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Event Marketing Specialist roles in the United States are available to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, typically under the Trainee or Specialist program category. You'll work with a State Department-designated sponsor organization that issues your DS-2019 while your U.S. employer serves as the host site.
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Req Id: 42279
About AFP NWI
The Association of Fundraising Professionals Northwest Indiana Chapter (AFP NWI) is a professional community dedicated to advancing ethical and effective fundraising across the region. Our members include development professionals, nonprofit leaders, and philanthropists committed to growing a culture of giving in Northwest Indiana.
Position Overview
AFP NWI is seeking an enthusiastic Marketing & Communications Intern to support the chapter's Communications Committee. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience in nonprofit marketing, event promotion, digital communications, and fundraising. The intern will work alongside seasoned fundraising professionals, contribute to chapter-wide initiatives, and build a portfolio of work in a collaborative environment.
You don't need to have done all of this before — we'll teach you. What we're looking for is someone eager to learn, communicate clearly, and make an impact.
Your responsibilities will include a mix of creative, organizational, and communications work:
Content & Social Media:
- Draft and schedule social media posts promoting chapter events, workshops, and member news
- Contribute to the monthly e-newsletter using Constant Contact
- Help build and maintain an archive of chapter event photos and session highlights
- Assist with writing press releases, member messaging, and event talking points
Event & Campaign Support:
- Support marketing and promotion for chapter events, including National Philanthropy Day
- Assist the Communications Committee with the Be the Cause fundraising campaign — a chapter initiative engaging board members in giving
- Help coordinate event logistics and communications in partnership with the Education Committee
- Contribute to Eventbrite event listings and promotional outreach
Website & Contact Management:
- Help ensure the AFP NWI website is current and up to date
- Assist with maintaining a contact list of nonprofit professionals in the region
- Liaise with other committees to surface content and updates for the website
Planning & Strategy Support:
- Support the development of an annual marketing timeline and marketing plan for chapter events
- Participate in committee meetings and contribute ideas for growing chapter engagement
- Assist with sponsorship communications and benefit fulfillment for chapter sponsors
What You'll Learn
By the end of this internship, you will have gained experience and mentorship in:
- Nonprofit marketing strategy and communications planning
- Digital tools including Constant Contact, Eventbrite, and social media platforms
- Fundraising campaign development and donor engagement techniques
- Professional association operations and board governance
- Event promotion and volunteer coordination
- Building and managing professional relationships in the nonprofit sector
Education
- PNW Work-Study Eligible Student
What We're Looking For
Required
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program (any field — marketing, communications, nonprofit management, business, public affairs, and related majors are a great fit)
- Strong written communication skills
- Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
- Willingness to attend some evening or weekend chapter events
Nice to Have (Not Required)
- Experience with social media management, email platforms, or website editing
- Interest in philanthropy, nonprofit work, or community engagement
- Familiarity with Canva, Constant Contact, or Eventbrite
- Previous internship, volunteer, or work experience in a nonprofit or professional association setting
Why Apply?
- Mentorship from Certified Fund Raising Executives (CFREs) and experienced nonprofit professionals
- Build a real portfolio of marketing and communications work
- Network with fundraising professionals across Northwest Indiana
- Meaningful, mission-driven work that supports the philanthropic community
- Flexible scheduling designed to work around your academic calendar
- Eligible for academic credit (confirm with your institution)
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Posting Start Date: 5/19/26
Job Title: Student - Marketing & Communications Intern
Req Id: 42279
About AFP NWI
The Association of Fundraising Professionals Northwest Indiana Chapter (AFP NWI) is a professional community dedicated to advancing ethical and effective fundraising across the region. Our members include development professionals, nonprofit leaders, and philanthropists committed to growing a culture of giving in Northwest Indiana.
Position Overview
AFP NWI is seeking an enthusiastic Marketing & Communications Intern to support the chapter's Communications Committee. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience in nonprofit marketing, event promotion, digital communications, and fundraising. The intern will work alongside seasoned fundraising professionals, contribute to chapter-wide initiatives, and build a portfolio of work in a collaborative environment.
You don't need to have done all of this before — we'll teach you. What we're looking for is someone eager to learn, communicate clearly, and make an impact.
Your responsibilities will include a mix of creative, organizational, and communications work:
Content & Social Media:
- Draft and schedule social media posts promoting chapter events, workshops, and member news
- Contribute to the monthly e-newsletter using Constant Contact
- Help build and maintain an archive of chapter event photos and session highlights
- Assist with writing press releases, member messaging, and event talking points
Event & Campaign Support:
- Support marketing and promotion for chapter events, including National Philanthropy Day
- Assist the Communications Committee with the Be the Cause fundraising campaign — a chapter initiative engaging board members in giving
- Help coordinate event logistics and communications in partnership with the Education Committee
- Contribute to Eventbrite event listings and promotional outreach
Website & Contact Management:
- Help ensure the AFP NWI website is current and up to date
- Assist with maintaining a contact list of nonprofit professionals in the region
- Liaise with other committees to surface content and updates for the website
Planning & Strategy Support:
- Support the development of an annual marketing timeline and marketing plan for chapter events
- Participate in committee meetings and contribute ideas for growing chapter engagement
- Assist with sponsorship communications and benefit fulfillment for chapter sponsors
What You'll Learn
By the end of this internship, you will have gained experience and mentorship in:
- Nonprofit marketing strategy and communications planning
- Digital tools including Constant Contact, Eventbrite, and social media platforms
- Fundraising campaign development and donor engagement techniques
- Professional association operations and board governance
- Event promotion and volunteer coordination
- Building and managing professional relationships in the nonprofit sector
Education
- PNW Work-Study Eligible Student
What We're Looking For
Required
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program (any field — marketing, communications, nonprofit management, business, public affairs, and related majors are a great fit)
- Strong written communication skills
- Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
- Willingness to attend some evening or weekend chapter events
Nice to Have (Not Required)
- Experience with social media management, email platforms, or website editing
- Interest in philanthropy, nonprofit work, or community engagement
- Familiarity with Canva, Constant Contact, or Eventbrite
- Previous internship, volunteer, or work experience in a nonprofit or professional association setting
Why Apply?
- Mentorship from Certified Fund Raising Executives (CFREs) and experienced nonprofit professionals
- Build a real portfolio of marketing and communications work
- Network with fundraising professionals across Northwest Indiana
- Meaningful, mission-driven work that supports the philanthropic community
- Flexible scheduling designed to work around your academic calendar
- Eligible for academic credit (confirm with your institution)
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Posting Start Date: 5/19/26
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Event Marketing Specialist
Document your event marketing credentials thoroughly
Assemble a portfolio showing campaign metrics, event attendance figures, vendor coordination, and budget management. The Trainee or Specialist category requires evidence of prior professional experience, and vague credentials are a common reason designated sponsors decline applications.
Confirm your program category before applying
Current students and recent graduates typically qualify under the Intern category, while working professionals with a degree and relevant experience qualify under Trainee. Applying under the wrong category delays your DS-2019 issuance and can disqualify an otherwise strong application.
Search for roles on Migrate Mate to find host employers
Not every company advertising event marketing roles has experience hosting J-1 visa exchange visitors. Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers whose hiring patterns align with international candidates, so you're targeting hosts who already understand the program structure.
Check whether the role triggers a two-year residency requirement
Event marketing positions funded directly or indirectly by a government body, or filled by nationals from certain countries, can carry the two-year home residency requirement. Verify your eligibility for a 212(e) waiver before accepting an offer, since this affects future visa pathways.
Get the host employer to complete a training plan early
Designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas or CIEE require a detailed training plan before issuing a DS-2019. Prompt your prospective host to complete this document as soon as you receive a verbal offer, since delays here push back your program start date and can conflict with employer onboarding timelines.
Align your program end date with the event calendar
Many event marketing roles are structured around seasonal campaigns or conference cycles. Negotiate a program duration that covers at least one full event cycle so your training plan has concrete, measurable objectives, which strengthens both your DS-2019 application and your professional development record.
Event Marketing Specialist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Event Marketing Specialist role?
Most Event Marketing Specialists qualify under the Trainee category if they hold a degree and have at least one year of relevant professional experience outside the United States. Current students or those who graduated within the past 12 months may qualify under the Intern category instead. The Specialist category applies in narrower cases where the applicant has internationally recognized expertise in a specific niche of event marketing.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for an event marketing position?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, CIEE, and AIPT issue the DS-2019 form that makes your visa possible and monitor your program compliance throughout your stay. Your hiring company is the host organization. They provide the work setting and co-create the training plan, but they do not hold the legal role of visa sponsor.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host J-1 event marketing professionals?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Event Marketing Specialist roles with employers that are open to international candidates on J-1 status. Many companies in experiential marketing, trade show production, and corporate events regularly work with designated sponsors to host exchange visitors, but they don't always label positions that way in standard job postings, so targeted searching matters.
What does the training plan need to cover for an event marketing J-1 application?
The training plan, Form DS-7002, must outline specific learning objectives tied to event marketing practice, not just job duties. Sections should address skills like vendor negotiation, campaign analytics, on-site logistics, and audience engagement strategy. Designated sponsors will reject plans that read as standard employment agreements rather than structured professional development programs with measurable outcomes and supervisor oversight.
Can I stay in the United States and change employers after my J-1 program ends?
J-1 exchange visitors in the Trainee or Intern category receive a 30-day grace period after the program end date, during which you must depart or change to another status. Extending with a new host requires a new DS-2019 from a designated sponsor and a fresh training plan. If your program triggered the two-year home residency requirement under Section 212(e), you must fulfill or waive that requirement before switching to most other visa categories.