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Content Designer roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa under the Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to coordinate with a designated sponsor organization for DS-2019 sponsorship is the key first step.
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Embry-Riddle Athletics is seeking applicants for the 2026-27 Digital Media and Content Creation Internship. We are looking for an intern with a versatile skillset who is willing to learn and brings a positive attitude to the workplace to help build upon the team-oriented culture we have established. Embry Riddle Eagles is an NCAA Division II institution and competes in the Sunshine State Conference.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and create digital collateral, including graphics for social media, websites, and various types of digital signage.
- Capture, edit, and post high-quality video and photo content at athletic events (game day environment, community/campus groups, teams, etc.), practices, and behind-the-scenes stories using professional equipment.
- Assist in creating, implementing, and analyzing performance of the Embry-Riddle Athletics social media calendar.
- Contribute creative ideas and stay current on social media trends to produce engaging and innovative content.
- Collaborate with the external team to develop video concepts, storyboards, and scripts for various projects.
- Maintain and organize video archives, including footage, graphics, and project files, for future use.
- Ensure all content adheres to brand guidelines and reflects the department's values and objectives.
- Contribute to the department’s corporate partnership efforts by assisting in the delivery of sponsorship inventory.
- Assist in the creation and execution of video board content, including in-game features, motion graphics, sponsor activations, and promotional elements to enhance the fan experience.
- Potential to travel with athletic teams to capture content.
- Assist other departments and operational areas with content requests.
- Assists in special events.
- Supports the entire external team with any additional duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Fans First mindset.
- Photography/videography experience.
- Excellent organization, time management, and communication skills.
- Strong willingness to learn and work in a team environment.
- Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and strategy (Instagram, X, TikTok, etc.).
- Knowledge and experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
- Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed aligning with game schedules and department events.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous intercollegiate athletics or professional sports experience, with an interest in sports marketing and/or collegiate athletic administration as a career path.
- Knowledge of the functions of a collegiate athletics department.
- Previous experience with fan engagement and game-day operations.
COMPENSATION
- Interns receive a total compensation of $25,200 for the duration of the internship. In addition, this internship includes an optional university meal plan (taxable).
DURATION
10 Months, July to May
APPLICATION PROCESS/REQUIREMENTS
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311405. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
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Cover letter
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Full Resume
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Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)
Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.
Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.
INTRODUCTION
Embry-Riddle Athletics is seeking applicants for the 2026-27 Digital Media and Content Creation Internship. We are looking for an intern with a versatile skillset who is willing to learn and brings a positive attitude to the workplace to help build upon the team-oriented culture we have established. Embry Riddle Eagles is an NCAA Division II institution and competes in the Sunshine State Conference.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and create digital collateral, including graphics for social media, websites, and various types of digital signage.
- Capture, edit, and post high-quality video and photo content at athletic events (game day environment, community/campus groups, teams, etc.), practices, and behind-the-scenes stories using professional equipment.
- Assist in creating, implementing, and analyzing performance of the Embry-Riddle Athletics social media calendar.
- Contribute creative ideas and stay current on social media trends to produce engaging and innovative content.
- Collaborate with the external team to develop video concepts, storyboards, and scripts for various projects.
- Maintain and organize video archives, including footage, graphics, and project files, for future use.
- Ensure all content adheres to brand guidelines and reflects the department's values and objectives.
- Contribute to the department’s corporate partnership efforts by assisting in the delivery of sponsorship inventory.
- Assist in the creation and execution of video board content, including in-game features, motion graphics, sponsor activations, and promotional elements to enhance the fan experience.
- Potential to travel with athletic teams to capture content.
- Assist other departments and operational areas with content requests.
- Assists in special events.
- Supports the entire external team with any additional duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Fans First mindset.
- Photography/videography experience.
- Excellent organization, time management, and communication skills.
- Strong willingness to learn and work in a team environment.
- Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and strategy (Instagram, X, TikTok, etc.).
- Knowledge and experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
- Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed aligning with game schedules and department events.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous intercollegiate athletics or professional sports experience, with an interest in sports marketing and/or collegiate athletic administration as a career path.
- Knowledge of the functions of a collegiate athletics department.
- Previous experience with fan engagement and game-day operations.
COMPENSATION
- Interns receive a total compensation of $25,200 for the duration of the internship. In addition, this internship includes an optional university meal plan (taxable).
DURATION
10 Months, July to May
APPLICATION PROCESS/REQUIREMENTS
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311405. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
-
Cover letter
-
Full Resume
-
Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)
Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.
Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Content Designer
Align your portfolio with specialty occupation standards
Content Designer roles qualify for J-1 visa sponsorship when tied to a structured training objective. Frame your portfolio around UX writing, design systems, or content strategy to show the host employer your work fits a defined learning plan, not general marketing work.
Confirm your program category before applying
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past year and have prior professional experience, you qualify under Trainee. Applying to the wrong category causes DS-2019 delays that can push back your start date.
Search roles on Migrate Mate by J-1 compatibility
Use Migrate Mate to filter Content Designer openings at U.S. employers that have hosted international workers before. Targeting companies with an established relationship with a designated sponsor organization shortens the DS-2019 coordination timeline significantly.
Prepare a training plan before your host interview
Designated sponsor organizations like CIEE or Cultural Vistas require a completed training plan (DS-7002) before issuing your DS-2019. Draft a week-by-week skills outline covering content design tools, collaboration workflows, and deliverables so your host employer can co-sign it quickly.
Ask host employers about their designated sponsor relationship
During the offer stage, ask which designated sponsor organization the company works with and whether they've hosted a J-1 Trainee before. Hosts without an existing sponsor relationship must establish one, which adds four to eight weeks to the start timeline.
Check whether your role triggers a home residency requirement
J-1 Trainees funded by their home government or working in fields on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may face a two-year home residency requirement before changing to H-1B visa or green card status. Verify your eligibility before accepting an offer.
Content Designer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Content Designer role?
The Trainee category fits most professional Content Designers who have a degree and at least one year of relevant work experience. If you're currently enrolled in a UX, communications, or design program and the role is part of your curriculum, the Intern category applies instead. The host employer and designated sponsor organization determine the correct category based on your credentials and training objectives.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Content Designer?
The visa sponsor is not your employer. It's a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE or Cultural Vistas, that issues your DS-2019 form and monitors your program compliance. Your host employer, the company where you do the work, coordinates with that designated sponsor and co-signs your training plan but is not the legal sponsor of your visa.
How do I find Content Designer roles that align with J-1 sponsorship?
Search for roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces U.S. Content Designer positions at employers familiar with hosting international workers through J-1 programs. Prioritizing companies that have existing relationships with designated sponsor organizations reduces coordination delays and increases the likelihood that your training plan gets approved quickly.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Content Designer trainees?
It depends on your funding source and nationality. If your J-1 program is financed by your home country's government or if your home country lists your occupation on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, the requirement applies. Content Designers from most countries are not subject to it by default, but you should confirm your specific situation with the designated sponsor organization before accepting an offer.
Can a J-1 Content Designer trainee work remotely for a U.S. host employer?
Remote work arrangements for J-1 Trainees are subject to the designated sponsor organization's program rules and the State Department's guidance on training site requirements. Many sponsor organizations require a physical presence at the host employer's U.S. worksite for at least part of the training period. Confirm the remote work policy directly with the designated sponsor before finalizing your training plan.