J-1 Visa Social Media Marketing Jobs
Social Media Marketing roles in the U.S. are available to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Intern or Trainee program category, depending on whether you're currently enrolled in a degree program or have recently graduated. A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and provides sponsorship, while the marketing agency or brand you join acts as your host employer.
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Working Title Social Media Marketing Intern
Pay $14.00 Hourly
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department UNM Public Events (726A)
Employment Type Student Employment
Student Type Student Employment
Status Non-Exempt
Background Check Required No
For Best Consideration Date 7/28/2026
Position Summary
Working at Popejoy Hall, this position will focus on creating engaging digital content, supporting social media strategy, and promoting Popejoy Hall events through creative storytelling.
- Assist with creating, scheduling, and publishing engaging content for Popejoy Hall's social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
- Capture photo and video content during performances, events, and outreach programs for use across digital channels.
- Assist with writing and developing social media campaigns that increase awareness and engagement for upcoming performances and educational initiatives.
- Monitor social media trends and recommend content ideas that resonate with our audiences.
- Help to research trends, write captions, and short-form content.
- Assist with preparing, printing, and distributing posters on campus and throughout the community.
- Represent Popejoy Hall at on- and off-campus outreach events and tabling opportunities to promote performances and educational programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and current social media trends.
- Experience creating photo, video, or graphic content for social media is preferred.
- Experience with CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design/editing tools is a plus.
- Interest in marketing, communications, digital media, or the performing arts is a plus.
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.
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter.
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.
Requisition ID req37213
Working Title Social Media Marketing Intern
Pay $14.00 Hourly
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department UNM Public Events (726A)
Employment Type Student Employment
Student Type Student Employment
Status Non-Exempt
Background Check Required No
For Best Consideration Date 7/28/2026
Position Summary
Working at Popejoy Hall, this position will focus on creating engaging digital content, supporting social media strategy, and promoting Popejoy Hall events through creative storytelling.
- Assist with creating, scheduling, and publishing engaging content for Popejoy Hall's social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
- Capture photo and video content during performances, events, and outreach programs for use across digital channels.
- Assist with writing and developing social media campaigns that increase awareness and engagement for upcoming performances and educational initiatives.
- Monitor social media trends and recommend content ideas that resonate with our audiences.
- Help to research trends, write captions, and short-form content.
- Assist with preparing, printing, and distributing posters on campus and throughout the community.
- Represent Popejoy Hall at on- and off-campus outreach events and tabling opportunities to promote performances and educational programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and current social media trends.
- Experience creating photo, video, or graphic content for social media is preferred.
- Experience with CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design/editing tools is a plus.
- Interest in marketing, communications, digital media, or the performing arts is a plus.
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.
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Social Media Marketing
Align your portfolio to specialty occupation standards
Your DS-2019 training plan must demonstrate that social media marketing requires specialized knowledge. Document campaigns with measurable outcomes, platform-specific analytics, and strategy work that distinguishes your role from general administrative or clerical marketing tasks.
Confirm host employers have a J-1 training plan
Not every marketing agency has hosted a J-1 exchange visitor before. Ask hiring managers whether they've completed an IEP training plan with a designated sponsor and whether they'll commit to the 32-hour weekly minimum for structured training.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee before you apply
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program abroad, the J-1 Intern category applies. If you graduated within 12 months and have relevant professional experience in digital or social marketing, the Trainee category is the correct fit. Applying under the wrong category delays the DS-2019 issuance.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1-aligned marketing roles
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers in content strategy, paid social, and brand marketing who have structured exchange visitor programs. Filter by role type to avoid wasting time on positions that haven't hosted J-1 exchange visitors.
Check the 2-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 participants in the Trainee category are subject to the two-year home-country physical presence requirement under INA Section 212(e). Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this affects any future H-1B visa or green card pathway.
Verify wage compliance using the OFLC Wage Search
Your host employer must pay you the prevailing wage for your social media marketing role and location. Cross-check the offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search before signing an offer letter to confirm the rate meets DOL requirements for your skill level.
Social Media Marketing J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to social media marketing roles?
Current degree students typically qualify under the J-1 Intern category, while recent graduates with relevant professional experience in digital marketing qualify under the J-1 Trainee category. The Trainee category allows up to 18 months of authorized training. Your eligibility depends on your enrollment status and how recently you graduated, not your job title.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a social media marketing position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or CIEE, not the marketing company itself. That company is your host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, approves your individualized training plan, and monitors your compliance throughout the exchange. You need both a willing host employer and a designated sponsor before your visa process begins.
How do I find U.S. marketing employers who have hosted J-1 exchange visitors?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers in content, social media, and brand marketing who align with J-1 sponsorship. Many agencies have worked with designated sponsors before but don't advertise it in job listings, so filtering by visa-aligned roles saves time and surfaces opportunities that a standard job search would miss.
Can a remote social media marketing role qualify for J-1 status?
Generally, no. The J-1 Intern and Trainee programs require you to be physically present at a U.S. host employer's worksite or a designated training location. Remote-only arrangements do not satisfy the experiential training requirement, and most designated sponsors will not issue a DS-2019 for a position without an established U.S. work location.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement apply to J-1 social media marketing trainees?
It depends on your country of origin and the source of funding for your exchange. Some J-1 Trainee participants are subject to the two-year home-country physical presence requirement under INA Section 212(e), which requires you to return home before applying for an H-1B or immigrant visa. Your designated sponsor can confirm whether the requirement applies to your specific case before you accept an offer.