J-1 Visa Communications Manager Jobs
Communications Manager roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Specialist program categories, both of which require a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019 and oversee your training plan. Finding a host employer willing to structure the placement correctly is where J-1 sponsorship begins.
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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School is seeking a creative, organized, and motivated student (graduate or undergraduate) to serve as a Marketing Communications Intern. This position will support the school’s Marketing and Strategic Communications team through strategic content creation, social media management, event promotion, and digital communications.
This internship offers hands-on experience working with a collaborative communications team focused on telling the stories of graduate students, faculty, staff, and alumni while promoting the impact and initiatives of the Fox Graduate School.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibility for the position is social media and content creation, which includes:
- Create engaging written, visual, and video content for Instagram, LinkedIn, and other platforms
- Capture photos and short-form video clips featuring graduate students, faculty, staff, and alumni
- Assist in maintaining an editorial calendar and publishing schedule
- Monitor engagement and support community management efforts
- Research trends and recommend new ideas, tools, or platforms
Additional responsibilities may include the following, based on the candidate’s skills, experiences, and interests, such as:
- Developing promotional materials for Fox Graduate School initiatives and events (e.g., Graduate Exhibition, Three Minute Thesis, Summer Research Opportunities Program, commencement activities, workshops)
- Supporting event marketing campaigns across digital and print channels
- Assisting with on-site event coverage, including live posting and photography
- Helping to update and manage website content
- Drafting news and feature stories
- Drafting and testing promotional emails
- Supporting copyediting and proofreading of marketing materials
- Ensuring content aligns with Penn State brand standards
- Developing analytics reports
Qualifications
- Enrolled undergraduate or graduate student in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, business, English, or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with social media platforms and content creation tools
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud
- Basic photography and/or videography skills preferred
- Comfort with analytics tools (e.g., platform insights, Google Analytics)
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects
- Willingness to learn new tools and adapt to evolving priorities
Compensation and Time Commitment
This is a paid internship, $15 per hour, for 10 hours per week during the fall 2026 semester with possibility of extending into the spring semester.
To Apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and 3–5 samples of relevant work (writing, social media posts, graphics, video, or other marketing materials). Applications without these required documents will not be reviewed.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
-
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
-
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School is seeking a creative, organized, and motivated student (graduate or undergraduate) to serve as a Marketing Communications Intern. This position will support the school’s Marketing and Strategic Communications team through strategic content creation, social media management, event promotion, and digital communications.
This internship offers hands-on experience working with a collaborative communications team focused on telling the stories of graduate students, faculty, staff, and alumni while promoting the impact and initiatives of the Fox Graduate School.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibility for the position is social media and content creation, which includes:
- Create engaging written, visual, and video content for Instagram, LinkedIn, and other platforms
- Capture photos and short-form video clips featuring graduate students, faculty, staff, and alumni
- Assist in maintaining an editorial calendar and publishing schedule
- Monitor engagement and support community management efforts
- Research trends and recommend new ideas, tools, or platforms
Additional responsibilities may include the following, based on the candidate’s skills, experiences, and interests, such as:
- Developing promotional materials for Fox Graduate School initiatives and events (e.g., Graduate Exhibition, Three Minute Thesis, Summer Research Opportunities Program, commencement activities, workshops)
- Supporting event marketing campaigns across digital and print channels
- Assisting with on-site event coverage, including live posting and photography
- Helping to update and manage website content
- Drafting news and feature stories
- Drafting and testing promotional emails
- Supporting copyediting and proofreading of marketing materials
- Ensuring content aligns with Penn State brand standards
- Developing analytics reports
Qualifications
- Enrolled undergraduate or graduate student in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, business, English, or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with social media platforms and content creation tools
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud
- Basic photography and/or videography skills preferred
- Comfort with analytics tools (e.g., platform insights, Google Analytics)
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects
- Willingness to learn new tools and adapt to evolving priorities
Compensation and Time Commitment
This is a paid internship, $15 per hour, for 10 hours per week during the fall 2026 semester with possibility of extending into the spring semester.
To Apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and 3–5 samples of relevant work (writing, social media posts, graphics, video, or other marketing materials). Applications without these required documents will not be reviewed.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Communications Manager
Document your communications credentials precisely
Gather degree transcripts, portfolio samples, and employment letters that demonstrate specialization in communications management. Designated sponsors evaluate whether your background justifies a training plan, so vague credentials slow or derail DS-2019 issuance.
Target host employers with structured training capacity
Communications Manager placements require a host that can produce a formal training plan outlining specific learning objectives. Mid-size firms with internal communications departments are better positioned than small agencies to meet this requirement.
Clarify which J-1 category your background fits
If you're within five years of graduation, the Trainee category applies. If you're a senior communications professional with specialized expertise, the Specialist category is the appropriate path. Submitting under the wrong category triggers sponsor rejection.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers who have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in communications roles. Filtering by role and visa history narrows your outreach to organizations already familiar with the host-employer obligations.
Confirm the 2-year home residency requirement early
Communications roles funded by certain governments or involving skills on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may trigger the 2-year home residency requirement under INA section 212(e). Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Negotiate training plan terms before the sponsor submits
Your designated sponsor submits the DS-2019 based on the training plan you and the host employer agree on. Changing the scope of duties after submission requires an amendment and can delay your start date by weeks.
Communications Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Communications Manager role?
Most Communications Manager placements fall under the J-1 Trainee category for professionals within five years of graduation, or the Specialist category for those with specialized expertise beyond that window. The right category depends on your career stage and the nature of the placement. Your designated sponsor organization, not the host employer, makes the final determination based on your qualifications and proposed training plan.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Communications Manager position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or CIEE, that issues your DS-2019 form and monitors your program compliance. The company hiring you is the host employer, not the sponsor. You need both: a host employer willing to structure the placement and a designated sponsor willing to approve and administer it.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 Communications Manager?
Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. employers by role and visa-hosting history, which helps you identify organizations already familiar with J-1 host-employer obligations. Many companies that have previously structured J-1 placements in communications or marketing functions are more likely to understand the training plan and supervision requirements involved.
Can a Communications Manager J-1 placement lead to long-term work authorization?
The J-1 is a temporary exchange visa and does not directly lead to a green card or long-term work visa. If the 2-year home residency requirement applies to your placement, you must fulfill it or obtain a waiver before changing to most immigrant or dual-intent nonimmigrant statuses. Planning your post-J-1 path early, including whether H-1B visa sponsorship from the host employer is realistic, is essential.
What does the training plan requirement mean for a Communications Manager placement?
The host employer must document specific learning objectives, supervision structure, and skill-development milestones for your placement. For a Communications Manager role, this typically means outlining exposure to U.S. media strategy, internal communications systems, or campaign management practices that differ from your home-country experience. The designated sponsor reviews and approves this plan before issuing the DS-2019, so generic job descriptions are not sufficient.