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Kentucky's internship market spans healthcare systems like UK HealthCare and Norton Healthcare, manufacturing operations in Louisville and Lexington, and bourbon industry companies across the state. International students pursuing internships here most commonly hold F-1 OPT or CPT authorization. Employers with established internship programs and global operations are most likely to support visa sponsorship.
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Santa Chiara Children’s Home/Pax et Bonum Communications Marketing Internship
ABOUT THE JOB
Division: Internship
Department: CVL
Experience: Entry-level
Job Code: NA
Supervisor of Student Employee: Rob Musick (Direct Supervisor), Gerry Straub or Tim Welch/ Angela Lockhart (CVL)
Location: Record 602 (Generally remote)
Requested Start Date: 7/1/2026
Must be a registered UPIKE student
This internship provides a student with hands-on experience in book marketing, nonprofit awareness, and institutional advancement with the nonprofits of Santa Chiara Children’s Home and Pax et Bonum Communications. The intern will design and execute a multi-phase campaign culminating in a final advancement initiative.
Internship is a good fit for a current UPIKE student with interest/major/minor in communication, film and media arts, information technology, English, management, medical humanities, social work, religious studies, or cultural studies.
By the end of the internship, the student will:
- Design and implement a marketing strategy for books and mission-based content
- Create and manage a nonprofit awareness campaign across digital platforms
- Brainstorm and provide initial planning for an advancement campaign
- Analyze campaign data to improve performance and decision-making
- Demonstrate growth in professional communication, leadership, and collaboration
- Reflect on personal strengths, career goals, and vocational direction
Throughout the experience, the intern will intentionally develop competencies identified by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, including communication, critical thinking, leadership, professionalism, teamwork, technology, equity & inclusion, and career & self-development.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND CAREER COMPETENCIES
- Research the market and do audience analysis (CSD, C, CT, T)
- Develop a Book Marketing Strategy (CSD, C, CT, CTR, L, T)
- Create Content for Social Media (CSD, C, P, T)
- Develop Brand Storytelling Strategy (CSD, C, CTR, P, T)
- Organize Campaign Materials (CSD, P)
- Initiate an Advancement Campaign Plan (CSD, C, CT, L, P, TW, T)
COMPETENCIES/SKILLS
Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)
COMPUTER SKILLS
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, Social Media & New Technology
OTHER SKILLS
Attention to detail, Strong active listening abilities, Written & verbal communication, Customer focused, Willingness to learn new things
WORK SCHEDULE
Hours vary depending on workload
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Keyboarding
NUMBER OF POSITIONS
One
HOURS NEEDED PER WEEK
15+. No more than 40 hours per week.
PAY RATE
Beginning at $8.75/hour
LOCATION
Location: Record 602 (Generally remote)
TERMS
Upon hire, the intern must register for the Summer II Internship course. To receive course credit, students will complete assignments concurrently with internship work. Students are required to work a total minimum of 80 hours and will be eligible for the following credit hours: 80-119 hours of work + course completion = 2 credit hours; 120-159 hours of work + course completion = 3 credit hours; 160-199 hours of work + course completion = 4 credit hours; 200-239 hours of work + course completion = 5 credit hours; 240+ hours of work = 6 credit hours. Summer interns in this position cannot exceed 40 hours of work per week.
APPLICATION NOTES
Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates.
The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.
INTRODUCTION
Santa Chiara Children’s Home/Pax et Bonum Communications Marketing Internship
ABOUT THE JOB
Division: Internship
Department: CVL
Experience: Entry-level
Job Code: NA
Supervisor of Student Employee: Rob Musick (Direct Supervisor), Gerry Straub or Tim Welch/ Angela Lockhart (CVL)
Location: Record 602 (Generally remote)
Requested Start Date: 7/1/2026
Must be a registered UPIKE student
This internship provides a student with hands-on experience in book marketing, nonprofit awareness, and institutional advancement with the nonprofits of Santa Chiara Children’s Home and Pax et Bonum Communications. The intern will design and execute a multi-phase campaign culminating in a final advancement initiative.
Internship is a good fit for a current UPIKE student with interest/major/minor in communication, film and media arts, information technology, English, management, medical humanities, social work, religious studies, or cultural studies.
By the end of the internship, the student will:
- Design and implement a marketing strategy for books and mission-based content
- Create and manage a nonprofit awareness campaign across digital platforms
- Brainstorm and provide initial planning for an advancement campaign
- Analyze campaign data to improve performance and decision-making
- Demonstrate growth in professional communication, leadership, and collaboration
- Reflect on personal strengths, career goals, and vocational direction
Throughout the experience, the intern will intentionally develop competencies identified by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, including communication, critical thinking, leadership, professionalism, teamwork, technology, equity & inclusion, and career & self-development.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND CAREER COMPETENCIES
- Research the market and do audience analysis (CSD, C, CT, T)
- Develop a Book Marketing Strategy (CSD, C, CT, CTR, L, T)
- Create Content for Social Media (CSD, C, P, T)
- Develop Brand Storytelling Strategy (CSD, C, CTR, P, T)
- Organize Campaign Materials (CSD, P)
- Initiate an Advancement Campaign Plan (CSD, C, CT, L, P, TW, T)
COMPETENCIES/SKILLS
Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)
COMPUTER SKILLS
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, Social Media & New Technology
OTHER SKILLS
Attention to detail, Strong active listening abilities, Written & verbal communication, Customer focused, Willingness to learn new things
WORK SCHEDULE
Hours vary depending on workload
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Keyboarding
NUMBER OF POSITIONS
One
HOURS NEEDED PER WEEK
15+. No more than 40 hours per week.
PAY RATE
Beginning at $8.75/hour
LOCATION
Location: Record 602 (Generally remote)
TERMS
Upon hire, the intern must register for the Summer II Internship course. To receive course credit, students will complete assignments concurrently with internship work. Students are required to work a total minimum of 80 hours and will be eligible for the following credit hours: 80-119 hours of work + course completion = 2 credit hours; 120-159 hours of work + course completion = 3 credit hours; 160-199 hours of work + course completion = 4 credit hours; 200-239 hours of work + course completion = 5 credit hours; 240+ hours of work = 6 credit hours. Summer interns in this position cannot exceed 40 hours of work per week.
APPLICATION NOTES
Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates.
The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.
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Which companies in Kentucky are most likely to sponsor visas for interns?
Large employers with established internship programs and global operations are the most common sponsors. In Kentucky, that includes companies like Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Georgetown, Humana and UPS in Louisville, and Lexmark International in Lexington. Healthcare systems such as UK HealthCare and Norton Healthcare also run structured internship programs. Smaller firms and local businesses rarely sponsor international interns due to the administrative requirements involved.
What visa types are most common for internship roles in Kentucky?
F-1 CPT and F-1 OPT are the most common authorizations for international interns in Kentucky. CPT allows work during studies when the internship is integrated into your curriculum, while OPT permits work before or after graduation. J-1 intern and trainee visas are another option, typically facilitated through a designated sponsor organization. H-1B sponsorship for internships is rare, as the cap and lottery process make it impractical for short-term roles.
How to find internship visa sponsorship jobs in Kentucky?
Migrate Mate filters internship listings specifically by visa sponsorship eligibility and state, making it straightforward to identify Kentucky employers open to international candidates. Because internship sponsorship is less common than full-time sponsorship, filtering by role type and location saves significant time. Migrate Mate's Kentucky internship listings pull from employers who have indicated willingness to support work authorization, so you're not sorting through positions that won't consider sponsored candidates.
Which cities in Kentucky have the most internship sponsorship opportunities?
Louisville is Kentucky's primary hub for sponsored internships, driven by its concentration of Fortune 500 companies including Humana, Yum! Brands, and Kindred Healthcare. Lexington is the second-largest market, with opportunities in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and technology through companies like Lexmark and UK HealthCare. Georgetown, home to Toyota's largest North American plant, also generates engineering and operations internships. Smaller cities like Bowling Green offer manufacturing-focused opportunities through automotive suppliers.
Are there any Kentucky-specific factors international interns should know about?
Kentucky's internship market is heavily tied to manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare, so degree alignment matters more than in broader tech-focused markets. University pipelines play a significant role: the University of Kentucky and University of Louisville both have employer partnerships that facilitate structured internship placements, which can ease the CPT authorization process. International students should confirm their program's CPT policy with their DSO well before accepting any internship offer in Kentucky.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored internship jobs in Kentucky?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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