Instructor Jobs at Northeastern University with Visa Sponsorship
Instructor roles at Northeastern University span a wide range of disciplines, from undergraduate teaching to professional and continuing education programs. Northeastern has an established process for sponsoring international faculty and instructors, making it a realistic option for candidates who need visa support to teach in the U.S.
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This job is in-person on the Oakland campus only. Under the direction of the Group Fitness Coordinator, the Group Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer is responsible for the following:
Responsibilities
- Teach group fitness classes – promote and assist with registration, report for scheduled classes on time and ready to teach a goal-specific and thorough class with preparation and professionalism.
- Conduct Personal Training sessions – promote and assist with registration, report for scheduled sessions on time and prepared to work with clients through a goal-specific and thorough workout with professionalism.
- Ensure safety throughout the facility and session; document any injury, illness, or suspected health issue and inform supervisor.
- Maintain a respectful and safe environment for all participants.
- Administrative responsibilities – manage class cancellations and communicate with supervisor and participants, communicate with clients regarding scheduling, regularly check email and respond promptly.
- Attend required trainings and keep certifications up-to-date. Complete surveys and questionnaires as requested.
- Maintain studio/fitness center space – remove any trash and return and organize any equipment used for sessions. Notify supervisor if any equipment is missing or damaged.
- Monitor the performance of microphones, sound systems, and other technology and report any problems with equipment or software to supervisor immediately.
Qualifications
Obtain and maintain current nationally accredited group fitness and/or personal trainer certification(s). Current certification in either American Red Cross or American Heart Association First Aid/CPR/AED is required prior to teaching. Opportunities for certification will be provided occasionally at no cost; however, if you are not able to attend, you must obtain certification on your own.
The expected hiring range for this position is $35 to $55 per hour, based on the position’s scope and responsibilities.
Position Type
Temporary
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay Rate
$35.00/hr - 55.00/hr
About The Opportunity
This job is in-person on the Oakland campus only. Under the direction of the Group Fitness Coordinator, the Group Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer is responsible for the following:
Responsibilities
- Teach group fitness classes – promote and assist with registration, report for scheduled classes on time and ready to teach a goal-specific and thorough class with preparation and professionalism.
- Conduct Personal Training sessions – promote and assist with registration, report for scheduled sessions on time and prepared to work with clients through a goal-specific and thorough workout with professionalism.
- Ensure safety throughout the facility and session; document any injury, illness, or suspected health issue and inform supervisor.
- Maintain a respectful and safe environment for all participants.
- Administrative responsibilities – manage class cancellations and communicate with supervisor and participants, communicate with clients regarding scheduling, regularly check email and respond promptly.
- Attend required trainings and keep certifications up-to-date. Complete surveys and questionnaires as requested.
- Maintain studio/fitness center space – remove any trash and return and organize any equipment used for sessions. Notify supervisor if any equipment is missing or damaged.
- Monitor the performance of microphones, sound systems, and other technology and report any problems with equipment or software to supervisor immediately.
Qualifications
Obtain and maintain current nationally accredited group fitness and/or personal trainer certification(s). Current certification in either American Red Cross or American Heart Association First Aid/CPR/AED is required prior to teaching. Opportunities for certification will be provided occasionally at no cost; however, if you are not able to attend, you must obtain certification on your own.
The expected hiring range for this position is $35 to $55 per hour, based on the position’s scope and responsibilities.
Position Type
Temporary
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay Rate
$35.00/hr - 55.00/hr
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Align your credentials with U.S. standards
Northeastern evaluates Instructor candidates on degree equivalency and teaching experience. If your highest degree was earned outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency before applying. A recognized equivalency removes friction early in the hiring process.
Target departments that hire repeatedly
Northeastern's College of Professional Studies and its health sciences and engineering programs consistently recruit instructors with international backgrounds. Focusing your applications on departments with active course loads increases your odds of landing a role that leads to sponsorship.
Understand how H-1B timing affects your start date
H-1B cap-subject petitions have an April 1 filing window and an October 1 start date. If Northeastern hires you outside that window, they may file under cap-exempt provisions available to higher education institutions, which allows year-round filing with no lottery.
Clarify sponsorship scope before accepting an offer
Northeastern sponsors several visa types for Instructor roles, including J-1, TN, and H-1B. Ask HR directly whether your specific role qualifies for H-1B and whether the university covers filing fees. These details are not always in the offer letter.
Use Migrate Mate to identify open Instructor postings
Instructor openings at Northeastern are posted across multiple channels and fill at different rates by department. Search Migrate Mate to filter Northeastern's active Instructor listings by visa type so you're only applying to roles where sponsorship is confirmed.
Prepare your PERM documentation early for permanent residency
If your goal is a Green Card through an EB-2 or EB-3 pathway, Northeastern will need to run a DOL PERM labor certification before filing your immigrant petition. That process can take one to two years, so raise your long-term immigration goals with HR during contract negotiations, not after.
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Does Northeastern University sponsor H-1B visas for Instructors?
Yes, Northeastern University sponsors H-1B visas for Instructor roles. As a higher education institution, Northeastern qualifies as a cap-exempt H-1B employer, which means it can file petitions year-round without entering the annual lottery. This makes it significantly more predictable than applying through a private employer subject to the H-1B cap.
How do I apply for Instructor jobs at Northeastern University?
Applications go through Northeastern's careers portal at northeastern.edu/careers. Each Instructor posting lists the hiring department, required qualifications, and appointment type. You can also browse Northeastern's open Instructor roles filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate, which makes it easier to focus on positions where international candidates are actively being considered.
Which visa types does Northeastern University commonly use for Instructor roles?
Northeastern sponsors multiple visa types for Instructor positions, including H-1B, J-1, TN (for Canadian and Mexican nationals), F-1 OPT, and F-1 CPT for students in qualifying programs. For longer-term or tenure-track adjacent appointments, the university also supports EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa petitions through the PERM labor certification process with the DOL.
What qualifications does Northeastern University expect for Instructor roles?
Most Instructor roles at Northeastern require at minimum a master's degree in a relevant field, though doctoral credentials are preferred for many positions, particularly in graduate-level or research-adjacent programs. Teaching experience, industry background, and subject matter expertise in fields like health sciences, engineering, or professional studies can strengthen your candidacy even if your degree field is not an exact match.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for Instructor hires at Northeastern?
Timeline depends on visa type. J-1 Scholar sponsorship through Northeastern's International Affairs office typically takes four to eight weeks. H-1B filings under the cap-exempt higher education provision can take two to four months with standard USCIS processing. If you're pursuing a Green Card through PERM, factor in one to two years for the DOL labor certification stage alone before USCIS petition filing begins.
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