PT Jobs at Michaels Stores with Visa Sponsorship
PT roles at Michaels Stores sit within a retail environment that blends creative product knowledge with customer service. Michaels has a history of supporting international candidates through employer-sponsored visa pathways, making it a practical target for PT job seekers who need work authorization.
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Build customer relationships while creating a memorable framing solution for their art. Help customers shop our store and be able to find what they’re looking for. Provide a safe, clean and clutter-free environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Major Activities
- Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Company programs to ensure compliance to applicable laws and requirements; execute Company policies and standards
- Embrace and execute personal designer by using Elevated ABC Deliver to build relationships with all customers while creating Custom Framing solutions
- Deliver sales and production results
- Complete framing orders with a high degree of quality and on time
- Maintain the ready made frame department and other assigned areas including SISO and Directed Replenishment
- Deliver friendly customer service; help customers shop and find what they are looking for; provide a well merchandised and in-stock store for the customer to shop
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs
- Support shrink and safety programs
- Interacts with others in an accepting and respectful manner; remains positive and respectful, even in difficult situations; promotes commitment to the organization’s vision and values; projects a positive image and serves as a role model for others
- Participate in the truck unload and stocking processes to ensure truck standards are followed and completed within budget
- Operate cash register and execute cash handling to standards
- Acknowledge customers, help locate product and provide solutions
- Assist with Omni channel processes
Other Duties As Assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Basic computer skills and basic measuring skills
- Ability to operate the framing equipment and glass cutter
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Retail experience
- Experience selling products and/or services to customers
Physical Requirements
- Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching and stretching
- Ability to move throughout the store
- Ability to remain standing for long periods of time
- Lifting heavy boxes and frames and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment
- If you need help performing these functions of your job, please contact supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you and find a reasonable accommodation
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Public retail store setting taking care of our customers; all public areas are climate controlled; some stock rooms may not be climate controlled; some outdoor work if assigned to retrieve shopping carts or while unloading trucks; Frame shop contains glass cutter and heat press; work hours include nights, weekends and early mornings
LOCATION
Store - DET-ALLEN PARK, MI
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more.
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
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INTRODUCTION
Build customer relationships while creating a memorable framing solution for their art. Help customers shop our store and be able to find what they’re looking for. Provide a safe, clean and clutter-free environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Major Activities
- Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Company programs to ensure compliance to applicable laws and requirements; execute Company policies and standards
- Embrace and execute personal designer by using Elevated ABC Deliver to build relationships with all customers while creating Custom Framing solutions
- Deliver sales and production results
- Complete framing orders with a high degree of quality and on time
- Maintain the ready made frame department and other assigned areas including SISO and Directed Replenishment
- Deliver friendly customer service; help customers shop and find what they are looking for; provide a well merchandised and in-stock store for the customer to shop
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs
- Support shrink and safety programs
- Interacts with others in an accepting and respectful manner; remains positive and respectful, even in difficult situations; promotes commitment to the organization’s vision and values; projects a positive image and serves as a role model for others
- Participate in the truck unload and stocking processes to ensure truck standards are followed and completed within budget
- Operate cash register and execute cash handling to standards
- Acknowledge customers, help locate product and provide solutions
- Assist with Omni channel processes
Other Duties As Assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Basic computer skills and basic measuring skills
- Ability to operate the framing equipment and glass cutter
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Retail experience
- Experience selling products and/or services to customers
Physical Requirements
- Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching and stretching
- Ability to move throughout the store
- Ability to remain standing for long periods of time
- Lifting heavy boxes and frames and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment
- If you need help performing these functions of your job, please contact supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you and find a reasonable accommodation
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Public retail store setting taking care of our customers; all public areas are climate controlled; some stock rooms may not be climate controlled; some outdoor work if assigned to retrieve shopping carts or while unloading trucks; Frame shop contains glass cutter and heat press; work hours include nights, weekends and early mornings
LOCATION
Store - DET-ALLEN PARK, MI
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more.
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
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Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
PT roles typically require a clinical doctorate or equivalent. Before applying, confirm your degree is from a regionally accredited institution and that your credentials are evaluated by a NACES-approved organization, since Michaels will need this for any H-1B filing.
Target store locations with dedicated clinical staffing
Retail chains like Michaels sometimes embed PT services in specific store formats or partnership arrangements. Research which locations actively post PT openings rather than applying broadly, since sponsorship decisions are made at the hiring-manager level for clinical roles.
Ask recruiters directly about PERM sponsorship timelines
If you're targeting a Green Card pathway, ask the recruiting team during the offer stage whether the role is eligible for PERM-based sponsorship. Retail employers vary on this, and clarifying early prevents surprises after your H-1B period begins.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified PT openings
Browsing generic job boards surfaces roles without sponsorship clarity. Search Migrate Mate to find PT positions at Michaels Stores that are specifically tagged for visa sponsorship, so you're applying to openings where your immigration status is already accounted for.
Prepare for cap-subject H-1B filing deadlines
If your offer comes through outside cap-exempt status, USCIS H-1B registration opens in March for an October 1 start. Coordinate your offer letter and employment start date with Michaels HR well in advance so the petition timeline matches your availability.
Clarify OPT STEM extension eligibility before accepting
Physical therapy programs at accredited U.S. institutions often qualify for STEM OPT extension under E-verify-enrolled employers. Confirm Michaels is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting an OPT-based offer, since this is required for the 24-month STEM extension to apply.
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Find PT at Michaels Stores JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Michaels Stores sponsor H-1B visas for PTs?
Yes, Michaels Stores has sponsored H-1B visas for PT roles. Because physical therapy qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a clinical doctorate, it meets USCIS criteria for H-1B eligibility. You'll need to coordinate the petition timeline with Michaels HR and confirm the role aligns with your degree and licensure, since state licensing requirements also factor into the process.
How do I apply for PT jobs at Michaels Stores?
Applications go through Michaels Stores' careers portal, where clinical and PT-specific roles are listed separately from general retail positions. Browsing through Migrate Mate lets you filter for PT openings at Michaels that are tied to visa sponsorship, so you're not spending time on postings that don't support your immigration needs before reaching out to their recruiting team.
Which visa types are commonly used for PT roles at Michaels Stores?
H-1B is the primary visa for PT roles at Michaels Stores due to the specialty occupation requirement. F-1 OPT and CPT are used for recent graduates completing clinical rotations or early employment. TN is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals with qualifying PT credentials. EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa categories apply for candidates pursuing permanent residency through employer-sponsored PERM.
What qualifications does Michaels Stores expect for PT candidates seeking sponsorship?
You'll need a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited program and an active state license in the state where you'll be working. USCIS requires evidence of the specialty occupation, so your credential evaluation and licensure documents are central to the H-1B petition. Relevant clinical experience in retail health or outpatient settings strengthens both your application and the petition.
How do I plan my timeline if Michaels Stores is filing my H-1B?
USCIS H-1B registration typically opens in March, with an October 1 employment start date for cap-subject petitions. If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT, confirm your OPT expiration date and whether a cap-gap extension applies to bridge the gap. Work with Michaels HR to align your offer letter, start date, and any premium processing decisions at least three to four months before the registration window opens.
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