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Public Policy Manager roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship because they meet the specialty occupation standard, a relevant bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, or a related field is required. The E-3 has no lottery and renews every two years, making it a stable long-term option for Australian professionals in government affairs and policy analysis.
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As a member of Google’s Government Affairs and Public Policy team, you'll be part of a global government affairs team, working across regions, product areas, and functions. You’ll combine creativity and intellectual excellence with the organizational skills to manage various campaigns, projects and initiatives. In this role, you’ll advocate for Google to bring external perspectives back into the company to inform our perception and direction. You're passionate about the opportunity to shape the future of how we use and build technology for everyone.
The Platforms and Devices Products team supports the Android, Play, Chrome and Pixel product areas to advise on public policy issues. We work closely with Communications, Marketing, Legal, Partnerships, and other teams within Google to develop consistent public policy strategies and positions to share with relevant stakeholders around the world. Google takes its responsibilities seriously, including engaging with government and other stakeholders on important public policy challenges. The Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) team leads the company’s engagement with executive branch officials, legislators, regulators and third-parties in the formation of public policy. Working closely with Google leaders, GAPP seeks to identify key policy issues, listen carefully to others’ views and opinions, and distill and share the company’s perspective on those issues with external stakeholders. While we focus on challenges affecting the internet, our issue areas are increasingly broad and encompass many areas where public policy, business, and technology intersect. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $141000 - $206000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Identify opportunities to proactively shape policy landscape. Develop and execute campaigns that accomplish Google’s goals.
- Organize, manage, and communicate critical plans and initiatives to internal stakeholders. Demonstrate the discipline to manage competing projects with tight deadlines.
- Manage external consultants and third-party advisors for health and home-related initiatives to support team objectives.
- Advise product, engineering, legal and external communications teams through a public policy lens.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 7 years of experience working on technology policy issues within government, think tanks, public interest groups, or industry associations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced degree in policy, communications, law or equivalent practical experience.
- Ability to navigate ambiguity within large organizations and get things done.
- Excellent personal, investigative, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Excellent network of professional contacts and relationships in government, think tanks, industry associations, and media.
Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
ABOUT THE JOB
As a member of Google’s Government Affairs and Public Policy team, you'll be part of a global government affairs team, working across regions, product areas, and functions. You’ll combine creativity and intellectual excellence with the organizational skills to manage various campaigns, projects and initiatives. In this role, you’ll advocate for Google to bring external perspectives back into the company to inform our perception and direction. You're passionate about the opportunity to shape the future of how we use and build technology for everyone.
The Platforms and Devices Products team supports the Android, Play, Chrome and Pixel product areas to advise on public policy issues. We work closely with Communications, Marketing, Legal, Partnerships, and other teams within Google to develop consistent public policy strategies and positions to share with relevant stakeholders around the world. Google takes its responsibilities seriously, including engaging with government and other stakeholders on important public policy challenges. The Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) team leads the company’s engagement with executive branch officials, legislators, regulators and third-parties in the formation of public policy. Working closely with Google leaders, GAPP seeks to identify key policy issues, listen carefully to others’ views and opinions, and distill and share the company’s perspective on those issues with external stakeholders. While we focus on challenges affecting the internet, our issue areas are increasingly broad and encompass many areas where public policy, business, and technology intersect. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $141000 - $206000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Identify opportunities to proactively shape policy landscape. Develop and execute campaigns that accomplish Google’s goals.
- Organize, manage, and communicate critical plans and initiatives to internal stakeholders. Demonstrate the discipline to manage competing projects with tight deadlines.
- Manage external consultants and third-party advisors for health and home-related initiatives to support team objectives.
- Advise product, engineering, legal and external communications teams through a public policy lens.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 7 years of experience working on technology policy issues within government, think tanks, public interest groups, or industry associations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced degree in policy, communications, law or equivalent practical experience.
- Ability to navigate ambiguity within large organizations and get things done.
- Excellent personal, investigative, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Excellent network of professional contacts and relationships in government, think tanks, industry associations, and media.
Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Frame your credentials for U.S. specialty occupation
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 visa purposes. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying, consular officers use it to confirm your degree meets the specialty occupation threshold.
Target employers with active federal contracts
Consulting firms, think tanks, and nonprofits holding federal contracts file LCAs regularly and understand the E-3 process. Search DOL's FLAG portal for certified LCAs under SOC code 11-1011 or 19-3094 to identify organisations that have already sponsored policy roles.
Address dual intent directly in your application
Public policy roles often attract candidates with long-term U.S. ambitions, and consular officers will probe for immigrant intent. Prepare a clear narrative that shows strong ties to Australia and a defined scope for your U.S. role before your interview.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA
The LCA must be DOL-certified before your consulate appointment, and errors in the prevailing wage or job duties sections cause delays. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so your offer-to-appointment timeline stays on track.
Negotiate E-3 filing costs into your offer
Unlike H-1B visa, the E-3 has no employer-side petition fee to USCIS, which makes sponsorship cheaper and faster for employers. Use that angle when discussing relocation packages, most policy employers will absorb the LCA and consular fees once they understand the cost difference.
Verify your job description meets specialty occupation
A Public Policy Manager title alone won't satisfy the E-3 specialty occupation test if the role description accepts any bachelor's degree. Confirm with your employer that the posted duties and degree requirements are specific to public policy, political science, or a directly related discipline.
E-3 Visa Public Policy Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Public Policy Manager jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Public Policy Manager roles filtered by E-3 visa sponsorship. Because the E-3 doesn't require a lottery, employers face far less friction than with H-1B, so more policy-focused organisations are open to sponsoring Australian candidates. Migrate Mate surfaces roles where employers have confirmed willingness to support the E-3 process.
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 Public Policy Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as public policy, political science, economics, or international relations. The key is that the degree requirement must be tied directly to the duties of the role. Generic management positions that accept any degree often fail the specialty occupation test, so the job description needs to be precise about field requirements.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Public Policy Manager roles?
The E-3 is significantly more practical for Australian public policy professionals. There's no annual lottery, the annual allocation of 10,500 visas has never been exhausted, and the employer doesn't file a petition with USCIS. The process runs entirely through DOL for the LCA and then a consulate appointment, meaning a qualified candidate can start work within weeks of an offer rather than waiting for a lottery result.
Can I change employers or move to a different policy role on an E-3?
Yes, but you'll need a new LCA certified by the DOL and a new E-3 visa stamp before starting with the new employer if you're outside the U.S. If you're already in the U.S. in valid E-3 status, your new employer can file a new LCA and you can begin work once it's certified, though you'll need the updated stamp at your next international trip. Each role and employer requires its own LCA.