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Product Associate roles in the U.S. are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Intern or Trainee program categories, depending on whether you're currently enrolled or recently graduated. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, making sponsorship possible without employer-direct petition filing. No lottery, no annual cap.
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Get Access To All JobsJob no: 493547
Work type: Student
Location: Oklahoma City
Categories: Student: Federal Work Study
Pay Range: Targeted hourly pay of $12.00, depending on experience.
Benefits Eligible: No
Work Schedule: Position available August 24, 2026 through May 14, 2027. Schedule flexible around student's work schedule. 10-20 hours per week.
Travel: May be required
For Best Consideration Date: 08/14/2026
Position Introduction:
The Entrepreneurship Program Support Intern is responsible for assisting in and executing strategies to build capacity of the Girl Scout product program (Cookie Sale Program and Fall Product Sale) to increase awareness and knowledge among all volunteers and parents of Girl Scouts – Western Oklahoma and within the community.
Duties:
- Assists in planning, designing, and implementing innovative approaches to ensure the effective delivery of the Girl Scout product sales program.
- Maintain and distribute orders and inventory of the Cookie Cupboard
- Maintains accurate records of product inventory, sales records, and reports.
- Works directly with product program vendor representatives to arrange needed support and training for staff and volunteers. This will include paperwork, incentives, software, product knowledge and other related areas.
- Maintains cookie booth information and works with community partners to establish locations.
- Assist with retail research and feedback surveys
- Assist with planning reward experiences
- Collaborates with Service Unit team volunteers on all aspects of the Service Unit cookie sales; to include Service Unit cookie training, booth sales, cookie rallies, etc.
- Provides timely and appropriate customer service to girls, parents and volunteers.
- Actively participates in the development of environments that foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and access through words, actions, and attitude.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills:
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Business math skills.
- Detail-oriented with ability to multitask.
- Self-starter with ability to manage time, work independently, and handle multiple priorities and to work as part of a team.
- Strong written, oral and interpersonal communications skills.
- Ability to successfully handle conflict resolution.
- Professional human relations skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours - including nights and weekends.
- Able to travel the council jurisdiction.
- Computer literate with word processing and Excel skills (i.e. Microsoft Office systems); ability to navigate and use Sales Force, EBudde databases or similar software.
Selective abilities and Physical Demands:
The incumbent must be able to perform the following qualifications in order to be offered and/or maintain employment in this position.
- Medium Work (use of force to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects up to 20 pounds), occasional exposure to adverse environmental conditions, frequent weekends and evenings/nights.
- This position requires the ability to travel in assigned jurisdiction – continuous use of a vehicle, valid Oklahoma Driver’s License and auto liability insurance of 100/300/100 are mandatory.
- Must be able to speak and communicate clearly, such as in public speaking engagements.
Required Education:
- Must be currently enrolled in the Fall 2026 Term as an undergraduate student in good standing at the University of Oklahoma.
- Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.
- Access to reliable transportation.
- Must carry and show proof of 100/300/100 liability coverage on personal vehicle.
Required Attachments:
- Resume
- Class Schedule
Required Certifications and Licenses:
Valid Oklahoma state driver’s license
Department Preferences:
Majoring in Advertising, Education, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Public & Non-Profit Administration or Sociology
Sophomore Standing or higher
Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: No
Advertised: 23 Jul 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Dec 2026 Central Standard Time
Job no: 493547
Work type: Student
Location: Oklahoma City
Categories: Student: Federal Work Study
Pay Range: Targeted hourly pay of $12.00, depending on experience.
Benefits Eligible: No
Work Schedule: Position available August 24, 2026 through May 14, 2027. Schedule flexible around student's work schedule. 10-20 hours per week.
Travel: May be required
For Best Consideration Date: 08/14/2026
Position Introduction:
The Entrepreneurship Program Support Intern is responsible for assisting in and executing strategies to build capacity of the Girl Scout product program (Cookie Sale Program and Fall Product Sale) to increase awareness and knowledge among all volunteers and parents of Girl Scouts – Western Oklahoma and within the community.
Duties:
- Assists in planning, designing, and implementing innovative approaches to ensure the effective delivery of the Girl Scout product sales program.
- Maintain and distribute orders and inventory of the Cookie Cupboard
- Maintains accurate records of product inventory, sales records, and reports.
- Works directly with product program vendor representatives to arrange needed support and training for staff and volunteers. This will include paperwork, incentives, software, product knowledge and other related areas.
- Maintains cookie booth information and works with community partners to establish locations.
- Assist with retail research and feedback surveys
- Assist with planning reward experiences
- Collaborates with Service Unit team volunteers on all aspects of the Service Unit cookie sales; to include Service Unit cookie training, booth sales, cookie rallies, etc.
- Provides timely and appropriate customer service to girls, parents and volunteers.
- Actively participates in the development of environments that foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and access through words, actions, and attitude.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills:
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Business math skills.
- Detail-oriented with ability to multitask.
- Self-starter with ability to manage time, work independently, and handle multiple priorities and to work as part of a team.
- Strong written, oral and interpersonal communications skills.
- Ability to successfully handle conflict resolution.
- Professional human relations skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours - including nights and weekends.
- Able to travel the council jurisdiction.
- Computer literate with word processing and Excel skills (i.e. Microsoft Office systems); ability to navigate and use Sales Force, EBudde databases or similar software.
Selective abilities and Physical Demands:
The incumbent must be able to perform the following qualifications in order to be offered and/or maintain employment in this position.
- Medium Work (use of force to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects up to 20 pounds), occasional exposure to adverse environmental conditions, frequent weekends and evenings/nights.
- This position requires the ability to travel in assigned jurisdiction – continuous use of a vehicle, valid Oklahoma Driver’s License and auto liability insurance of 100/300/100 are mandatory.
- Must be able to speak and communicate clearly, such as in public speaking engagements.
Required Education:
- Must be currently enrolled in the Fall 2026 Term as an undergraduate student in good standing at the University of Oklahoma.
- Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.
- Access to reliable transportation.
- Must carry and show proof of 100/300/100 liability coverage on personal vehicle.
Required Attachments:
- Resume
- Class Schedule
Required Certifications and Licenses:
Valid Oklahoma state driver’s license
Department Preferences:
Majoring in Advertising, Education, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Public & Non-Profit Administration or Sociology
Sophomore Standing or higher
Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: No
Advertised: 23 Jul 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Dec 2026 Central Standard Time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Product Associate
Align your portfolio with specialty occupation evidence
Designated sponsors assess whether your Product Associate role constitutes genuine training or interning. Document product lifecycle contributions, roadmap work, or cross-functional projects in writing before applying, so your training plan reflects substantive skill development.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee before you apply
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program or graduated within 12 months, you qualify for the J-1 Intern category. Post-graduation professionals with relevant work experience apply as Trainees. Applying under the wrong category is a common error that delays DS-2019 issuance.
Search for J-1-friendly roles on Migrate Mate
Host employers who have taken on J-1 exchange visitors in product or operations roles are your strongest leads. Use Migrate Mate to filter for companies aligned with J-1 sponsorship so you're targeting employers already familiar with the host organization requirements.
Verify the host employer meets program standards
Your host company must have adequate staff, facilities, and a structured training environment before a designated sponsor will approve placement. Confirm with your prospective employer that they're willing to sign a formal training plan and cooperate with sponsor monitoring visits.
Prepare for the 2-year home residency requirement early
J-1 Trainee participants sponsored by government funding or whose home country is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may face a 2-year home residency requirement before switching to H-1B visa or immigrant visa status. Check your DS-2019 and confirm with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Use O*NET to frame your training objectives
Designated sponsors require a detailed training plan with specific learning objectives tied to your occupation. Pull the Product Associate task and skill descriptions from O*NET and map them to your proposed activities to produce a compliant, approvable Individual Development Plan.
Product Associate J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Product Associate roles?
Current students and those who graduated within the past 12 months typically use the J-1 Intern category. Professionals who have already been working in product, operations, or a related field for at least one year apply under the J-1 Trainee category. The host employer and your designated sponsor determine which category your specific situation fits before issuing a DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Product Associate position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your hiring employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form and take legal responsibility for program compliance. The company where you work is the host employer. They sign the training plan but do not file a petition with USCIS the way H-1B employers do.
How do I find host employers open to J-1 exchange visitors in product roles?
Most job postings don't specify J-1 compatibility upfront, so targeting the right employers takes research. Migrate Mate surfaces U.S. companies and roles aligned with J-1 sponsorship, making it easier to identify hosts in product management, operations, and business strategy who have supported exchange visitors before.
Can a Product Associate on J-1 status change employers mid-program?
Changing host employers during your J-1 program is possible but requires your designated sponsor's approval and an amended DS-2019 before you start at the new company. Working at a host not listed on your DS-2019 violates program rules and can result in termination of your J-1 status. Notify your sponsor as early as possible if a change is under discussion.
Does the J-1 Trainee program for product roles have a maximum duration?
J-1 Trainee programs are capped at 18 months for most fields, including business, management, and operations categories that cover Product Associate work. J-1 Intern programs are limited to 12 months. Extensions beyond these limits require a new program with a new DS-2019 and are not guaranteed. Plan your training timeline with your designated sponsor before you begin.