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Content Specialist roles in the U.S. are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Specialist or Trainee program category, depending on your career stage. Securing sponsorship requires a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019 before you can work with a U.S. host employer.
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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 Specialist
Align your portfolio to specialty occupation standards
Content Specialist roles qualify under J-1 when the work requires specialized knowledge in areas like content strategy, SEO, or multimedia production. Document your degree field and past projects clearly so your host employer can justify the role to a designated sponsor.
Distinguish Trainee from Specialist category early
If you graduated within the last year and have fewer than five years of content experience, the J-1 Trainee category fits your profile. More senior professionals with a specific expertise area apply under Specialist. Applying under the wrong category delays your DS-2019 issuance.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1-aligned content roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. content and media roles by employers familiar with exchange visitor sponsorship. Targeting host organizations that have previously worked with designated sponsors cuts negotiation time significantly at the offer stage.
Request a training plan template before signing offers
Your host employer must submit a structured training plan, Form DS-7002, outlining your learning objectives and supervision schedule. Ask for a draft before you accept any offer so you can confirm the role's scope matches what a designated sponsor will approve.
Check the 2-year home residency requirement upfront
Content Specialist positions funded by your home government or a U.S. government entity may trigger a two-year home residency requirement after your J-1 ends. Verify whether your specific funding source imposes this obligation before committing to a host employer.
Confirm your host employer's E-Verify enrollment
Designated sponsors typically require host employers to be enrolled in E-Verify as a condition of program participation. Confirm enrollment during the interview process, not after an offer arrives, to avoid having a placement fall through at the compliance stage.
Content Specialist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Content Specialist role?
The right category depends on your career stage. Current students or recent graduates pursuing structured learning in content production or strategy typically qualify under J-1 Intern. Professionals with a degree and at least one year of relevant experience apply under J-1 Trainee. Senior practitioners with a recognized specialty, such as content localization or brand journalism, may qualify under J-1 Specialist, which requires five or more years of professional experience in that specific area.
Who actually sponsors a J-1 visa for a Content Specialist position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or IIE issue the DS-2019 form and take legal responsibility for your exchange program. Your host employer provides the job and the training environment but does not hold the sponsoring designation. This distinction matters because any compliance issues go through the designated sponsor, not your employer's HR department.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Content Specialists?
Use Migrate Mate to search for content and communications roles at U.S. employers with a history of working with exchange visitors. Many host employers for content roles are in media, higher education, nonprofits, and marketing agencies, but not all of them advertise J-1 openness in job postings. Filtering by exchange-visitor-compatible roles on Migrate Mate surfaces positions where the employer is already familiar with the host organization requirements.
Can a Content Specialist role on J-1 lead to a green card or H-1B later?
A J-1 visa does not lead directly to a green card or H-1B visa, and some J-1 holders face a two-year home residency requirement that must be fulfilled or waived before changing to most immigrant or dual-intent visa categories. Content Specialist work is generally classified as a specialty occupation, so H-1B is a realistic next step if you return home first or obtain a waiver. Start assessing the two-year requirement as early as the offer stage.
What documents should a Content Specialist prepare before approaching a designated sponsor?
You need a confirmed offer letter or training plan from a U.S. host employer, a current resume showing your degree field and relevant content experience, and any portfolio materials that demonstrate specialized skills such as editorial strategy, multimedia production, or SEO. The designated sponsor reviews all of these before issuing the DS-2019. Gaps between your stated expertise and your actual work samples are a common reason sponsors request additional documentation or decline to issue the form.