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Requisition ID req36729
Working Title Professional Intern
Position Grade 09
Position Summary
UNM Career Services is seeking a highly motivated candidate for the position of Professional Intern for our Employer Relations Team. This role is ideal for someone with an interest in building relationships and helping to connect potential employers with UNM students and alumni. The professional internship is designed to provide on-the-job training and experience to a current student or recent graduate (see Minimum Qualifications).
The Professional Intern will report to the Employer Relations Manager and will work directly with all members of the Career Services staff. This position offers hands-on experience in assisting employers and students in using Handshake, promoting job and internship opportunities, collaborating with partners on and off campus, event planning, research, data and statistical analysis, informational presentations and training, short and long-term planning, and supports the overall goals of Career Services. The Professional Intern will provide support to a variety of activities, including job and internship fairs, tabling, employer information sessions, and other events.
The successful candidate must demonstrate a high degree of organizational skills, self-motivated work style, mature decision-making ability, skills in both persuasive and objective writing, strong interpersonal communication skills, and the desire and ability to serve as an advisor to others. Working as a member of a professional team under the guidance of more senior professional staff members, the intern may directly interact with employers, students, staff, faculty, and community partners. Professionalism and strong ethics are required, including maintaining confidentiality, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, and exhibiting honesty and reliability in interactions with others.
The selected candidate will receive training and mentorship in planning and carrying out activities and assignments, and will have a defined development plan to enable the intern to gain the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to successfully perform at a paraprofessional level upon completion of the internship program.
Expected schedule 40 hours per week, during Career Services’ regular business hours M-F, 8am-5pm. This is a fixed-term position, no more than 24 months.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Participates in the planning and implementation of projects and initiatives to promote jobs, internships, specific employers, events, programs, and the Handshake platform.
- Interacts directly with students, employers, staff, faculty and community partners.
- Undertakes and/or participates in projects, programs, and events designed to support the mission of Career Services.
- Evaluates data including financial, participation, usage, and other information, and creates reports to summarize data.
- Conducts research and prepares reports based on findings.
- Receives guidance, training, and mentoring from professional staff in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.
- May provide guidance and support to student employees.
- Applies best practices in relationship management, outreach, and customer service with employers and campus partners.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
- Ability to understand and follow complex, detailed instructions.
- Project planning skills.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to conduct internet research.
- Ability to collect and evaluate information.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Organization and attention to detail.
- Initiative and accountability.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
- Must present transcripts prior to a formal offer being extended.
- Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
- This is a fixed-term position, typically up to 24 months.
Minimum Qualifications
Must have obtained a Bachelor's or higher level degree no more than 24 months prior to the date of hire OR if the Bachelor's (or higher level) degree was obtained more than 24 months prior to the date of hire, the individual must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's (or higher level) degree program; no previous work experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Familiarity with Handshake or the desire to quickly gain familiarity.
- Experience writing/editing promotional and informational materials.
- Experience teaching/training and/or presenting information to individuals or groups.
- Experience with analyzing and reporting data.
- Sales or business development experience.
- Experience using technology platforms common to higher education and employer relations (e.g., Handshake, Microsoft Office 365/Google Workspace, event management and data tracking tools).
Additional Requirements
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department Career Services (378A)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Term - Full-Time
Term End Date 06/30/2027
Status Non-Exempt
Pay Hourly: $19.00 - $21.89
Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required Yes
For Best Consideration Date 6/4/2026
Eligible for Remote Work No
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please submit a current resume and cover letter discussing your interest in and qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
Professional Intern
Requisition ID req36729
Working Title Professional Intern
Position Grade 09
Position Summary
UNM Career Services is seeking a highly motivated candidate for the position of Professional Intern for our Employer Relations Team. This role is ideal for someone with an interest in building relationships and helping to connect potential employers with UNM students and alumni. The professional internship is designed to provide on-the-job training and experience to a current student or recent graduate (see Minimum Qualifications).
The Professional Intern will report to the Employer Relations Manager and will work directly with all members of the Career Services staff. This position offers hands-on experience in assisting employers and students in using Handshake, promoting job and internship opportunities, collaborating with partners on and off campus, event planning, research, data and statistical analysis, informational presentations and training, short and long-term planning, and supports the overall goals of Career Services. The Professional Intern will provide support to a variety of activities, including job and internship fairs, tabling, employer information sessions, and other events.
The successful candidate must demonstrate a high degree of organizational skills, self-motivated work style, mature decision-making ability, skills in both persuasive and objective writing, strong interpersonal communication skills, and the desire and ability to serve as an advisor to others. Working as a member of a professional team under the guidance of more senior professional staff members, the intern may directly interact with employers, students, staff, faculty, and community partners. Professionalism and strong ethics are required, including maintaining confidentiality, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, and exhibiting honesty and reliability in interactions with others.
The selected candidate will receive training and mentorship in planning and carrying out activities and assignments, and will have a defined development plan to enable the intern to gain the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to successfully perform at a paraprofessional level upon completion of the internship program.
Expected schedule 40 hours per week, during Career Services’ regular business hours M-F, 8am-5pm. This is a fixed-term position, no more than 24 months.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Participates in the planning and implementation of projects and initiatives to promote jobs, internships, specific employers, events, programs, and the Handshake platform.
- Interacts directly with students, employers, staff, faculty and community partners.
- Undertakes and/or participates in projects, programs, and events designed to support the mission of Career Services.
- Evaluates data including financial, participation, usage, and other information, and creates reports to summarize data.
- Conducts research and prepares reports based on findings.
- Receives guidance, training, and mentoring from professional staff in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.
- May provide guidance and support to student employees.
- Applies best practices in relationship management, outreach, and customer service with employers and campus partners.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
- Ability to understand and follow complex, detailed instructions.
- Project planning skills.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to conduct internet research.
- Ability to collect and evaluate information.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Organization and attention to detail.
- Initiative and accountability.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment
- Must present transcripts prior to a formal offer being extended.
- Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
- This is a fixed-term position, typically up to 24 months.
Minimum Qualifications
Must have obtained a Bachelor's or higher level degree no more than 24 months prior to the date of hire OR if the Bachelor's (or higher level) degree was obtained more than 24 months prior to the date of hire, the individual must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's (or higher level) degree program; no previous work experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Familiarity with Handshake or the desire to quickly gain familiarity.
- Experience writing/editing promotional and informational materials.
- Experience teaching/training and/or presenting information to individuals or groups.
- Experience with analyzing and reporting data.
- Sales or business development experience.
- Experience using technology platforms common to higher education and employer relations (e.g., Handshake, Microsoft Office 365/Google Workspace, event management and data tracking tools).
Additional Requirements
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department Career Services (378A)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Term - Full-Time
Term End Date 06/30/2027
Status Non-Exempt
Pay Hourly: $19.00 - $21.89
Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required Yes
For Best Consideration Date 6/4/2026
Eligible for Remote Work No
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please submit a current resume and cover letter discussing your interest in and qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Sales Professional
Frame your CV around measurable outcomes
Sales roles live on metrics, so your CV needs to show quota attainment, pipeline growth, or client retention numbers from previous roles. Designated sponsors and host employers both scrutinize whether your background justifies a structured training program.
Confirm the training plan fits your category
Trainee category suits professionals with a degree plus one year of experience, or five years without a degree. Intern category requires current enrollment. Mismatching your profile to the wrong category is the most common early-stage mistake, and it delays the DS-2019.
Target host employers with existing J-1 program relationships
Search for Sales Professional roles on Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers who have hosted J-1 participants before. Prior hosting experience means the company already understands training plan requirements, making the sponsorship conversation much faster.
Negotiate the training plan before accepting any offer
Your host employer must document specific learning objectives across sales methodology, CRM tools, and client management. Vague plans are rejected by designated sponsors. Push for a week-by-week training schedule before you sign anything.
Check whether your home country triggers the two-year requirement
If your country appears on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, or if your J-1 program is government-funded, you may face a two-year home residency requirement before changing to most other U.S. visa categories. Confirm this with your designated sponsor before accepting.
Verify wage compliance against DOL prevailing wage data
Your host employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for Sales Professional roles in their location. Use OFLC Wage Search to look up the applicable wage level before your offer letter arrives, so you can flag any shortfall early.
Sales Professional J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Sales Professional roles?
Current students pursuing internship credit typically fall under the Intern category. Working professionals with a degree plus at least one year of sales experience, or five or more years of experience without a degree, qualify under the Trainee category. Trainee is the more common path for post-graduation sales roles, and it allows stays of up to 18 months, or 24 months for certain management training programs.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, the employer or a separate organization?
The hiring company acts as your host employer, not your visa sponsor. Your J-1 sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, that reviews your training plan, issues your DS-2019 form, and monitors compliance throughout the program. The employer and the designated sponsor are two separate parties, and both must agree to your participation before any paperwork moves forward.
Does the host employer need to do anything special to hire a J-1 Sales Professional?
Yes. The host employer must develop a detailed training plan outlining the sales skills, tools, and methodologies you will learn, then submit that plan to the designated sponsor for approval. They must also confirm they will pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and agree to the designated sponsor's ongoing oversight requirements, including periodic progress reports.
How do I find U.S. companies open to hosting J-1 Sales Professionals?
Most employers don't advertise J-1 hosting explicitly, which makes targeting difficult through general job boards. Migrate Mate lets you search for Sales Professional roles at U.S. companies aligned with J-1 sponsorship, so you can focus outreach on employers already familiar with the host requirements rather than educating every recruiter from scratch.
Can I switch to a different visa category after completing my J-1 Sales Professional program?
It depends on whether the two-year home residency requirement applies to you. If your home country is on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, or if your program received U.S. government funding, you must return home for two years before most other visa categories, including H-1B visa and green card paths, become available. If the requirement doesn't apply, you can pursue a change of status after your J-1 program ends.