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Get Access To All JobsWS – INTERNSHIP - FaithLife Appalachia – Marketing Assistant - FWS
Division: Support Services/ Academic Affairs
Department: Career Pathways
Experience: Entry level
Job Code: FWSINTFLAMKT
Ellucian: FWS INT FLA Mkt
Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Emily Green (FaithLife Appalachia) | Angela Lockhart (UPIKE)
FWS, IWS, or Grant Funded: ☒ FWS, ☐ IWS, ☐ Grant Funded
Avg. Hours/Week: ☒ 21-40
Requested Start Date: 07/01/26
Term of Position: ☒ Summer, ☐ Fall, ☐ Spring
FaithLife Appalachia is a nonprofit development platform based in Pikeville, Kentucky, committed to spiritual renewal and long-term economic transformation in Central Appalachia. We believe every person is created with purpose, and our work is focused on unlocking that purpose through leadership development, enterprise creation, place-based revitalization, and sustainable capital strategies.
By integrating ministry, business, and community development, we address real barriers such as limited opportunity, workforce gaps, and underutilized assets to build a model of renewal that is both real and relevant.
Responsibilities and Career Competencies:
- Digital Content Creation: Design and schedule engaging social media content, including graphics, captions, and short-form video, to amplify the organization's mission (C, T).
- Multimedia Storytelling: Capture high-quality photo and video content at events and outreach activities to document community impact (C, T).
- Campaign Support: Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns and promotions for specific programs and revitalization events (CT, TW).
- Graphic Design: Develop professional flyers, presentation slides, and other digital or print collateral that align with brand standards (P, T).
- Institutional Outreach: Support email communications and website updates to keep stakeholders and community members informed (C, T).
- Collaborative Narrative: Partner with team members to identify and share compelling stories of transformation and community growth (TW, CTR).
- Impact Analytics: Track basic engagement metrics across platforms and report findings to FaithLife Appalachia leadership to refine outreach strategies (CT, C).
- Operational Agility: Perform other duties as assigned to support the holistic needs of a growing nonprofit platform (CSD, P).
Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)
Qualifications
- Academic Standing: Current University of Pikeville student in good academic standing. Student should be eligible for Federal Work Study.
- Field of Interest: Demonstrated interest in Marketing, Communications, Media, or related fields.
- Communication Skills: Strong writing and creative communication abilities with an eye for branding and storytelling.
- Technical Aptitude: Experience with social media platforms, design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe), or content creation is helpful but not required.
- Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Community Engagement: A deep interest in community-based storytelling and place-based revitalization.
- Collaborative Spirit: Comfort working both independently on creative tasks and collaboratively within a mission-driven team.
In the following sections check all boxes that apply to your job.
Computer Skills: ☒ Word, ☐ Excel, ☒ PowerPoint, ☒ Canva, ☒ Social Media & New Technology, ☒ Other: ___
Other Skills: ☒ Attention to detail, ☒ Strong active listening abilities, ☒ Public speaking, ☒ Written & verbal communication, ☒ Customer focused, ☒ Willingness to learn new things
Work Schedule: ☐ Su ___ to ; ☐ M ___ to ; ☐ T ___ to ; ☐ W ___ to ; ☐ R ___ to ; ☐ F ___ to ; ☐ Sa ___ to ___; ☒ Hours vary depending on workload (Check days that apply, insert hours if set, otherwise, check “Hours vary depending on workload”.)
Work Conditions: ☐ Heat, ☐ Cold, ☐ Odors/Smoke, ☐ Toxic Agents, ☐ Dust, ☐ Machinery, ☐ Light Intensity, ☐ Noise, ☐ Vibrations, ☐ Wetness, ☐ Humidity, ☐ Electrical Currents, ☐ Other: _______
Physical Demands: ☒ Keyboarding, ☐ Reaching/Handling, ☐ Stooping/Kneeling, ☐ Crouching/Crawling, ☐ Pushing up to ___ lbs., ☐ Pulling up to ___ lbs., ☐ Lifting up to ___ lbs., ☐ Carrying up to ___ lbs., ☐ Climbing, ☐ Balancing, ☐ Other: _______
Number of Positions: 1
Pay Rate: $8.75/hour
Location: Building: 130 Division St | Pikeville, KY
Additional Comments: Terms: Upon hire, the intern must register for the Summer II Internship course. To receive course credit, students will complete assignments concurrently with internship work. Students are required to work a total minimum of 80 hours and will be eligible for the following credit hours: 80-119 hours of work + course completion = 2 credit hours; 120-159 hours of work + course completion = 3 credit hours; 160-199 hours of work + course completion = 4 credit hours; 200-239 hours of work + course completion = 5 credit hours; 240+ hours of work = 6 credit hours. Summer interns in this position cannot exceed 40 hours of work per week.
Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.
WS – INTERNSHIP - FaithLife Appalachia – Marketing Assistant - FWS
Division: Support Services/ Academic Affairs
Department: Career Pathways
Experience: Entry level
Job Code: FWSINTFLAMKT
Ellucian: FWS INT FLA Mkt
Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Emily Green (FaithLife Appalachia) | Angela Lockhart (UPIKE)
FWS, IWS, or Grant Funded: ☒ FWS, ☐ IWS, ☐ Grant Funded
Avg. Hours/Week: ☒ 21-40
Requested Start Date: 07/01/26
Term of Position: ☒ Summer, ☐ Fall, ☐ Spring
FaithLife Appalachia is a nonprofit development platform based in Pikeville, Kentucky, committed to spiritual renewal and long-term economic transformation in Central Appalachia. We believe every person is created with purpose, and our work is focused on unlocking that purpose through leadership development, enterprise creation, place-based revitalization, and sustainable capital strategies.
By integrating ministry, business, and community development, we address real barriers such as limited opportunity, workforce gaps, and underutilized assets to build a model of renewal that is both real and relevant.
Responsibilities and Career Competencies:
- Digital Content Creation: Design and schedule engaging social media content, including graphics, captions, and short-form video, to amplify the organization's mission (C, T).
- Multimedia Storytelling: Capture high-quality photo and video content at events and outreach activities to document community impact (C, T).
- Campaign Support: Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns and promotions for specific programs and revitalization events (CT, TW).
- Graphic Design: Develop professional flyers, presentation slides, and other digital or print collateral that align with brand standards (P, T).
- Institutional Outreach: Support email communications and website updates to keep stakeholders and community members informed (C, T).
- Collaborative Narrative: Partner with team members to identify and share compelling stories of transformation and community growth (TW, CTR).
- Impact Analytics: Track basic engagement metrics across platforms and report findings to FaithLife Appalachia leadership to refine outreach strategies (CT, C).
- Operational Agility: Perform other duties as assigned to support the holistic needs of a growing nonprofit platform (CSD, P).
Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)
Qualifications
- Academic Standing: Current University of Pikeville student in good academic standing. Student should be eligible for Federal Work Study.
- Field of Interest: Demonstrated interest in Marketing, Communications, Media, or related fields.
- Communication Skills: Strong writing and creative communication abilities with an eye for branding and storytelling.
- Technical Aptitude: Experience with social media platforms, design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe), or content creation is helpful but not required.
- Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Community Engagement: A deep interest in community-based storytelling and place-based revitalization.
- Collaborative Spirit: Comfort working both independently on creative tasks and collaboratively within a mission-driven team.
In the following sections check all boxes that apply to your job.
Computer Skills: ☒ Word, ☐ Excel, ☒ PowerPoint, ☒ Canva, ☒ Social Media & New Technology, ☒ Other: ___
Other Skills: ☒ Attention to detail, ☒ Strong active listening abilities, ☒ Public speaking, ☒ Written & verbal communication, ☒ Customer focused, ☒ Willingness to learn new things
Work Schedule: ☐ Su ___ to ; ☐ M ___ to ; ☐ T ___ to ; ☐ W ___ to ; ☐ R ___ to ; ☐ F ___ to ; ☐ Sa ___ to ___; ☒ Hours vary depending on workload (Check days that apply, insert hours if set, otherwise, check “Hours vary depending on workload”.)
Work Conditions: ☐ Heat, ☐ Cold, ☐ Odors/Smoke, ☐ Toxic Agents, ☐ Dust, ☐ Machinery, ☐ Light Intensity, ☐ Noise, ☐ Vibrations, ☐ Wetness, ☐ Humidity, ☐ Electrical Currents, ☐ Other: _______
Physical Demands: ☒ Keyboarding, ☐ Reaching/Handling, ☐ Stooping/Kneeling, ☐ Crouching/Crawling, ☐ Pushing up to ___ lbs., ☐ Pulling up to ___ lbs., ☐ Lifting up to ___ lbs., ☐ Carrying up to ___ lbs., ☐ Climbing, ☐ Balancing, ☐ Other: _______
Number of Positions: 1
Pay Rate: $8.75/hour
Location: Building: 130 Division St | Pikeville, KY
Additional Comments: Terms: Upon hire, the intern must register for the Summer II Internship course. To receive course credit, students will complete assignments concurrently with internship work. Students are required to work a total minimum of 80 hours and will be eligible for the following credit hours: 80-119 hours of work + course completion = 2 credit hours; 120-159 hours of work + course completion = 3 credit hours; 160-199 hours of work + course completion = 4 credit hours; 200-239 hours of work + course completion = 5 credit hours; 240+ hours of work = 6 credit hours. Summer interns in this position cannot exceed 40 hours of work per week.
Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Marketing Designer
Build a portfolio tailored to U.S. standards
U.S. host employers reviewing J-1 visa candidates expect a digital portfolio showing campaign work, brand systems, or digital content. Format case studies around measurable outcomes, not just visual samples, to demonstrate professional-level design thinking.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee program eligibility
The J-1 Intern category requires current enrollment or graduation within 12 months. If you graduated more than 12 months ago, you qualify under the Trainee category instead, which carries different training plan documentation requirements your host employer must prepare.
Confirm your host employer can support a training plan
Every J-1 Trainee placement requires a Form DS-7002 training plan co-signed by the host employer and designated sponsor. Ask hiring contacts early whether their HR team has executed DS-7002s before, since first-time host employers often underestimate the documentation involved.
Search for J-1-aligned marketing roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers hiring Marketing Designers who are open to international candidates. Filtering by role and visa compatibility saves time compared to cold-applying to companies that have no prior experience hosting J-1 exchange visitors.
Check whether the 2-year home residency requirement applies
Some J-1 participants, particularly those funded by their home government or from countries on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, must return home for two years before changing to most other U.S. visa statuses. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Verify your program duration aligns with project timelines
J-1 Intern programs cap at 12 months and Trainee programs at 18 months. Before signing an offer, confirm the engagement length fits within your authorized period so your host employer doesn't plan a project timeline that outlasts your lawful status.
Marketing Designer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Marketing Designer roles?
It depends on your current status. If you're enrolled in a degree program or graduated within the past 12 months, the J-1 Intern category applies. If you graduated more than 12 months ago and are early in your professional career, you'd qualify under the J-1 Trainee category. Both allow design and marketing placements, but the DS-7002 training plan requirements and maximum program durations differ between the two.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, the employer or someone else?
The hiring employer is your host, not your visa sponsor. J-1 sponsorship comes from a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as IIE, CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, which issues your DS-2019 form, monitors program compliance, and co-signs your training plan. Your host employer agrees to provide the placement, but they cannot issue a DS-2019 independently unless they hold their own State Department designation.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Marketing Designers?
Most general job boards don't filter by J-1 host-employer experience, which makes targeting difficult. Migrate Mate lets you search for Marketing Designer roles at U.S. companies that are open to international candidates, saving you from cold-applying to employers who have no prior experience with J-1 exchange visitor placements or DS-7002 training plan coordination.
Does the J-1 Trainee category have a 2-year home residency requirement for marketing professionals?
Not automatically, but it can apply depending on your funding source and home country. If your exchange program is financed by your home government or the U.S. government, or if your home country appears on the State Department Exchange Visitor Skills List for your field, the two-year foreign residency requirement attaches. Confirm your specific situation with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer or making long-term plans.
Can a Marketing Designer on a J-1 visa do freelance or remote work for other clients?
No. J-1 authorization is tied strictly to the host employer and the approved training plan. Working for any other employer, including freelance clients or remote contracts, falls outside your authorized activity and violates the terms of your exchange visitor status. All design work must occur within the scope of the placement your designated sponsor has approved.