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Content Producer roles in the U.S. are available to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Securing sponsorship requires a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019, not the hiring employer directly. Production, editorial, and digital media host organizations across the U.S. participate in these programs.
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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 Producer
Build a portfolio that shows U.S. media formats
Designated sponsors and host employers reviewing Trainee applications want evidence you can produce content for U.S. audiences. Include work samples in formats common to American digital media: short-form video, branded social content, and editorial copy, not just print or broadcast.
Confirm your category before approaching host employers
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past year or have relevant professional experience, the Trainee category is the right fit. Applying under the wrong category causes delays at the DS-2019 stage.
Request a training plan that maps to production milestones
The DS-7002 training plan your host employer co-signs must detail specific content production tasks by phase. Vague plans listing only 'media duties' get flagged by designated sponsors. Tie each phase to deliverables like campaign launches, editorial cycles, or platform publishing schedules.
Search Migrate Mate to find host employers open to J-1 exchange visitors
Many content and media employers don't advertise J-1 program participation in job listings. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. employers and roles that align with J-1 sponsorship, saving you from cold-contacting companies unfamiliar with the program structure.
Verify prevailing wage compliance before accepting an offer
Your host employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for Content Producer or a closely matching occupation before you sign any offer letter, so compensation disputes don't stall your DS-2019 issuance.
Check whether your home country triggers the two-year residency requirement
Some J-1 participants must return home for two years before changing to most other U.S. visa statuses. This requirement applies based on government funding, skills lists, and exchange agreements, not automatically. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before making long-term career plans in the U.S.
Content Producer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Content Producer role?
The Trainee category covers Content Producer positions for professionals who have completed a degree in communications, media, journalism, or a related field within the past year, or who have at least five years of relevant work experience. Current students completing degree programs use the Intern category instead. Both require a designated sponsor to issue the DS-2019 and co-develop a training plan with the host employer.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Content Producer?
A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, issues your DS-2019 form and holds legal responsibility for your exchange program. The media company or production studio where you work is your host employer, not your visa sponsor. You work with both: the host employer defines your role and training plan, and the designated sponsor monitors compliance and maintains your SEVIS record.
Can I work on freelance or contract content projects while on a J-1 Trainee visa?
No. J-1 Trainee authorization is tied specifically to the host employer and training plan approved by your designated sponsor. Taking on freelance clients, side projects, or contract work outside that approved placement violates your program terms and can result in termination of your DS-2019. All content production work must occur within the scope of your approved training program.
How do I find U.S. media and content employers who work with J-1 exchange visitors?
Most content studios, digital agencies, and media companies don't advertise J-1 program participation in standard job listings. Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. employers and open roles that align with J-1 sponsorship, so you can identify host employers already familiar with the exchange visitor process rather than starting from scratch with cold outreach.
What does the DS-7002 training plan need to cover for a Content Producer role?
The DS-7002 must outline specific phases of your content production training, the skills you'll develop in each phase, supervision arrangements, and the schedule. For Content Producer positions, plans typically detail phases covering platform strategy, production workflows, editorial processes, and distribution. Sponsors will reject plans that list only general job duties without connecting tasks to measurable learning objectives tied to your training timeline.