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Content Manager roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors under the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to work with a designated sponsor organization for DS-2019 sponsorship is the critical 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 Manager
Build a portfolio that shows U.S. market relevance
Host employers evaluating J-1 Trainees want evidence you can manage content for American audiences. Include work samples that demonstrate SEO writing, editorial calendars, and content strategy for English-language platforms, not just translated or localized pieces.
Confirm your training plan aligns with your background
Your J-1 Trainee or Intern program requires a formal training plan tied to your degree field or prior work history. Content management roles should map to communications, journalism, marketing, or a related discipline to satisfy the designated sponsor's eligibility review.
Target host employers experienced with exchange visitor compliance
Not every marketing team knows how to act as a J-1 host. Search for companies that have previously hosted J-1 participants, as they already understand the DS-2019 process, required supervisor obligations, and the 30-day grace period after program completion.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned Content Manager roles
Searching broadly for content roles won't surface which employers are open to J-1 hosting arrangements. Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. companies actively seeking exchange visitors for content and editorial positions, saving time filtering by visa-compatibility.
Verify the two-year home residency requirement applies to you
Some J-1 participants, depending on their home country funding source or skills list designation, must return home for two years before changing to H-1B visa or green card status. Confirm your specific situation with your designated sponsor before accepting a host employer's offer.
Get the DS-2019 issued before signing any start-date commitment
Your host employer may want a firm start date, but your J-1 status isn't valid until the designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 and you receive your visa stamp. Build at least four to six weeks of processing buffer into any offer negotiation.
Content Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Content Manager role?
It depends on where you are in your career. If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past 12 months and have relevant training or work experience in communications, marketing, or a related field, the Trainee category is the standard fit for Content Manager positions.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa if the employer isn't the sponsor?
A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or IIE, issues your DS-2019 form and holds legal responsibility for your exchange visitor status. Your host employer provides the job and the training environment but does not issue the visa or sign the DS-2019. You need both parties aligned before your visa interview.
How do I find Content Manager host employers open to J-1 arrangements?
Most generic job boards don't filter by visa-hosting willingness, which means you can spend weeks applying to roles where the employer has no idea how a J-1 host arrangement works. Migrate Mate is designed specifically to surface U.S. employers and roles that align with exchange visitor sponsorship, so your search is focused from the start.
Can a Content Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for J-1 purposes?
The J-1 Trainee category doesn't use the H-1B specialty occupation standard. Instead, your training plan must demonstrate a direct connection between the proposed content management work and your academic field or prior professional training. Roles focused on content strategy, brand communications, or editorial management typically satisfy this requirement when your background is in journalism, marketing, or communications.
What happens to my J-1 status if my content role ends early or the employer closes the position?
You have a 30-day grace period after your J-1 program end date or early termination to depart the United States. You cannot transfer your status to a new host employer mid-program without your designated sponsor's approval and an updated DS-2019 reflecting the change. Notify your sponsor immediately if your host employer situation changes to avoid a status violation.