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Growth Associate roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsors issue the DS-2019 form that makes J-1 sponsorship possible. Host employers in marketing, SaaS, and venture-backed startups actively use these categories to bring on international talent.
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INTRODUCTION
Embry-Riddle Athletics is seeking applicants for the 2026-2027 Marketing and Development internship. We are looking for an intern with a versatile skillset who is willing to learn and brings a positive attitude to the workplace to help build upon the team-oriented culture we have established. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is an NCAA Division II institution and competes in the Sunshine State Conference.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Assist in the development and implementation of season-long marketing campaigns, game-day promotional activities, game day scriptwriting, organizing presentations and groups, game day contests and entertainment, and managing in-game elements.
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Design and create digital and print marketing collateral, including graphics for social media, websites, posters, co-branded giveaways, flyers, and various types of digital signage, etc.
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Develop and maintain on-campus relationships including faculty/staff, student clubs & organizations, departments, colleges, etc.
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Develop and maintain community relationships including corporate partners, youth and educational organizations, volunteer networks, and other affinity groups.
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Support the department in corporate partnership initiatives by assisting with prospecting and soliciting new sponsors, developing strong professional relationships with partners, creating proposals for potential prospects, and activating contracted assets throughout the season.
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Proactive in researching and coordinating activities and events on campus and in the Daytona Beach Community to increase brand awareness of the athletics program.
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Support the Eagle Landing Student Club coordination, focusing on student engagement, activations and programming, and ensuring a memorable fan experience.
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Support the Michelob Ultra Courtside Club coordination, focusing on group sales, scheduling, and ensuring a memorable fan experience.
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Develop fan relations - You will be responsible for interacting with fans and enhancing the game-day fan experience through game day and grassroots marketing efforts.
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Support ticket sales game day responsibilities, including sales kiosk setup, game day sales, and/or group fan experiences.
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Support administrative responsibilities, including tracking attendance, maintaining fan contact lists, and the ordering and purchasing of marketing materials.
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Manage and coordinate various appearances for the university’s mascot, Ernie the Eagle.
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Assist in managing the student spirit club, Elevation Nation.
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Assist in special events.
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Supports the entire External team with any additional duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor's degree required.
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“Fans First” mindset.
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Excellent organization, time management, and communication skills.
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Strong willingness to learn and work in a team environment.
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Knowledge of the functions of a collegiate athletics department.
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Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed aligning with game schedules and special events.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Previous intercollegiate athletics or professional sports experience, with an interest in sports marketing and/or collegiate athletic administration as a career path.
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Previous experience with fan engagement and game-day operations.
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Knowledge and experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) and/or Canva.
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Knowledge of social media platforms (Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok).
COMPENSATION
- Interns receive a total compensation of $25,200 for the duration of the internship. In addition, this internship includes an optional university meal plan (taxable).
DURATION
10 Months, July to May
APPLICATION PROCESS/REQUIREMENTS
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311403. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
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Cover letter
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Full Resume
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Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)
Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.
Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.
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Align your training plan to growth functions
Your DS-2019 training plan must map your activities to specific competencies like demand generation, funnel analysis, or product-led growth. Vague plans get flagged by designated sponsors, so document how each rotation builds a distinct, measurable skill.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility early
The J-1 Intern category requires current enrollment in a degree program. If you graduated within the past 12 months, you qualify as a Trainee instead. Applying under the wrong category delays your DS-2019 issuance and can unwind a finalized offer.
Target host employers with cross-functional growth teams
Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. companies that structure growth roles across acquisition, retention, and analytics. These employers are more likely to support a J-1 training plan that satisfies the structured learning requirement designated sponsors enforce.
Verify the host employer's willingness before advancing
Ask any prospective host employer to confirm they will sign the training plan and coordinate with your designated sponsor before you reach the offer stage. Many smaller startups assume J-1 works like H-1B visa and withdraw when they learn about their host obligations.
Check whether the two-year home residency rule applies
J-1 Trainees funded by a foreign government or in fields on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may be subject to the two-year home-country residency requirement. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this affects future H-1B or green card eligibility.
Time your DS-2019 request around your start date
Designated sponsors typically need two to four weeks to process a DS-2019 after receiving a complete training plan and host employer documents. Build that window into your offer negotiation so your program start date stays valid and your consular appointment can be scheduled without gaps.
Growth Associate J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Growth Associate role?
Most Growth Associate placements fall under the J-1 Trainee category if you have a relevant degree and at least one year of post-graduation experience, or the J-1 Intern category if you are currently enrolled in a university program. The category determines your maximum program length: 18 months for Trainees in business and marketing fields, 12 months for Interns.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this kind of role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form and remain responsible for program compliance. Your employer is the host organization. They sign the training plan and provide the placement, but they do not hold sponsor status or control the visa.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 Growth Associate?
Search Migrate Mate for Growth Associate and related marketing or analytics roles at companies that indicate openness to exchange visitors. Prioritize employers with structured onboarding and cross-functional teams, since these organizations are better positioned to fulfill the training plan requirements that designated sponsors require before issuing a DS-2019.
What does the training plan need to include for a growth-focused role?
Your designated sponsor requires a training plan that identifies specific competencies you will develop, how each phase builds on the last, and how the host employer will supervise and evaluate your progress. For Growth Associates, this typically means documenting rotations across areas like customer acquisition strategy, analytics tooling, and campaign performance measurement, tied to weekly or monthly milestones.
Can I transition from J-1 to H-1B after a Growth Associate placement?
Yes, but the two-year home-country residency requirement can block that path if it applies to you. If your J-1 is not subject to that requirement, your employer can petition for H-1B sponsorship after your program ends. Confirm your two-year requirement status with your designated sponsor before accepting a placement, since a waiver process can take six to twelve months if required.