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Product Lead roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa under the Trainee or Specialist program category, depending on your experience level. Designated sponsor organizations issue the DS-2019 form that authorizes your exchange. Finding a host employer open to J-1 sponsorship is the first and most competitive step.
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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 in Product Lead
Frame your DS-2019 training plan precisely
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed training plan before issuing the DS-2019. Map your Product Lead objectives to measurable milestones, specifying which U.S. product management methodologies, tools, and cross-functional skills you'll develop that aren't available in your home country.
Target host employers with established J-1 infrastructure
Search for companies that have hosted J-1 visa Trainees or Specialists before. Product roles at mid-size tech firms and startups with international teams are more likely to have internal processes for coordinating with a designated sponsor organization on training plan approvals.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned Product Lead openings
Use Migrate Mate to filter for Product Lead roles at U.S. employers open to international candidates. Identifying the right host employer early matters because your designated sponsor can't issue the DS-2019 until the host confirms the position and signs off on your training plan.
Verify your home-country residency requirement upfront
The Trainee and Specialist categories may carry a two-year home-country physical presence requirement if your program is government-funded or in a skills shortage field. Confirm your status before accepting an offer, since this restriction affects any future visa change or green card path.
Benchmark compensation against OFLC Wage Search data
Your host employer must pay the prevailing wage for your product role and location. Pull the wage level for your SOC code through OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer so you can confirm the proposed package meets DOL requirements and avoid delays in training plan approval.
Align your J-1 category to your actual career stage
The Trainee category fits professionals within five years of graduation or their field entry. If you have more senior product experience, the Specialist category may be appropriate. Applying under the wrong category is a common mistake that designated sponsors will flag during DS-2019 review.
Product Lead J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Product Lead role?
Most Product Lead candidates qualify under the Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee applies if you're within five years of completing your degree or entering the product field. Specialist applies to professionals with specialized expertise beyond that window. The right category depends on your experience level and what your designated sponsor determines aligns with your training objectives.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Product Lead?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your hiring employer. Sponsors like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form and oversee your exchange program compliance. The company where you work is called the host employer. Both parties sign your training plan, but only the designated sponsor has legal authority to issue the DS-2019.
How do I find U.S. companies open to hosting J-1 Product Leads?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Product Lead roles at U.S. employers who are open to international candidates, which is a useful starting point for identifying potential host organizations. Many product-focused companies, especially those with international teams, are more familiar with coordinating J-1 training plans. Reaching out early in the hiring process to confirm J-1 hosting capacity saves significant time.
What does the J-1 training plan require for a Product Lead position?
Your training plan must describe the specific skills and methodologies you'll develop, explain why the training isn't available in your home country, outline a week-by-week or phase-by-phase schedule, and identify who will supervise you at the host employer. For Product Lead roles, sponsors typically expect objectives tied to product strategy, cross-functional leadership, or U.S. market-specific practices, not open-ended job descriptions.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Product Lead J-1 holders?
It depends on your program's funding source and your home country's skills shortage list. If your training is financed by your home government or a U.S. government agency, or if your field appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List for your country, the two-year requirement applies. Check with your designated sponsor before signing an offer, since this affects your ability to change status or pursue an immigrant visa afterward.