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National Account Executive roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program category, administered by a State Department-designated sponsor organization. These programs offer structured sponsorship for business development and sales management experience at U.S. host employers across sectors.
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If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.
Posting Period:
March 23, 2026 - Until Filled
Employee Type:
OO126 Center for Communications (COMMS), SHORTTERM Short-term Temps
Position Type:
Intern (Fixed Term)
Position Details:
NEA is accepting applications for individuals interested in participating in the NEA Internship Program, as an Editorial Intern, Center for Communications, Editorial department, for the Winter/Spring 2025 session, which will begin on or after May 4, 2026, and end on or before August 10, 2026. The internships range from six weeks to a full semester, and interns are only eligible for a maximum of two (2) sessions. If this is your second session, you will not be eligible for additional assignments as a paid intern. Interns will receive a stipend of $20 per hour and may intern up to a maximum of twenty (20) hours a week.
The NEA Internship Program provides interns with training, learning opportunities, educational activities, and exposure to a variety of rich and substantive programmatic experiences that support quality public education. These experiences may include conducting research; data analysis; writing, editing, using Internet applications and social media; participating in and assisting with partnership events, meetings, and policy forums; visits to Capitol Hill; and other appropriate program-related activities.
NEA Internships: Position Summary
The NEA partners with institutions of higher education, intern programs and other organizations to identify interns - generally juniors, seniors, recent college graduates (up to 18 months) or graduate students - who are interested in public education policy and education issues. Students pursuing degrees in Education, Political Science, Government, Human Resources, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Communications, Computer Science, Journalism, Mass Media, Graphic Design, Digital Communications and other disciplines are encouraged to apply.
Position Emphasis:
This position supports NEA’s strategic objective to focus the energy and resources of its 3 million members toward the promotion of public education by participating in internship opportunities and assignments in the Center for Communications, Editorial Department, of the National Education Association. This internship will be hybrid and will require some on-site time at the Washington, D.C. headquarters building.
Editorial Intern assignments include:
- Research and write articles for NEA Today, NEA Today for NEA Retired, NEA Today for Aspiring Educators in print, digital and app formats.
- Assist editors and senior writers with background research, information gathering, and reporting.
- Participate in weekly editorial team meeting and take on weekly assignments.
- Pitch and develop story ideas and other content.
- Create multimedia pieces.
Additional Proposed Intern Activities:
NEA interns will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with NEA staff and participate in a variety of meaningful learning experiences, projects and opportunities during the internship. In addition to participating in assigned Center/department activities, based on their skills and interests, interns will also have opportunities to participate in relevant NEA sponsored and/or approved group activities that may occur at NEA or in the Washington Metropolitan area. The group activities may include participation in interviews with the NEA President and Executive Director, and organizational leadership and staff, observing NEA events such as Representative Assembly events, Board meetings or cross Center/department events, and participating in policy forums, organizing or lobbying activities or organized partner or Intern events in the Washington DC Metropolitan area, such as Washington DC Intern Week.
Expected skills and opportunities for development that the intern may obtain from this educational experience.
Editorial Intern will have opportunity to develop/obtain:
- Journalism skills and experience.
- Writing and editing skills.
- Experience producing editorial content for multiple publications under tight deadlines.
- Knowledge and experience with AP Style.
Additionally, NEA Interns will learn about the NEA, its role in public education, issues affecting NEA members at the national, state and local level and advocacy strategies to support members and the students they serve. In addition to obtaining experience in their area of interest, interns may develop skills in collaboration, communication, writing, research, analysis, preparing reports, interviewing, and use of organizing tools and strategies.
TO APPLY:
Please upload and submit the following documents with your application in Workday:
1) Resume
2) Cover letter – indicating preferred department or area(s) of interest
3) Letter of recommendation
4) Writing sample
Individuals selected for an interview will be contacted by the Center or department and additional samples may be required at the time of the interview.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following is provided: The position involves skill in using a computer and/or laptop; oral and written communication skills; skills in proofreading and editing; use of clear and articulate speech; interpersonal relations skills; reasoning and problem solving skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to sit for long periods, stoop, bend, reach and carry light materials (up to 10 lbs.); and ability to travel by various methods of transportation, e.g., airplane, car.
NEA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND ENCOURAGES WOMEN, MINORITIES AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES TO APPLY.
NEA Participates in E-Verify. Read more here E-Verify Participation & Right to Work.
NEA complies with the DC Wage Transparency Act of 2023.
INTRODUCTION
If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.
Posting Period:
March 23, 2026 - Until Filled
Employee Type:
OO126 Center for Communications (COMMS), SHORTTERM Short-term Temps
Position Type:
Intern (Fixed Term)
Position Details:
NEA is accepting applications for individuals interested in participating in the NEA Internship Program, as an Editorial Intern, Center for Communications, Editorial department, for the Winter/Spring 2025 session, which will begin on or after May 4, 2026, and end on or before August 10, 2026. The internships range from six weeks to a full semester, and interns are only eligible for a maximum of two (2) sessions. If this is your second session, you will not be eligible for additional assignments as a paid intern. Interns will receive a stipend of $20 per hour and may intern up to a maximum of twenty (20) hours a week.
The NEA Internship Program provides interns with training, learning opportunities, educational activities, and exposure to a variety of rich and substantive programmatic experiences that support quality public education. These experiences may include conducting research; data analysis; writing, editing, using Internet applications and social media; participating in and assisting with partnership events, meetings, and policy forums; visits to Capitol Hill; and other appropriate program-related activities.
NEA Internships: Position Summary
The NEA partners with institutions of higher education, intern programs and other organizations to identify interns - generally juniors, seniors, recent college graduates (up to 18 months) or graduate students - who are interested in public education policy and education issues. Students pursuing degrees in Education, Political Science, Government, Human Resources, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Communications, Computer Science, Journalism, Mass Media, Graphic Design, Digital Communications and other disciplines are encouraged to apply.
Position Emphasis:
This position supports NEA’s strategic objective to focus the energy and resources of its 3 million members toward the promotion of public education by participating in internship opportunities and assignments in the Center for Communications, Editorial Department, of the National Education Association. This internship will be hybrid and will require some on-site time at the Washington, D.C. headquarters building.
Editorial Intern assignments include:
- Research and write articles for NEA Today, NEA Today for NEA Retired, NEA Today for Aspiring Educators in print, digital and app formats.
- Assist editors and senior writers with background research, information gathering, and reporting.
- Participate in weekly editorial team meeting and take on weekly assignments.
- Pitch and develop story ideas and other content.
- Create multimedia pieces.
Additional Proposed Intern Activities:
NEA interns will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with NEA staff and participate in a variety of meaningful learning experiences, projects and opportunities during the internship. In addition to participating in assigned Center/department activities, based on their skills and interests, interns will also have opportunities to participate in relevant NEA sponsored and/or approved group activities that may occur at NEA or in the Washington Metropolitan area. The group activities may include participation in interviews with the NEA President and Executive Director, and organizational leadership and staff, observing NEA events such as Representative Assembly events, Board meetings or cross Center/department events, and participating in policy forums, organizing or lobbying activities or organized partner or Intern events in the Washington DC Metropolitan area, such as Washington DC Intern Week.
Expected skills and opportunities for development that the intern may obtain from this educational experience.
Editorial Intern will have opportunity to develop/obtain:
- Journalism skills and experience.
- Writing and editing skills.
- Experience producing editorial content for multiple publications under tight deadlines.
- Knowledge and experience with AP Style.
Additionally, NEA Interns will learn about the NEA, its role in public education, issues affecting NEA members at the national, state and local level and advocacy strategies to support members and the students they serve. In addition to obtaining experience in their area of interest, interns may develop skills in collaboration, communication, writing, research, analysis, preparing reports, interviewing, and use of organizing tools and strategies.
TO APPLY:
Please upload and submit the following documents with your application in Workday:
1) Resume
2) Cover letter – indicating preferred department or area(s) of interest
3) Letter of recommendation
4) Writing sample
Individuals selected for an interview will be contacted by the Center or department and additional samples may be required at the time of the interview.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following is provided: The position involves skill in using a computer and/or laptop; oral and written communication skills; skills in proofreading and editing; use of clear and articulate speech; interpersonal relations skills; reasoning and problem solving skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to sit for long periods, stoop, bend, reach and carry light materials (up to 10 lbs.); and ability to travel by various methods of transportation, e.g., airplane, car.
NEA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND ENCOURAGES WOMEN, MINORITIES AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES TO APPLY.
NEA Participates in E-Verify. Read more here E-Verify Participation & Right to Work.
NEA complies with the DC Wage Transparency Act of 2023.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in National Account Executive
Document your relevant degree and field alignment
Your DS-2019 training plan must connect your academic background directly to account management or business development. A degree in business, marketing, or a related field strengthens the case that your National Account Executive placement is genuine training.
Target host employers with formal training structures
J-1 Trainee and Intern programs require a written training plan signed by the host employer and designated sponsor. Prioritize companies with structured sales onboarding or rotational programs, since ad-hoc roles rarely satisfy the DOL training plan requirements.
Search Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned roles
Use Migrate Mate to identify National Account Executive positions at U.S. employers open to J-1 host arrangements. Filtering by sponsorship type helps you reach out to organizations already familiar with the designated sponsor model.
Check if your home country triggers the two-year rule
If your J-1 program is government-financed or your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, the two-year home residency requirement applies. Confirm your status with the designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this affects future H-1B or green card plans.
Verify the designated sponsor before signing anything
The organization issuing your DS-2019, not the hiring company, is your legal J-1 sponsor. Confirm the sponsor is State Department-designated and that their program category covers business or management training before the host employer submits a program application.
Align your training plan duration with program maximums
J-1 Trainee programs allow up to 18 months; Intern programs cap at 12 months. National Account Executive roles involving complex sales cycles can often justify longer durations, so negotiate the timeline with the host employer and designated sponsor before the DS-2019 is issued.
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Find National Account Executive JobsNational Account Executive J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a National Account Executive role?
The Trainee category fits most National Account Executive placements. It covers professionals who have a degree plus at least one year of relevant work experience, or five years of work experience in lieu of a degree. The Intern category applies if you are a currently enrolled student or graduated within the past 12 months. Both categories fall under the Business and Industrial field of the J-1 program.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this type of role?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, not the hiring company. The hiring company is called the host employer. The designated sponsor issues the DS-2019, monitors your training plan compliance, and is legally responsible for your program. The host employer pays your wages and supervises your work, but does not hold the sponsorship designation.
How do I find host employers open to J-1 Trainee arrangements?
Use Migrate Mate to search National Account Executive roles at U.S. employers that accommodate J-1 host placements. Many companies in enterprise software, consumer goods, and distribution regularly host J-1 trainees in sales and account management functions. Reaching out proactively with a clear explanation of the host employer model, including that the company has no USCIS petition to file, improves your response rate significantly.
Does the host employer have to file anything with USCIS for a J-1?
No. The J-1 visa does not involve a USCIS petition, a lottery, or an annual cap. The designated sponsor handles the DS-2019 and program administration entirely. The host employer signs the training plan and cooperates with the sponsor's monitoring requirements, but files nothing directly with USCIS. This is one reason some employers prefer the J-1 Trainee structure over H-1B sponsorship for shorter-term placements.
Can a J-1 Trainee placement in this role lead to long-term U.S. work authorization?
Not directly. The J-1 Trainee program is nonimmigrant and time-limited. If the two-year home residency requirement applies to you, you must fulfill it or obtain a waiver before switching to H-1B or applying for a green card. If the requirement does not apply, you can change status after your program ends, but you will need a separate sponsoring employer and USCIS petition for any immigrant or dual-intent visa category.
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