Project Team Leader Jobs at American Eagle Outfitters with Visa Sponsorship
Project Team Leader roles at American Eagle Outfitters sit at the intersection of retail operations and cross-functional team management, covering everything from store execution to product and supply chain coordination. American Eagle has an established track record of sponsoring international talent across multiple visa categories for this function.
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As the full-time Store Team Leader, you are the CEO of your store! You are an entrepreneurial-minded business owner who takes pride in maximizing the daily operations of your store. You are passionate about developing a strong team through effective coaching and training, you are a pro at making tough, strategic decisions to drive your business, you consistently deliver operational excellence and your store is always rocking AEO Brand Standards. Most importantly, you bring your REAL self to work every day!
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
You have a passion for driving results: You're an expert at driving sales by maximizing overall store productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience. You're entrepreneurial-minded and you create, manage and own your store's business plan to meet KPI goals.
You're a business innovator: Because you own the controllable elements of your store's P&L, you are skilled at analyzing reporting and daily sales trends to make real-time, innovative business decisions in order to achieve store financial goals.
You're a people leader: You're passionate about recruiting, hiring and retaining a high-performing team. You're an advocate for your team's development, you encourage your team to pursue internal opportunities, and you always have a succession plan in place to ensure a clear career path for all associates. You take pride in developing store leadership through leadership development training, performance feedback, individual development plans and annual performance reviews.
You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You champion a culture of teamwork and recognition by establishing and communicating goals, holding your team accountable to brand standards, and celebrating and rewarding outstanding performance daily.
Your store rocks AEO Brand Standards: You ensure your store consistently maintains AEO Brand Visual Standards by owning all visual and merchandising processes. You are the "go-to" when it comes to Floorsets, merchandise adjustments and replenishment and your team always has a clear understanding of their role in keeping the store guest-ready.
Workforce Management - it's your "thing": You know that maximizing your business requires a well thought-out schedule! By evaluating traffic, calendars and payroll reports, you're able to make scheduling adjustments to meet business needs. As a result, payroll is always in check and you're always leveraging your top talent to deliver an impeccable guest experience.
Integrity is your middle name: You demonstrate integrity when making compensation decisions, you ensure audit and shrink results meet Asset Protection Standards, you follow AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always.
YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF:
You love AE and Aerie products!
You've led functional teams in a retail management role previously - #practicemakesperfect!
You can multi-task and have attention to detail; priority-setting and time management are your strong suits.
You know how to lead and develop teams and have a general understanding of employment law.
You have a track record of effective communication and conflict management.
Business acumen? You've got it!
You understand how to analyze reporting to drive sales.
You have flexible availability - you're available to work when the guest shops!
OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO BECAUSE:
They work with REAL people - there's nothing like your #AEOFamily.
They're given opportunities for development, the chance to learn new skills, and are offered great potential for career advancement.
They receive 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year-round (plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets!)
They participate in store contests for the chance to win FREE merchandise and other exclusive prizes.
American Eagle is a leading American jeans and apparel brand, the go-to destination for casual style, embraced by generations of youth since 1977. We are rooted in authenticity, powered by positivity and inspired by our community. Our collections are designed to inspire self-expression and empower our customers to celebrate their own uniqueness. We have broadened our leadership by producing innovative, sustainable fabrics.
AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.
For Brand Ambassador and Stock positions, hiring will be based on need, however, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. For all other store jobs, applications will be accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume.
PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click HERE.
AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
Job Identification 24770
Job Category Stores
Posting Date 2026-04-24
Job Schedule Full time
Locations Las Vegas, NV, United States
YOUR ROLE
As the full-time Store Team Leader, you are the CEO of your store! You are an entrepreneurial-minded business owner who takes pride in maximizing the daily operations of your store. You are passionate about developing a strong team through effective coaching and training, you are a pro at making tough, strategic decisions to drive your business, you consistently deliver operational excellence and your store is always rocking AEO Brand Standards. Most importantly, you bring your REAL self to work every day!
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
You have a passion for driving results: You're an expert at driving sales by maximizing overall store productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience. You're entrepreneurial-minded and you create, manage and own your store's business plan to meet KPI goals.
You're a business innovator: Because you own the controllable elements of your store's P&L, you are skilled at analyzing reporting and daily sales trends to make real-time, innovative business decisions in order to achieve store financial goals.
You're a people leader: You're passionate about recruiting, hiring and retaining a high-performing team. You're an advocate for your team's development, you encourage your team to pursue internal opportunities, and you always have a succession plan in place to ensure a clear career path for all associates. You take pride in developing store leadership through leadership development training, performance feedback, individual development plans and annual performance reviews.
You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You champion a culture of teamwork and recognition by establishing and communicating goals, holding your team accountable to brand standards, and celebrating and rewarding outstanding performance daily.
Your store rocks AEO Brand Standards: You ensure your store consistently maintains AEO Brand Visual Standards by owning all visual and merchandising processes. You are the "go-to" when it comes to Floorsets, merchandise adjustments and replenishment and your team always has a clear understanding of their role in keeping the store guest-ready.
Workforce Management - it's your "thing": You know that maximizing your business requires a well thought-out schedule! By evaluating traffic, calendars and payroll reports, you're able to make scheduling adjustments to meet business needs. As a result, payroll is always in check and you're always leveraging your top talent to deliver an impeccable guest experience.
Integrity is your middle name: You demonstrate integrity when making compensation decisions, you ensure audit and shrink results meet Asset Protection Standards, you follow AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always.
YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF:
You love AE and Aerie products!
You've led functional teams in a retail management role previously - #practicemakesperfect!
You can multi-task and have attention to detail; priority-setting and time management are your strong suits.
You know how to lead and develop teams and have a general understanding of employment law.
You have a track record of effective communication and conflict management.
Business acumen? You've got it!
You understand how to analyze reporting to drive sales.
You have flexible availability - you're available to work when the guest shops!
OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO BECAUSE:
They work with REAL people - there's nothing like your #AEOFamily.
They're given opportunities for development, the chance to learn new skills, and are offered great potential for career advancement.
They receive 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year-round (plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets!)
They participate in store contests for the chance to win FREE merchandise and other exclusive prizes.
American Eagle is a leading American jeans and apparel brand, the go-to destination for casual style, embraced by generations of youth since 1977. We are rooted in authenticity, powered by positivity and inspired by our community. Our collections are designed to inspire self-expression and empower our customers to celebrate their own uniqueness. We have broadened our leadership by producing innovative, sustainable fabrics.
AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.
For Brand Ambassador and Stock positions, hiring will be based on need, however, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. For all other store jobs, applications will be accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume.
PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click HERE.
AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
Job Identification 24770
Job Category Stores
Posting Date 2026-04-24
Job Schedule Full time
Locations Las Vegas, NV, United States
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Tailor your resume to AEO's operating model
American Eagle runs both AE and Aerie brands across retail, digital, and supply chain functions. Highlight experience managing cross-functional teams or leading execution in fast-paced retail environments. Generic project management credentials won't differentiate you here.
Target roles across store and corporate tracks
Project Team Leader openings at American Eagle span store-level operations and corporate functions. Search both tracks separately because sponsorship eligibility and petition pathways can differ depending on whether the role is classified as an in-store or headquarter position.
Confirm your OPT timeline before applying
If you're on F-1 OPT, map your cap-out date against AEO's typical hiring cycle. Retail employers move quickly once interviews start, but STEM OPT extensions give you additional runway if your degree qualifies. Start your search early enough to leave room for an H-1B petition if needed.
Use Migrate Mate to filter AEO's open Project Team Leader roles by visa type
American Eagle posts roles across multiple locations and functions simultaneously. Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for Project Team Leader positions where sponsorship is indicated, so you're not wasting applications on roles that won't support your visa category.
Understand how TN classification applies to this role
Canadian and Mexican nationals should verify whether the specific Project Team Leader position qualifies under a recognized TN occupation category like management consultant or engineer. The DOL and USCIS criteria are strict, and the role title alone doesn't guarantee TN eligibility.
Clarify sponsorship scope before accepting an offer
When you receive an offer, ask HR directly whether sponsorship covers the full Green Card process through PERM and EB-2 or EB-3, or only the initial H-1B petition. Retail employers vary significantly on how far they'll go, and assumptions made at offer stage create problems later.
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Does American Eagle Outfitters sponsor H-1B visas for Project Team Leaders?
Yes, American Eagle Outfitters has sponsored H-1B visas for Project Team Leader roles. The role needs to qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS criteria, which means the position must typically require a bachelor's degree or equivalent in a specific field. Corporate and supply chain-oriented Project Team Leader roles tend to meet that threshold more readily than purely operational store positions.
Which visa types are commonly used for Project Team Leader roles at American Eagle Outfitters?
American Eagle Outfitters supports several visa categories for this function, including H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, and employment-based Green Card pathways like EB-2 and EB-3. F-1 OPT is common for recent graduates entering project coordination roles, while H-1B and Green Card sponsorship are more typical for experienced hires in corporate or supply chain-focused positions.
How do I apply for Project Team Leader jobs at American Eagle Outfitters?
You can apply directly through American Eagle Outfitters' careers portal or through Migrate Mate, which surfaces AEO's sponsored Project Team Leader roles filtered by visa type so you can identify the right openings faster. Before applying, tailor your application to the specific track, whether that's store operations, corporate, or supply chain, since each has different qualifications and sponsorship considerations.
What qualifications does American Eagle Outfitters expect for Project Team Leader roles?
American Eagle typically looks for candidates with a bachelor's degree in business, operations, supply chain, or a related field, combined with demonstrated experience leading teams in retail or fast-moving consumer environments. For visa sponsorship purposes, your degree field should align closely with the specific role function. Candidates with cross-functional project experience across merchandising, logistics, or store operations tend to be strongest.
How do I plan my timeline if I need sponsorship for a Project Team Leader role at American Eagle Outfitters?
If you're targeting H-1B sponsorship, the USCIS cap registration window opens in March each year, with employment starting October 1 at the earliest. That means your offer and petition need to be in place well before the March registration deadline. F-1 OPT holders should track their authorization end date carefully and discuss H-1B transition with HR early in the onboarding process to avoid gaps.
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