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Game Designer roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsor organizations issue the DS-2019 and oversee compliance, while your host employer drives the creative work. Finding the right host starts with targeted sponsorship search.
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The Department of Athletics at Wofford College, a member of the Southern Conference, is seeking applications for an Athletics Marketing & Game Operations Intern. Wofford College sponsors 20 NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletic programs.
This is a 10-month internship beginning in July 2026 and concluding in May 2027. The position will be responsible for the following duties:
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the preparation and execution of gameday operations for various intercollegiate athletic events.
- Support the setup and breakdown of Wofford Athletics events, including equipment, facilities, and promotional materials.
- Develop and implement initiatives to enhance fan engagement and overall game presentation.
- Create and execute scripts and timing sheets for all home events, including the coordination of promotional activities.
- Assist with the creation of graphics and creative content to promote athletic programs.
- Represent Wofford Athletics at community events to increase brand awareness.
- Support community outreach and engagement efforts within the Spartanburg community.
- Assist with administrative tasks and other duties as assigned by athletic department staff.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant AD for Marketing and Video.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Interest or experience in athletics marketing, event management, or game operations.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Experience with graphic design or creative content development is a plus (Adobe Creative Suite preferred).
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
ABOUT WOFFORD COLLEGE
Wofford College, established in 1854, is a private liberal arts residential college located a few blocks north of downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina. Wofford offers 27 major fields of study to a student body of nearly 1,800 undergraduates and is nationally known for the strength of its academic program, outstanding faculty, and study abroad participation. Wofford is home to one of the nation’s 290 Phi Beta Kappa chapters. The college community supports 19 NCAA Division I athletics teams and numerous student organizations, including honor societies, professional organizations, faith-based organizations, Greek life, and club sports.
LOCATION
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Spartanburg is located in upstate South Carolina, 30 miles east of Greenville, South Carolina, an hour from Charlotte, North Carolina, and three hours east of Atlanta, Georgia. Historic Charleston and the South Carolina coast are three hours away, and Wofford sits an hour south of the artistic, culinary hub of Asheville, North Carolina. Spartanburg is a growing, diverse community that supports six college and university campuses along with numerous civic arts and cultural associations. It became the first city in South Carolina to join the Government Alliance on Race and Equity and, in 2012, became one of five cities nationally to participate in the 10-year Wellville program, a national nonprofit initiative dedicated to improving equitable well-being in U.S. cities. Spartanburg and Wofford partner on multiple community equity initiatives, including the Northside Initiative, which has brought together a diverse group of citizens to revitalize a neighborhood in ways that don’t reproduce the harm of earlier urban renewal programs.
EEO STATEMENT
Wofford College values diversity within our students, faculty and staff and strives to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people. Wofford College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For information about Wofford’s Title IX compliance, visit wofford.edu/administration/title-ix. It is the policy of Wofford College to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities for employment. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact HumanResources@Wofford.edu.
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Athletics at Wofford College, a member of the Southern Conference, is seeking applications for an Athletics Marketing & Game Operations Intern. Wofford College sponsors 20 NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletic programs.
This is a 10-month internship beginning in July 2026 and concluding in May 2027. The position will be responsible for the following duties:
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the preparation and execution of gameday operations for various intercollegiate athletic events.
- Support the setup and breakdown of Wofford Athletics events, including equipment, facilities, and promotional materials.
- Develop and implement initiatives to enhance fan engagement and overall game presentation.
- Create and execute scripts and timing sheets for all home events, including the coordination of promotional activities.
- Assist with the creation of graphics and creative content to promote athletic programs.
- Represent Wofford Athletics at community events to increase brand awareness.
- Support community outreach and engagement efforts within the Spartanburg community.
- Assist with administrative tasks and other duties as assigned by athletic department staff.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant AD for Marketing and Video.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Interest or experience in athletics marketing, event management, or game operations.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Experience with graphic design or creative content development is a plus (Adobe Creative Suite preferred).
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
ABOUT WOFFORD COLLEGE
Wofford College, established in 1854, is a private liberal arts residential college located a few blocks north of downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina. Wofford offers 27 major fields of study to a student body of nearly 1,800 undergraduates and is nationally known for the strength of its academic program, outstanding faculty, and study abroad participation. Wofford is home to one of the nation’s 290 Phi Beta Kappa chapters. The college community supports 19 NCAA Division I athletics teams and numerous student organizations, including honor societies, professional organizations, faith-based organizations, Greek life, and club sports.
LOCATION
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Spartanburg is located in upstate South Carolina, 30 miles east of Greenville, South Carolina, an hour from Charlotte, North Carolina, and three hours east of Atlanta, Georgia. Historic Charleston and the South Carolina coast are three hours away, and Wofford sits an hour south of the artistic, culinary hub of Asheville, North Carolina. Spartanburg is a growing, diverse community that supports six college and university campuses along with numerous civic arts and cultural associations. It became the first city in South Carolina to join the Government Alliance on Race and Equity and, in 2012, became one of five cities nationally to participate in the 10-year Wellville program, a national nonprofit initiative dedicated to improving equitable well-being in U.S. cities. Spartanburg and Wofford partner on multiple community equity initiatives, including the Northside Initiative, which has brought together a diverse group of citizens to revitalize a neighborhood in ways that don’t reproduce the harm of earlier urban renewal programs.
EEO STATEMENT
Wofford College values diversity within our students, faculty and staff and strives to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people. Wofford College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For information about Wofford’s Title IX compliance, visit wofford.edu/administration/title-ix. It is the policy of Wofford College to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities for employment. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact HumanResources@Wofford.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Game Designer
Document your game design portfolio rigorously
Your DS-2019 training plan requires evidence of structured skill development, not just employment. Compile shipped titles, design documents, prototypes, and GDD samples that demonstrate progression across disciplines like systems design, level design, or UX.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee program eligibility
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the J-1 Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past 12 months or have relevant professional experience, the Trainee category fits. Applying under the wrong category triggers DS-2019 rejection.
Target studios with established exchange visitor history
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. game studios and interactive media companies whose roles align with J-1 sponsorship pathways. Prioritize hosts that have structured onboarding, since designated sponsors require a formal training plan from the host.
Verify your role meets specialty occupation standards
Check the O*NET profile for Game Designer to confirm your specific duties align with the occupation's defined tasks. Designated sponsors use this during DS-2019 review to validate that the training objectives match a legitimate game design function.
Clarify the 2-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement after their program ends, based on government funding or skills-list status. Resolve this before accepting an offer, as it affects your ability to change status or apply for H-1B later.
Coordinate training plan details with your host before sponsor submission
The designated sponsor, not your host employer, issues the DS-2019, but the sponsor submits the training plan your host provides. Align on specific design milestones, software tools, and mentorship structure with your host before the sponsor reviews the application.
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Find Game Designer JobsGame Designer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Game Designer role?
It depends on your career stage. Current university students pursuing game design or related fields typically qualify under the J-1 Intern category. Recent graduates or professionals with documented game design experience up to 12 months post-graduation generally qualify under the Trainee category. Both require a structured training plan and a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization to issue the DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Game Designer position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT. These organizations issue the DS-2019 form, review your training plan, and monitor compliance throughout the program. The game studio or company where you work is the host employer, not the visa sponsor. Understanding this distinction is critical when evaluating job offers.
How do I find U.S. game studios that work with J-1 exchange visitors?
Migrate Mate lets you search for game design roles at U.S. employers whose hiring patterns align with J-1 sponsorship pathways. Focus on studios with structured internship or training programs, since designated sponsors require formal training plans from host employers. A host willing to complete that documentation is a strong indicator of J-1 compatibility.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement apply to Game Designers on J-1?
It depends on your funding source and your home country's exchange visitor skills list. If your J-1 program is funded by a U.S. or foreign government, or if your occupation appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List for your country, you're subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before signing an offer.
Can a J-1 Game Designer transition to H-1B or another work visa afterward?
Yes, if you are not subject to the two-year home residency requirement or have obtained a waiver. J-1 Trainees and Interns who complete their program without a 212(e) obligation can apply for a change of status to H-1B or pursue consular processing for another visa category. Confirm your 212(e) status with USCIS and your designated sponsor well before your program end date.
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