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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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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.
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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.
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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 Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications Internship and Career Placement Office is seeking a PAID content editor/events assistant for our first communications-specific internship/career fair, COMM Careers in the Capital, November 11, 2026, with the possibility of extension into the spring semester, covering our largest two internship/career fairs: JobExpo.COMM, Jan. 29, 2027, and Success in the City, Feb. 10, 2027. We are seeking the right content editor/event planning assistant that can take our three internship/career fairs to the next level! Think you have what it takes?
The position requires strong computer skills; InDesign skills are necessary. The right candidate must have exceptional editing skills along with strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills. This position also requires someone who knows how to multi-task and work under tight deadlines. If you are personable, full of energy, and think this sounds like fun, then you should apply.
Flexibility in your schedule is a MUST with an approximate start date of October 1, 2026, and ending February 26, 2027. Only serious students willing to put in at least 5 – 8 hours per week should apply. The time commitment increases prior to the kick-off of each event (up to 30 hours/week prior to and the week of each event). Priority will be given to candidates who anticipate a very light spring academic schedule and/or December 2026 graduates.
Events Assistant responsibilities:
- Edit final event program for each event
- Communicate directly with registered recruiters for each event to make sure their needs are satisfied and they are informed about the event
- Assist in the coordination and execution of each of the events
- Attend all internship/career fairs: COMM Careers in the Capital, Wed. Nov. 11, 2026, JobExpo.COMM, Fri., Jan. 29, 2027, and Success in the City, Wed. Feb. 10, 2027
Compensation:
The starting rate for this job is $12.00/hourly.
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 Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications Internship and Career Placement Office is seeking a PAID content editor/events assistant for our first communications-specific internship/career fair, COMM Careers in the Capital, November 11, 2026, with the possibility of extension into the spring semester, covering our largest two internship/career fairs: JobExpo.COMM, Jan. 29, 2027, and Success in the City, Feb. 10, 2027. We are seeking the right content editor/event planning assistant that can take our three internship/career fairs to the next level! Think you have what it takes?
The position requires strong computer skills; InDesign skills are necessary. The right candidate must have exceptional editing skills along with strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills. This position also requires someone who knows how to multi-task and work under tight deadlines. If you are personable, full of energy, and think this sounds like fun, then you should apply.
Flexibility in your schedule is a MUST with an approximate start date of October 1, 2026, and ending February 26, 2027. Only serious students willing to put in at least 5 – 8 hours per week should apply. The time commitment increases prior to the kick-off of each event (up to 30 hours/week prior to and the week of each event). Priority will be given to candidates who anticipate a very light spring academic schedule and/or December 2026 graduates.
Events Assistant responsibilities:
- Edit final event program for each event
- Communicate directly with registered recruiters for each event to make sure their needs are satisfied and they are informed about the event
- Assist in the coordination and execution of each of the events
- Attend all internship/career fairs: COMM Careers in the Capital, Wed. Nov. 11, 2026, JobExpo.COMM, Fri., Jan. 29, 2027, and Success in the City, Wed. Feb. 10, 2027
Compensation:
The starting rate for this job is $12.00/hourly.
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 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.