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Program Associate roles in policy, international development, and nonprofit management qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when the position requires a relevant bachelor's degree. Australian professionals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without entering a lottery, with employer obligations limited to filing a Labor Condition Application before your consulate appointment.
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The Birnbaum Women’s Leadership Center (BWLC) at NYU School of Law invites applications for the position of Program Associate to support the operations of and advance the mission of the BWLC. We are looking for an energetic, detail-oriented, and committed individual to join our highly collaborative team.
Birnbaum Women’s Leadership Center at NYU Law
The BWLC builds on NYU Law’s rich history at the forefront of advancing women in the legal profession. A premier leadership development and law school program, the BWLC develops, empowers, and inspires the next generation of leaders in the law through an array of programs. The BWLC is also a hub for thought leadership — incubating and championing ideas that foster equality in the workplace and an inclusive democracy through public events and curated discussions. The BWLC simultaneously serves as a movement strategy engine, working to catalyze meaningful systemic change – including as home to the nationally recognized think tank, The Marcy Syms Equality Initiative (MSEI), which advances sex-based equality under the law.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Program Associate is an integral part of the BWLC team and contributes to all aspects of the Center’s programming, working directly with BWLC Executive Director Jennifer Weiss-Wolf; MSEI Director Ting Ting Cheng; BWLC Faculty Director and Frederick I. and Grace Stokes Professor Melissa Murray; BWLC Legal Fellow; and key supporters and stakeholders.
Specific duties include:
- Coordinate event preparation for 15-20 community/public events each year, including signature annual symposia
- Oversee all logistics in preparation for and on the day of events
- Draft and design programs and promotional materials; liaise with NYU Law Communications on social media and signage
- Conduct outreach and provide support for attendees, including RSVP and list management
- Engage external partners, including Bar Associations, advocacy organizations, academic institutions, NYU student groups and centers, as well as public venue partners and booksellers, as needed
- Coordinate with speakers to draft collateral; handle travel and reimbursements
- Among the high-profile speakers the BWLC has hosted include public leaders (the Honorable Elena Kagan, the Honorable Rosalie Abella, former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder); journalists (Jamelle Bouie, Irin Carmon); advocates (Sherrilyn Ifill, Reshma Saujani).
Coordinate and support BWLC leadership initiatives
- Annual Leadership Summit
- All of the above for event preparation plus liaise with key NYU Law partners and Advisory Board members; coordinate all aspects of Summit sponsorships
- Executive Education and Law Firm Programming
- Provide support for BWLC leadership and facilitators
Promote the BWLC’s institutional advancement efforts
- Support the BWLC Advisory Board (coordinate communications and outreach, as well as logistics and materials for two annual meetings, plus other event planning as necessary)
- Fundraising (provide support for BWLC leadership on donor and stakeholder relations)
Provide oversight and support for law school and student initiatives
- NYU Law Student Awards
- Manage nomination announcement and inquiries
- Facilitate application review and selection process
- High School Summer Internship
- Post opportunity, coordinate applications and selection
- Manage assignments/communication/feedback and overall experience
- Visiting Fellow-in-Residence Program
- Post opportunity, coordinate applications
Craft public communications
- Maintain and update BWLC and MSEI website and social media channels (Instagram, LinkedIn)
- Draft, design, and send BWLC and MSEI newsletters, event updates, and fundraising appeals
- Manage mailing list and Mailchimp account
- Edit and design annual summary, brochures, and other public-facing collateral
Provide support for the general operations of the Center
- Assist BWLC Executive Director with budget tracking, reimbursement, expense reports
- Manage BWLC team calendar and weekly meetings
- Liaise across Law School administration – with AV/IT, Facilities, Communications, Student Affairs, and the Dean’s Office
- Serve as creative thought partner about the overall work, mission, reputation of the BWLC and MSEI as these programs continue to grow in visibility and national presence
BENEFITS AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
In compliance with New York City’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary range is $50,000-$55,000 for the position. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
NYU offers an excellent, comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off and retirement contributions. Information about benefits can be viewed here.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Ideal candidates will possess:
- Bachelors’ degree plus at least one year of managing multiple projects and deadlines
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to take initiative and demonstrate attention to detail
- Commitment to leadership development, university and legal professional life, and the public interest
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, web design, and graphic design; comfort with or willingness to learn: web publishing and Mailchimp
TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three professional/academic references to Interfolio. We will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled with a start date of early August 2026. The Program Associate is expected to work in-person at NYU Law.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
SUSTAINABILITY STATEMENT
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
INTRODUCTION
The Birnbaum Women’s Leadership Center (BWLC) at NYU School of Law invites applications for the position of Program Associate to support the operations of and advance the mission of the BWLC. We are looking for an energetic, detail-oriented, and committed individual to join our highly collaborative team.
Birnbaum Women’s Leadership Center at NYU Law
The BWLC builds on NYU Law’s rich history at the forefront of advancing women in the legal profession. A premier leadership development and law school program, the BWLC develops, empowers, and inspires the next generation of leaders in the law through an array of programs. The BWLC is also a hub for thought leadership — incubating and championing ideas that foster equality in the workplace and an inclusive democracy through public events and curated discussions. The BWLC simultaneously serves as a movement strategy engine, working to catalyze meaningful systemic change – including as home to the nationally recognized think tank, The Marcy Syms Equality Initiative (MSEI), which advances sex-based equality under the law.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Program Associate is an integral part of the BWLC team and contributes to all aspects of the Center’s programming, working directly with BWLC Executive Director Jennifer Weiss-Wolf; MSEI Director Ting Ting Cheng; BWLC Faculty Director and Frederick I. and Grace Stokes Professor Melissa Murray; BWLC Legal Fellow; and key supporters and stakeholders.
Specific duties include:
- Coordinate event preparation for 15-20 community/public events each year, including signature annual symposia
- Oversee all logistics in preparation for and on the day of events
- Draft and design programs and promotional materials; liaise with NYU Law Communications on social media and signage
- Conduct outreach and provide support for attendees, including RSVP and list management
- Engage external partners, including Bar Associations, advocacy organizations, academic institutions, NYU student groups and centers, as well as public venue partners and booksellers, as needed
- Coordinate with speakers to draft collateral; handle travel and reimbursements
- Among the high-profile speakers the BWLC has hosted include public leaders (the Honorable Elena Kagan, the Honorable Rosalie Abella, former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder); journalists (Jamelle Bouie, Irin Carmon); advocates (Sherrilyn Ifill, Reshma Saujani).
Coordinate and support BWLC leadership initiatives
- Annual Leadership Summit
- All of the above for event preparation plus liaise with key NYU Law partners and Advisory Board members; coordinate all aspects of Summit sponsorships
- Executive Education and Law Firm Programming
- Provide support for BWLC leadership and facilitators
Promote the BWLC’s institutional advancement efforts
- Support the BWLC Advisory Board (coordinate communications and outreach, as well as logistics and materials for two annual meetings, plus other event planning as necessary)
- Fundraising (provide support for BWLC leadership on donor and stakeholder relations)
Provide oversight and support for law school and student initiatives
- NYU Law Student Awards
- Manage nomination announcement and inquiries
- Facilitate application review and selection process
- High School Summer Internship
- Post opportunity, coordinate applications and selection
- Manage assignments/communication/feedback and overall experience
- Visiting Fellow-in-Residence Program
- Post opportunity, coordinate applications
Craft public communications
- Maintain and update BWLC and MSEI website and social media channels (Instagram, LinkedIn)
- Draft, design, and send BWLC and MSEI newsletters, event updates, and fundraising appeals
- Manage mailing list and Mailchimp account
- Edit and design annual summary, brochures, and other public-facing collateral
Provide support for the general operations of the Center
- Assist BWLC Executive Director with budget tracking, reimbursement, expense reports
- Manage BWLC team calendar and weekly meetings
- Liaise across Law School administration – with AV/IT, Facilities, Communications, Student Affairs, and the Dean’s Office
- Serve as creative thought partner about the overall work, mission, reputation of the BWLC and MSEI as these programs continue to grow in visibility and national presence
BENEFITS AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
In compliance with New York City’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary range is $50,000-$55,000 for the position. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
NYU offers an excellent, comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off and retirement contributions. Information about benefits can be viewed here.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Ideal candidates will possess:
- Bachelors’ degree plus at least one year of managing multiple projects and deadlines
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to take initiative and demonstrate attention to detail
- Commitment to leadership development, university and legal professional life, and the public interest
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, web design, and graphic design; comfort with or willingness to learn: web publishing and Mailchimp
TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three professional/academic references to Interfolio. We will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled with a start date of early August 2026. The Program Associate is expected to work in-person at NYU Law.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
SUSTAINABILITY STATEMENT
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Program Associate
Translate your Australian degree for employers
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree is treated as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 visa purposes. Prepare a credential evaluation letter from a NACES-approved evaluator before interviews so employers aren't left guessing.
Target employers with existing LCA filing history
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for Program Associate or Program Coordinator job titles. Employers who've filed LCAs before understand the process and won't treat your E-3 sponsorship request as a dealbreaker.
Frame your role as a specialty occupation upfront
Program Associate positions in advocacy, global health, or policy analysis routinely qualify, but generalist program roles sometimes don't. Confirm the job description lists a specific degree field requirement, not just 'bachelor's preferred,' before accepting an offer.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the full process
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This covers DOL certification, DS-160 preparation, and consulate appointment readiness without requiring you to manage each step independently.
Clarify who handles the LCA before signing
The LCA is an employer obligation, not yours, but many Program Associate employers, especially small nonprofits, have never filed one. Raise this early in the offer stage so HR can engage their legal team or a filing service before your start date.
Time your application around nonprofit hiring cycles
Many Program Associate roles at nonprofits and international organizations follow grant-funded hiring cycles with spring and fall peaks. Applying during these windows gives you better odds of landing employers with budget already allocated and timelines that accommodate E-3 consulate processing.
E-3 Visa Program Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Program Associate jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point. It surfaces Program Associate roles from employers with E-3 sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to organizations unfamiliar with the visa. Filtering by sponsorship type saves significant time compared to manually screening postings and then asking HR whether they'll sponsor an Australian national.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Program Associate role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
It depends on how the position is defined. If the job description requires a specific bachelor's degree in a field like public policy, international relations, social work, or public health, it meets the specialty occupation standard. If the posting says any bachelor's degree is acceptable regardless of field, the role may not qualify. Reviewing the actual job description before applying is the most reliable way to assess this.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Program Associate roles?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no cap that affects when you can start. For Program Associate roles, which often have defined start dates tied to grant cycles or academic calendars, this is a practical advantage. H-1B visa petitions are subject to a lottery with an October 1 start date, which can push your start by six to twelve months if selected at all.
Can I change employers or take a promotion while on an E-3 as a Program Associate?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp if your current one has expired. A title change to Senior Program Associate or Program Manager with substantially different duties also requires a new LCA to confirm the prevailing wage still matches. Plan for at least a few weeks of processing time when changing roles.