 through August 14 and offers a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience.
What you’ll bring:
- Working toward Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, or another business-related field
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to contribute within a team-oriented environment
- Strong detail orientation and follow-through skills
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task
- Agility in an ever-changing environment
- Previous experience managing projects is also preferred
You’ll love working at The Lacek Group – smart people, casual environment, engaging and inclusive culture, and fantastic growth opportunities.
This position is hybrid, with an expectation to be onsite in our downtown Minneapolis, MN office 10x a month.
Location:
The Lacek Group
700 Nicollet Mall, Suite 610
Minneapolis, MN 55402
The Lacek Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay Range
$18 — $18 USD
At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression.
We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality.
Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve. This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.
Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.
About Ogilvy
Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
Who we are:
The Lacek Group is a collection of brilliant, passionate, intellectually curious, and unique people who work on the leading edge of customer engagement. We come to work every day to help our clients build longer-lasting, more profitable customer relationships. We listen, collaborate and celebrate together. We treat each other with kindness and respect. And we believe different perspectives drive innovation, fuel creativity and make our business and communities better.
Together with our parent company Ogilvy, one of the most creative and effective agencies in the world, we believe diversity drives smarter work for our clients — and better business for us. We believe inclusion is essential, and we welcome all who are ready to join our push for positive change. Every single day.
What we need:
We are seeking a Account Services Intern to join our Summer 2026 Internship Class. This will be a hybrid internship, working at The Lacek Group's Downtown Minneapolis, MN offices.
- Account Services Intern (2 openings)
What you’ll do:
As an intern, you will support your respective team with client project deliverables for some of our biggest clients. You may gain experience in project routing; project layout and copy; internal kick-off and strategy meetings; ad hoc assignments; client promotional events; email testing; and managing projects. This full-time, 10-week internship will take place from June 8 through August 14 and offers a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience.
What you’ll bring:
- Working toward Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, or another business-related field
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to contribute within a team-oriented environment
- Strong detail orientation and follow-through skills
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task
- Agility in an ever-changing environment
- Previous experience managing projects is also preferred
You’ll love working at The Lacek Group – smart people, casual environment, engaging and inclusive culture, and fantastic growth opportunities.
This position is hybrid, with an expectation to be onsite in our downtown Minneapolis, MN office 10x a month.
Location:
The Lacek Group
700 Nicollet Mall, Suite 610
Minneapolis, MN 55402
The Lacek Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay Range
$18 — $18 USD
At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression.
We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality.
Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve. This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.
Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Account Associate
Document your degree and field alignment
J-1 visa Trainee eligibility requires your degree to be in a field related to the work you'll do. Account Associate roles fall under business, finance, or marketing fields, so if you studied outside the U.S., have your transcripts evaluated for U.S. equivalency before approaching employers.
Target employers with structured training plans
Designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas require your host employer to submit a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan (DS-7002). Prioritize firms that already have documented onboarding programs, because vague training descriptions are one of the top reasons sponsorship gets stuck.
Search for J-1-aligned roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter for Account Associate positions at U.S. companies with a documented history of hosting exchange visitors, so you're not cold-pitching employers unfamiliar with the DS-7002 process or designated sponsor requirements.
Confirm host employer wage compliance upfront
Your host employer must pay you the same wages as similarly situated U.S. workers. Cross-reference the DOL's OFLC Wage Search for the prevailing wage in your work location before accepting an offer, since underpayment can jeopardize your program status.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement after their program ends, triggered by factors including government financing or whether your home country is on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List for your field. Check your DS-2019 against USCIS exchange visitor guidance before signing any offer letter.
Negotiate program dates before sponsor submission
Your designated sponsor submits the DS-2019 based on the start and end dates your host employer provides. If you need to adjust your program timeline after issuance, extensions require sponsor approval and additional documentation, so lock in accurate dates at the offer stage.
Account Associate J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Account Associate positions?
The J-1 Intern category applies if you're currently enrolled in a degree program or graduated within the past 12 months. The J-1 Trainee category applies if you have a degree plus at least 1 year of related work experience, or 5 years of work experience in your field. Account Associate roles fit under the business and management occupational category for both tracks.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for an Account Associate role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, IIE, or CIEE, not your hiring company. Your employer acts as the host organization and works with the designated sponsor to complete your Training or Internship Placement Plan. The sponsor issues your DS-2019, which is the document that activates your J-1 status.
How do I find Account Associate employers open to J-1 hosting?
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. companies actively seeking exchange visitors for business and account management roles. Many employers are unfamiliar with the DS-7002 training plan requirement, so targeting companies already experienced with J-1 hosting significantly reduces delays. Outreach to HR teams referencing your specific program category and a named designated sponsor also improves response rates.
Can I switch employers during my J-1 program if a better Account Associate role comes up?
Changing host employers mid-program is technically possible but requires your designated sponsor to approve a program amendment and issue an updated DS-2019. The new employer must agree to the same training plan obligations. Most sponsors treat mid-program employer changes as high-scrutiny situations, and some require you to restart the DS-7002 process entirely, so plan accordingly before accepting a competing offer.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Account Associate J-1 participants?
It can. The two-year home residency requirement is triggered by factors including government financing and whether your home country is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Business training participants from certain countries are subject to this requirement, meaning you cannot apply for H-1B visa, L-1 visa, or most immigrant visas until you fulfill it. Review your DS-2019 and consult USCIS guidance or a designated sponsor compliance officer before making long-term U.S. career plans.