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Public Relations Intern roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's PR Specialists category when the position requires a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Canadian citizens can enter at the border; Mexican citizens require consular processing with an employer-backed petition.
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The Communication Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Public Relations to begin August 1, 2027. The successful candidate must have a commitment to excellence as a teacher-scholar, a clear research agenda, and will be able to teach several courses within the Public Relations and relevant programs, including Introduction to Public Relations, Public Relations Writing, Public Relations Strategies and Techniques, and other relevant/current topics in Public Relations. The ability to teach general media courses, such as Media Writing & Storytelling, Communication Theories and Media Research, is preferred. In addition, candidates must have meaningful professional experience in the Public Relations industry to inform their teaching and scholarship.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:
- Mentor and advise majors
- Co-advise the Public Relations Society of America chapter
- Oversee the curriculum component of student internships
- Participate in the governance and committee work of the Communication Division and Seaver College
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Documented research
- Teaching experience of relevant courses
- Industry experience in the Public Relations field
- An earned doctorate in Public Relations or a related field by no later than August 1, 2027
Pepperdine’s undergraduate Seaver College is a residential liberal arts college of approximately 3,500 students situated in Malibu, California. Successful applicants must have an active commitment to the Christian mission of the University and reflect on their willingness to support the mission of Seaver College in their application materials.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Review of applicants will begin on September 14, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Please submit all application materials to https://apply.interfolio.com/187996
- A cover letter
- A curriculum vitae
- Names and contact information for three references (these should be the same individuals who will provide a Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation if you proceed with the interview process)
- Transcripts of all graduate work (Unofficial copies are acceptable for the application; however, official transcripts may be required for selected applicants)
- Personal Statement. Reflect on Pepperdine’s Christian mission and address your pattern of support for generally accepted Christian values and the University’s mission, your active participation in a faith community, and your practice or vision for integrating faith and learning in the classroom.
Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
COMPENSATION
- This is a Full-Time, Exempt, 40 hour per week position.
- Expected Pay Range: $91,527 to $112,659 per year
The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.
Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Pepperdine is committed to providing a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Engaging in unlawful discrimination or harassment will result in appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the University.
Pepperdine is religiously affiliated with the Churches of Christ. It is the purpose of Pepperdine to pursue the very highest employment and academic standards within a context that celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical ideals of the Christian faith. While students, faculty, and staff represent many religious backgrounds, Pepperdine is permitted under applicable law and reserves the right to seek, hire, and promote persons who support the goals and mission of the institution, including the right to prefer co-religionists who support Pepperdine's Christian mission.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE SEARCH COMMITTEE:
Dr. Klive Oh (klive.oh@pepperdine.edu)
Communication Division, Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
INTRODUCTION
The Communication Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Public Relations to begin August 1, 2027. The successful candidate must have a commitment to excellence as a teacher-scholar, a clear research agenda, and will be able to teach several courses within the Public Relations and relevant programs, including Introduction to Public Relations, Public Relations Writing, Public Relations Strategies and Techniques, and other relevant/current topics in Public Relations. The ability to teach general media courses, such as Media Writing & Storytelling, Communication Theories and Media Research, is preferred. In addition, candidates must have meaningful professional experience in the Public Relations industry to inform their teaching and scholarship.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:
- Mentor and advise majors
- Co-advise the Public Relations Society of America chapter
- Oversee the curriculum component of student internships
- Participate in the governance and committee work of the Communication Division and Seaver College
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Documented research
- Teaching experience of relevant courses
- Industry experience in the Public Relations field
- An earned doctorate in Public Relations or a related field by no later than August 1, 2027
Pepperdine’s undergraduate Seaver College is a residential liberal arts college of approximately 3,500 students situated in Malibu, California. Successful applicants must have an active commitment to the Christian mission of the University and reflect on their willingness to support the mission of Seaver College in their application materials.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Review of applicants will begin on September 14, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Please submit all application materials to https://apply.interfolio.com/187996
- A cover letter
- A curriculum vitae
- Names and contact information for three references (these should be the same individuals who will provide a Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation if you proceed with the interview process)
- Transcripts of all graduate work (Unofficial copies are acceptable for the application; however, official transcripts may be required for selected applicants)
- Personal Statement. Reflect on Pepperdine’s Christian mission and address your pattern of support for generally accepted Christian values and the University’s mission, your active participation in a faith community, and your practice or vision for integrating faith and learning in the classroom.
Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
COMPENSATION
- This is a Full-Time, Exempt, 40 hour per week position.
- Expected Pay Range: $91,527 to $112,659 per year
The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.
Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Pepperdine is committed to providing a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Engaging in unlawful discrimination or harassment will result in appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the University.
Pepperdine is religiously affiliated with the Churches of Christ. It is the purpose of Pepperdine to pursue the very highest employment and academic standards within a context that celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical ideals of the Christian faith. While students, faculty, and staff represent many religious backgrounds, Pepperdine is permitted under applicable law and reserves the right to seek, hire, and promote persons who support the goals and mission of the institution, including the right to prefer co-religionists who support Pepperdine's Christian mission.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE SEARCH COMMITTEE:
Dr. Klive Oh (klive.oh@pepperdine.edu)
Communication Division, Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Public Relations Intern
Verify your degree matches PR specialist criteria
TN visa status for PR roles requires a degree in communications, journalism, or public relations specifically. A general business or marketing degree won't automatically qualify. Confirm your transcript reflects the right field before applying.
Target agencies with active government contracts
Public affairs firms and agencies holding federal or state contracts are accustomed to sponsoring foreign nationals and navigating TN paperwork. They're more likely to have internal processes for supporting your visa status from day one.
Get your offer letter to name your TN category explicitly
Your employer's offer letter must identify your role under the TN PR Specialist category. A vague title like 'communications intern' creates border officer confusion. Ask HR to align the letter's language with USCIS TN occupation definitions.
Use Migrate Mate to filter TN-sponsoring employers
Searching broadly wastes time on employers unfamiliar with TN requirements. Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for companies that sponsor TN visas, so you're targeting PR internship roles where sponsorship is already in place.
Prepare for Canadian border processing with complete documents
As a Canadian citizen, you can apply for TN status directly at a port of entry. Bring your degree credentials, the employer offer letter, and a one-page role description. Missing any document risks a same-day denial.
Confirm your employer understands TN has no filing fee window
Unlike H-1B visa, TN approval for Canadians happens at the border without advance USCIS filing. Some HR teams don't know this and delay unnecessarily waiting for a petition number. Clarify the process so your start date isn't pushed back.
Public Relations Intern TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Public Relations Intern role qualify for TN visa status?
It can, but the role must meet the TN PR Specialist criteria, meaning the position must genuinely require a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a closely related field. An internship titled broadly as 'marketing support' or 'general assistant' is unlikely to qualify. The offer letter and job duties need to align clearly with the PR Specialist occupation as defined under USMCA.
How does TN visa sponsorship for PR interns compare to H-1B?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you're not competing against tens of thousands of applicants for a limited number of slots the way H-1B requires. Canadian professionals can often start within days of receiving an offer by presenting documents at a port of entry. Mexican citizens require consular processing, which adds time but still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely.
Where can I find PR internships that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most generic job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type, so you spend time on roles that won't work. Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN visa job seekers and lets you search Public Relations Intern roles by employers already set up to sponsor. That means you're not cold-educating HR teams about what TN status requires.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer needs to provide a formal offer letter that includes your job title aligned to the PR Specialist TN category, a description of your duties, your required qualifications, and your anticipated start date. For Canadian citizens processed at the border, this letter is your primary filing document. For Mexican citizens, the employer may also need to support a DS-160 and consular appointment documentation.
Can I switch employers mid-internship while on TN status?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. If you move to a new employer, they must initiate a new TN application before you begin working for them. For Canadians, that typically means another border crossing with updated offer documents. You cannot simply transfer your existing TN status from one employer to another the way some other visa categories allow portability.