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Product Owner roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa under the Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to coordinate with a State Department-designated sponsor for DS-2019 sponsorship is the critical first step.
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U.S. News & World Report is a multifaceted digital media company dedicated to helping citizens, consumers, business leaders and policy officials make important decisions in their lives. We publish independent reporting, rankings, data journalism and advice that has earned the trust of our readers and users for 90 years. Our platforms on usnews.com include Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, News, Real Estate, Careers and 360 Reviews. We reach millions of people monthly during moments when they are most in need of expert advice and motivated to act on that advice directly on our platforms. Our signature franchises include our “Best” series of consumer guides on colleges, graduate schools, hospitals, diets, cars, financial services and more. These guides provide an easy-to-digest list for consumers to better understand and compare when making their decisions. We continue to publish annual guides of the authoritative Best Colleges and Best Hospitals rankings on our website and in print. And our U.S. News Live flagship conferences highlight important national conversations such as Healthcare of Tomorrow. We believe in having a broad range of talent and backgrounds at U.S. News. We strive to maintain a welcoming and inclusive workplace where everyone is given an opportunity to succeed and contribute to their fullest.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
U.S. News empowers everyone to thrive. In this position, you will gain hands-on experience at the intersection of product management, data analysis, and B2B client operations. We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented full-time intern (1-year term) to support our Senior Care product team. This role is ideal for fresh graduates, graduate students, or early-career professionals (~1 year of experience) aspiring to build a career in digital product management. You will directly assist the Senior Care Product Manager in launching core categories, managing account onboarding for B2B partners, executing data audits, and tracking core product metrics.
- Manage B2B client onboarding and portfolio maintenance by updating profiles, organizing media assets (photos/videos/content), and responding promptly to inbound account inquiries.
- Assist product managers with annual Senior Care category launch plans, ticket management in Jira, and day-to-day project tracking.
- Conduct data audits, data mapping, and dashboard uploads across Google Analytics, Airtable, and internal platforms.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and compile concise reports to identify areas for product and workflow optimization.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders across engineering, product, and business operations to optimize site categories.
- Utilize tools such as Airtable, Google Sheets, MS Office, and Google Analytics to maintain project documentation and operational efficiency.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You should definitely have:
- Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, Business, UX/UI Design, or a related field (this is a full-time, year-long commitment).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to navigate complex datasets and derive clear, actionable takeaways.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to deliver data findings to both technical and business stakeholders.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- A proactive, self-motivated mindset with equal comfort working independently and within cross-functional teams.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
It would be nice if you had:
- Educational background or professional interest in Senior Care, Healthcare, or Public Health sectors.
- Familiarity with web analytics tools (Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics).
- Prior experience with project management platforms like Jira or Airtable.
WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK WITH US
Talent is our best asset! We invest in people with passion and potential who understand U.S. News’ dedication to our consumers.
- Entrepreneurial, mission-driven culture with core values of quality and integrity
- Focus on fostering personal and professional growth
- Competitive benefits including paid vacation time, medical, tuition reimbursement, and training
- Collaborative Work Environment: Fun, diverse, inclusive, and ambitious co-workers
OTHER JOB INFO
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
U.S. News & World Report strongly encourages all employees to be fully vaccinated (including boosters).
Full-time, 1-year internship.
Strong preference for New York or Washington, DC based applicants to work a hybrid schedule in those office locations.
The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $18.40 an hour.
INTRODUCTION
U.S. News & World Report is a multifaceted digital media company dedicated to helping citizens, consumers, business leaders and policy officials make important decisions in their lives. We publish independent reporting, rankings, data journalism and advice that has earned the trust of our readers and users for 90 years. Our platforms on usnews.com include Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, News, Real Estate, Careers and 360 Reviews. We reach millions of people monthly during moments when they are most in need of expert advice and motivated to act on that advice directly on our platforms. Our signature franchises include our “Best” series of consumer guides on colleges, graduate schools, hospitals, diets, cars, financial services and more. These guides provide an easy-to-digest list for consumers to better understand and compare when making their decisions. We continue to publish annual guides of the authoritative Best Colleges and Best Hospitals rankings on our website and in print. And our U.S. News Live flagship conferences highlight important national conversations such as Healthcare of Tomorrow. We believe in having a broad range of talent and backgrounds at U.S. News. We strive to maintain a welcoming and inclusive workplace where everyone is given an opportunity to succeed and contribute to their fullest.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
U.S. News empowers everyone to thrive. In this position, you will gain hands-on experience at the intersection of product management, data analysis, and B2B client operations. We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented full-time intern (1-year term) to support our Senior Care product team. This role is ideal for fresh graduates, graduate students, or early-career professionals (~1 year of experience) aspiring to build a career in digital product management. You will directly assist the Senior Care Product Manager in launching core categories, managing account onboarding for B2B partners, executing data audits, and tracking core product metrics.
- Manage B2B client onboarding and portfolio maintenance by updating profiles, organizing media assets (photos/videos/content), and responding promptly to inbound account inquiries.
- Assist product managers with annual Senior Care category launch plans, ticket management in Jira, and day-to-day project tracking.
- Conduct data audits, data mapping, and dashboard uploads across Google Analytics, Airtable, and internal platforms.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and compile concise reports to identify areas for product and workflow optimization.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders across engineering, product, and business operations to optimize site categories.
- Utilize tools such as Airtable, Google Sheets, MS Office, and Google Analytics to maintain project documentation and operational efficiency.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You should definitely have:
- Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, Business, UX/UI Design, or a related field (this is a full-time, year-long commitment).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to navigate complex datasets and derive clear, actionable takeaways.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to deliver data findings to both technical and business stakeholders.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- A proactive, self-motivated mindset with equal comfort working independently and within cross-functional teams.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
It would be nice if you had:
- Educational background or professional interest in Senior Care, Healthcare, or Public Health sectors.
- Familiarity with web analytics tools (Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics).
- Prior experience with project management platforms like Jira or Airtable.
WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK WITH US
Talent is our best asset! We invest in people with passion and potential who understand U.S. News’ dedication to our consumers.
- Entrepreneurial, mission-driven culture with core values of quality and integrity
- Focus on fostering personal and professional growth
- Competitive benefits including paid vacation time, medical, tuition reimbursement, and training
- Collaborative Work Environment: Fun, diverse, inclusive, and ambitious co-workers
OTHER JOB INFO
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
U.S. News & World Report strongly encourages all employees to be fully vaccinated (including boosters).
Full-time, 1-year internship.
Strong preference for New York or Washington, DC based applicants to work a hybrid schedule in those office locations.
The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $18.40 an hour.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Product Owner
Document your product management credentials precisely
Trainee category DS-2019 applications require a detailed training plan tied to your existing degree and work history. Align your portfolio, agile certifications, and product metrics to the specific skills listed in your training objectives before any employer conversation begins.
Target host employers already familiar with DS-2019 obligations
Many product teams have never hosted a J-1 visa exchange visitor and won't know what coordinating with a designated sponsor entails. Prioritize companies that have posted roles with training plan language or have prior international hiring experience in their product or tech divisions.
Distinguish your program category during employer outreach
If you're a current student, the Intern category applies. If you have a degree and at least one year of relevant experience, Trainee is correct. Clarifying this upfront prevents employers from pursuing the wrong designated sponsor track and stalling your timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to find roles aligned with J-1 sponsorship
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. Product Owner positions at employers open to J-1 exchange visitors. Filtering by sponsorship openness saves outreach time and connects you with host organizations already oriented toward international training programs.
Verify the prevailing wage before finalizing your training plan
Your host employer must pay J-1 Trainees at or above the prevailing wage for your role and location. Cross-check the offered compensation against the OFLC Wage Search and O*NET occupation data for Product Owner roles before the designated sponsor submits your DS-2019.
Confirm the 2-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 Trainee participants are subject to a two-year home country residency requirement before changing to most other visa statuses. Check whether your country of citizenship and funding source trigger this requirement, as it directly affects your post-program immigration options.
Product Owner J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Product Owner roles?
The Trainee category applies if you hold a degree or professional certificate and have at least one year of relevant work experience outside the United States. If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category is the correct track. Both require a formal training plan linking your background to specific product management skills you'll develop at the host employer.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Product Owner position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, not the hiring employer. The employer acts as the host organization, providing the work environment and training program. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, approves the training plan, and monitors compliance throughout your exchange period.
How do I find Product Owner host employers open to J-1 exchange visitors?
Most employers don't advertise J-1 openness explicitly. Migrate Mate surfaces U.S. Product Owner roles at companies that have demonstrated openness to international sponsorship arrangements, which shortens the time you spend identifying viable host organizations. Direct outreach works best when you lead with your training objectives rather than the visa category itself.
What does the training plan need to cover for a Product Owner J-1 placement?
The training plan must describe specific, measurable skills you'll develop, tied to real product management activities such as sprint planning, stakeholder alignment, backlog refinement, or roadmap development. It must also explain why these skills require U.S.-based training and how they build on your existing credentials. Generic job descriptions don't satisfy designated sponsor review requirements.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement affect Product Owner J-1 participants?
It can, depending on your country of citizenship and whether your exchange is funded by your home government or the U.S. government. If the requirement applies, you can't change to an H-1B visa, L-1 visa, or most immigrant visa statuses without first returning home or obtaining a waiver through USCIS. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting a host employer offer.