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Internship positions in the United States are available to current students and recent graduates under the J-1 visa Intern program category, which requires sponsorship from a U.S. Department of State-designated organization. Your host employer provides the training opportunity while a designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 and manages program compliance.
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The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is located in Sarasota, Florida, and is a department of Florida State University.
Responsibilities
The Warren and Margot Coville Photography Intern will:
- Work with the Curator of Photography and New Media to research objects in The Ringling's photography collection in order to update or correct catalog records.
- Assist in research and create bibliographies and summary reports on selected artists and/or photographs.
- Locate applicable resources onsite in the Ringling Museum's Art Library or identify potential loans from other institutions.
- Assist the curator with the weekly survey of the paper storage vault on-site to view, assess, and research photographs.
- Assist in the planning and research for upcoming exhibitions.
Qualifications
- Applicant must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at a college.
- Knowledge and skill using Microsoft Office Suite/Microsoft 365.
- Ability to lift boxes or books up to 15lbs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Robust organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat.
- Skill in online and library-based research.
- Ability to take direction and work independently.
- Experience compiling bibliographies in Chicago or MLA style.
- Students majoring or minoring in art, art history, or the humanities, especially with an interest in photography or the history of photography.
Helpful
Learning Outcomes
- Develop art history research skills
- Gain a better understanding of the history of photography
- Understand best practices for safe handling, care, and storage of photographic objects
- Develop skills in curatorship within a professional museum environment
Length of Internship
- The internship will be during the Spring 2027 semester. The start date is flexible beginning January/early February 2027 and ending early May 2027 (maximum of 16 weeks).
Contact Info
For more information or technical assistance, please contact Ringling Human Resources via email or by calling 941-358-2771.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses.
Anticipated Salary Range
$15.45 per hour (8 to 10 hours per week)
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Your application is not considered complete without the following items attached:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcripts
Considerations
- This is an OPS/Part-Time job
- This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
- Work Location: Sarasota, FL
- Please note this will be an in-person internship experience, not remote.
- Employees are required to adhere to the business dress standards.
Working Hours
- 8 to 10 hours per week on weekdays, with a flexible schedule.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Department
The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is located in Sarasota, Florida, and is a department of Florida State University.
Responsibilities
The Warren and Margot Coville Photography Intern will:
- Work with the Curator of Photography and New Media to research objects in The Ringling's photography collection in order to update or correct catalog records.
- Assist in research and create bibliographies and summary reports on selected artists and/or photographs.
- Locate applicable resources onsite in the Ringling Museum's Art Library or identify potential loans from other institutions.
- Assist the curator with the weekly survey of the paper storage vault on-site to view, assess, and research photographs.
- Assist in the planning and research for upcoming exhibitions.
Qualifications
- Applicant must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at a college.
- Knowledge and skill using Microsoft Office Suite/Microsoft 365.
- Ability to lift boxes or books up to 15lbs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Robust organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat.
- Skill in online and library-based research.
- Ability to take direction and work independently.
- Experience compiling bibliographies in Chicago or MLA style.
- Students majoring or minoring in art, art history, or the humanities, especially with an interest in photography or the history of photography.
Helpful
Learning Outcomes
- Develop art history research skills
- Gain a better understanding of the history of photography
- Understand best practices for safe handling, care, and storage of photographic objects
- Develop skills in curatorship within a professional museum environment
Length of Internship
- The internship will be during the Spring 2027 semester. The start date is flexible beginning January/early February 2027 and ending early May 2027 (maximum of 16 weeks).
Contact Info
For more information or technical assistance, please contact Ringling Human Resources via email or by calling 941-358-2771.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses.
Anticipated Salary Range
$15.45 per hour (8 to 10 hours per week)
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Your application is not considered complete without the following items attached:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcripts
Considerations
- This is an OPS/Part-Time job
- This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
- Work Location: Sarasota, FL
- Please note this will be an in-person internship experience, not remote.
- Employees are required to adhere to the business dress standards.
Working Hours
- 8 to 10 hours per week on weekdays, with a flexible schedule.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Confirm your Intern category eligibility first
The J-1 Intern category is reserved for degree-seeking students enrolled in a foreign university or recent graduates within 12 months of graduation. Verify your enrollment or graduation date before applying to host employers, since mismatched status disqualifies your DS-2019 application.
Build a training plan before contacting employers
Every J-1 internship requires a signed Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002). Draft a learning objective outline that maps your field of study to specific skills the internship develops, so host employers can sign off without delay.
Target employers experienced with J-1 host agreements
Not every employer willing to hire an intern understands the J-1 host agreement process. Search Migrate Mate to filter internship roles at organizations that have already navigated J-1 hosting requirements, reducing the risk of an employer backing out mid-process.
Understand the 30-day grace period after your program ends
After your J-1 program end date, you have a 30-day grace period to depart the United States or change status. Plan your last internship week and travel accordingly, and confirm your program end date on your DS-2019 before your start date to avoid a mismatch.
Check whether your category carries the two-year home residency requirement
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home-country return requirement under INA Section 212(e). Government funding, skills-list designation, or exchange-visitor agreements determine this. Your designated sponsor will note it on your DS-2019, and USCIS handles any waiver requests.
Verify that your internship falls within permitted fields
J-1 Intern placements must be in a field directly related to your degree program. DOL and your designated sponsor will review the DS-7002 to confirm alignment. Internships in casual hospitality or unskilled labor roles will not satisfy this occupational-field requirement.
Internship J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to internship positions?
Current students and recent graduates (within 12 months of graduation) use the J-1 Intern category. This is distinct from the J-1 Trainee category, which is for professionals with at least one year of post-degree work experience. Choosing the wrong category invalidates your DS-2019, so confirm your enrollment or graduation status with your designated sponsor before the host employer signs the training plan.
Who sponsors the J-1 visa for an internship, the employer or a separate organization?
Your host employer is not your visa sponsor. A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and holds legal responsibility for your program compliance. Organizations like CIEE, Cultural Vistas, and AIPT serve this administration role. Your host employer signs the training plan and provides the internship, but the designated sponsor manages the visa paperwork throughout your stay.
How do I find internship host employers that are comfortable with J-1 requirements?
Many employers that post internships are unfamiliar with the J-1 host agreement and DS-7002 process, which can cause delays or withdrawals. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for roles at organizations that have prior experience with J-1 exchange visitors, helping you focus your applications on employers already set up to move quickly through the hosting process.
Can I extend my J-1 internship if the host employer wants to keep me longer?
Extensions are possible within the maximum program duration, which is 12 months for the J-1 Intern category. Your designated sponsor must approve and reissue your DS-2019 before the current end date passes. The extension must remain in the same field as your original training plan, and you need to still meet the student or recent-graduate eligibility requirement at the time of extension.
Does the J-1 Intern category require me to return home after the program?
Not automatically. The two-year home-country residency requirement under INA Section 212(e) applies based on government funding, whether your home country lists your skill on an exchange-visitor skills list, or bilateral agreements. Your designated sponsor will indicate on your DS-2019 whether the requirement applies. If it does, you must fulfill it or obtain a waiver through USCIS before applying for certain other U.S. visa statuses.