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Customer Marketing Lead roles in the U.S. are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Specialist program category, depending on your experience level. Finding a host employer willing to coordinate with a designated sponsor organization for DS-2019 sponsorship is the defining challenge for candidates at this level.
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Get Access To All JobsApplicant must be a current Carroll College student enrolled in at least 6 credits to be eligible to apply.
Position Type: Paid Internship | Academic Credit Available
Hours: 5–10 hours per week; additional hours required during event weeks
Term: August 2026 – April 2027
Reports To: Director of Athletics
About the Saints Athletic Association
The Saints Athletic Association (SAA) is the booster organization supporting Carroll College Athletics, specifically in the area of student-athlete scholarships. The SAA connects alumni, donors, and community members to Carroll’s student-athlete experience through fundraising, events, and engagement initiatives that advance Saints Athletics' mission.
Position Overview
The SAA Operations & Marketing Intern will provide direct support to the day-to-day functions of the Saints Athletic Association. This position offers hands-on experience in nonprofit/booster organization operations, event management, donor communications, and sports marketing, making it an excellent opportunity for students pursuing careers in athletic administration, sports marketing, or nonprofit management.
Responsibilities
Event Support
- Assist with planning and execution of signature SAA events, including the Rick Blessinger Memorial Golf Tournament, the Shindig, and the Annual Saints Athletic Association Auction
- Support event logistics, volunteer coordination, and day-of operations
- Learn and utilize event-specific software platforms to support registration, auction management, bidding, and other operational functions as required by individual SAA events
- Assist with post-event follow-up, including donor acknowledgment and recap materials
Membership & Communications
- Oversee SAA membership registration processes and maintain accurate membership records
- Serve as a point of contact for member inquiries and correspondence
- Assist in drafting and distributing member communications, newsletters, and updates
Marketing & Digital Content
- Create and manage content for SAA social media platforms
- Design graphics and promotional materials for events and membership campaigns
- Assist with updates and content management for the SAA website
Qualifications
Required
- Currently enrolled at Carroll College with at least sophomore standing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Availability during evening and weekend events as scheduled
Preferred
- Experience with graphic design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar)
- Interest in athletic administration, sports marketing, or nonprofit operations
- Prior involvement with Carroll Athletics or campus organizations
Compensation & Academic Credit
This is a paid internship position. Students seeking academic credit will be required to complete an internship proposal 30-day prior to the start of the internship. The form is available at https://www.carroll.edu/sites/default/files/2025-07/Academic%20Internship%20Registration%20Process%202025-2026.pdf
How to Apply
Submit a resume and brief cover letter to Charlie Gross, Director of Athletics, Carroll College (cgross@carroll.edue). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Applicant must be a current Carroll College student enrolled in at least 6 credits to be eligible to apply.
Position Type: Paid Internship | Academic Credit Available
Hours: 5–10 hours per week; additional hours required during event weeks
Term: August 2026 – April 2027
Reports To: Director of Athletics
About the Saints Athletic Association
The Saints Athletic Association (SAA) is the booster organization supporting Carroll College Athletics, specifically in the area of student-athlete scholarships. The SAA connects alumni, donors, and community members to Carroll’s student-athlete experience through fundraising, events, and engagement initiatives that advance Saints Athletics' mission.
Position Overview
The SAA Operations & Marketing Intern will provide direct support to the day-to-day functions of the Saints Athletic Association. This position offers hands-on experience in nonprofit/booster organization operations, event management, donor communications, and sports marketing, making it an excellent opportunity for students pursuing careers in athletic administration, sports marketing, or nonprofit management.
Responsibilities
Event Support
- Assist with planning and execution of signature SAA events, including the Rick Blessinger Memorial Golf Tournament, the Shindig, and the Annual Saints Athletic Association Auction
- Support event logistics, volunteer coordination, and day-of operations
- Learn and utilize event-specific software platforms to support registration, auction management, bidding, and other operational functions as required by individual SAA events
- Assist with post-event follow-up, including donor acknowledgment and recap materials
Membership & Communications
- Oversee SAA membership registration processes and maintain accurate membership records
- Serve as a point of contact for member inquiries and correspondence
- Assist in drafting and distributing member communications, newsletters, and updates
Marketing & Digital Content
- Create and manage content for SAA social media platforms
- Design graphics and promotional materials for events and membership campaigns
- Assist with updates and content management for the SAA website
Qualifications
Required
- Currently enrolled at Carroll College with at least sophomore standing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Availability during evening and weekend events as scheduled
Preferred
- Experience with graphic design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar)
- Interest in athletic administration, sports marketing, or nonprofit operations
- Prior involvement with Carroll Athletics or campus organizations
Compensation & Academic Credit
This is a paid internship position. Students seeking academic credit will be required to complete an internship proposal 30-day prior to the start of the internship. The form is available at https://www.carroll.edu/sites/default/files/2025-07/Academic%20Internship%20Registration%20Process%202025-2026.pdf
How to Apply
Submit a resume and brief cover letter to Charlie Gross, Director of Athletics, Carroll College (cgross@carroll.edue). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Customer Marketing Lead
Align your portfolio to Trainee program requirements
The J-1 Trainee category requires that your training objective be tied to skills not available in your home country. Document specific customer marketing competencies you plan to develop in the U.S. so your designated sponsor can build a compliant training plan.
Target host employers with established exchange visitor workflows
Companies that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors before already understand the DS-2019 process and the host employer agreement. Prioritize marketing teams at mid-to-large firms with dedicated HR or immigration support over early-stage startups with no prior J-1 history.
Search verified roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Customer Marketing Lead positions at U.S. employers already open to exchange visitor arrangements. Filtering by role type helps you reach hiring managers who won't need a cold introduction to the J-1 host employer model.
Clarify the two-year home residency rule early
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home-country physical presence requirement before changing to certain other visa categories. Confirm whether your specific country and program category trigger this requirement before accepting a host employer offer.
Get your training plan approved before signing an offer
The designated sponsor, not your host employer, approves and signs the DS-2019 and the formal training plan. Negotiate your start date with enough lead time for the sponsor review cycle, which typically runs several weeks after the host employer agreement is executed.
Validate your wage against OFLC Wage Search benchmarks
Your host employer must pay you a wage consistent with similarly situated U.S. workers in the same occupation and location. Cross-check the offered compensation against OFLC Wage Search data for marketing management roles before your training plan is submitted to the designated sponsor.
Customer Marketing Lead J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Customer Marketing Lead role?
It depends on where you are in your career. Current students or recent graduates pursuing hands-on marketing experience typically fall under the J-1 Intern category. Professionals who have already completed a degree and have at least one year of related work experience outside the U.S. are generally placed in the J-1 Trainee category, which is the more common fit for a Customer Marketing Lead position.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa if a company hires me as a Customer Marketing Lead?
The hiring company is your host employer, not your visa sponsor. Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or CIEE, that issues your DS-2019 form, reviews your training plan, and monitors your program compliance throughout your exchange. The host employer and the designated sponsor are separate entities with distinct legal responsibilities.
How do I find Customer Marketing Lead roles where the host employer already understands J-1 requirements?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter for Customer Marketing Lead positions at U.S. employers who are familiar with exchange visitor arrangements, which saves significant time compared to approaching companies that have never hosted a J-1 participant. Reaching employers with existing J-1 host agreements dramatically shortens the onboarding process with the designated sponsor.
What does the J-1 training plan require for a marketing role at this level?
The training plan must detail specific skills and objectives that cannot be obtained in your home country, structured in phases with measurable outcomes. For a Customer Marketing Lead, this typically means documenting U.S.-specific competencies such as lifecycle marketing tools, customer segmentation methodologies, or multi-channel campaign management practices used in American enterprise environments. The designated sponsor reviews and must approve this plan before issuing your DS-2019.
Can I transition from J-1 status to a long-term work visa after my Customer Marketing Lead placement ends?
Possibly, but the two-year home-country physical presence requirement can block a direct transition to H-1B visa or other employer-sponsored categories for some J-1 holders. Whether this requirement applies to you depends on your country of nationality, the funding source of your exchange program, and your specific J-1 category. Confirm your waiver eligibility with USCIS and your designated sponsor before planning any post-program status change.