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Talent Acquisition Intern roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, psychology, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian professionals can apply as soon as they secure a qualifying offer from a U.S. employer willing to file a Labor Condition Application.
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Get Access To All JobsABOUT LATHAM & WATKINS:
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Associate Recruiting Coordinator is an integral part of Latham’s Associate Recruiting team. This role will be responsible for supporting all aspects of entry-level hiring of associates, including the summer program and campus outreach, while serving as a liaison to law schools and developing strategies and budgets. This role will be located in our Houston office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities:
- Supporting all phases of recruiting efforts, including coordinating candidate interviews and correspondence, performing GPA calculations, and maintaining candidate records
- Developing and maintaining relationships with target law schools, career services, student organizations, vendors, and other recruitment professionals, serving as the firm's liaison while assisting in executing and representing the firm at recruiting and external functions
- Planning and executing logistics for the summer program and entry-level hiring, including orientation, programming, events, and offer letters
- Developing and monitoring budgets and expenses for outreach and recruiting efforts, and collaborating with team members and committees to identify and implement new marketing and promotional strategies
- Providing administrative support to the Recruiting Committee, assisting in managing long-term hiring goals, preparing recruitment statistics and reports, and developing presentations for internal and external audiences
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
QUALIFICATIONS
- Display well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively at all organizational levels and work well in a team with a customer-service focus
- Demonstrate the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion, strong analytical skills with minimal supervision, and attention to detail for quality assurance
- Possess the organizational skills to manage time, prioritize tasks, handle multiple deadlines, and exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office, applicant tracking systems, and interview platforms
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in legal recruitment or professional services
BENEFITS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
- Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
Please click here to review your rights under U.S. employment laws.
PAY RANGE:
USD $75,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.
ABOUT LATHAM & WATKINS:
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Associate Recruiting Coordinator is an integral part of Latham’s Associate Recruiting team. This role will be responsible for supporting all aspects of entry-level hiring of associates, including the summer program and campus outreach, while serving as a liaison to law schools and developing strategies and budgets. This role will be located in our Houston office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities:
- Supporting all phases of recruiting efforts, including coordinating candidate interviews and correspondence, performing GPA calculations, and maintaining candidate records
- Developing and maintaining relationships with target law schools, career services, student organizations, vendors, and other recruitment professionals, serving as the firm's liaison while assisting in executing and representing the firm at recruiting and external functions
- Planning and executing logistics for the summer program and entry-level hiring, including orientation, programming, events, and offer letters
- Developing and monitoring budgets and expenses for outreach and recruiting efforts, and collaborating with team members and committees to identify and implement new marketing and promotional strategies
- Providing administrative support to the Recruiting Committee, assisting in managing long-term hiring goals, preparing recruitment statistics and reports, and developing presentations for internal and external audiences
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
QUALIFICATIONS
- Display well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively at all organizational levels and work well in a team with a customer-service focus
- Demonstrate the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion, strong analytical skills with minimal supervision, and attention to detail for quality assurance
- Possess the organizational skills to manage time, prioritize tasks, handle multiple deadlines, and exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office, applicant tracking systems, and interview platforms
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in legal recruitment or professional services
BENEFITS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
- Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
Please click here to review your rights under U.S. employment laws.
PAY RANGE:
USD $75,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Talent Acquisition Intern
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Talent acquisition intern roles must require a specific bachelor's degree to meet the E-3 visa specialty occupation standard. A degree in human resources, industrial-organizational psychology, or business with an HR concentration is stronger than a general business degree when an employer files your LCA.
Target employers already running structured internship programs
Companies with formal internship cohorts have HR and legal infrastructure in place to file LCAs. Employers running rotational intern programs in people operations or recruiting are more likely to have handled E-3 or H-1B visa paperwork before and won't treat your sponsorship request as novel.
Search for E-3 sponsorship roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters roles by E-3 sponsorship history so you're not cold-applying to employers who have never filed for Australian nationals. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you receive an offer.
Raise sponsorship before the offer stage
Intern hiring cycles move fast and many recruiters don't know E-3 differs from H-1B. Introduce your Australian citizenship and E-3 eligibility during the second interview round so the hiring team can confirm LCA feasibility before extending an offer.
Confirm your offer letter specifies full-time hours
DOL requires the LCA to reflect the actual position, including hours and worksite. An internship offer structured as part-time or project-based can complicate the LCA filing. Get written confirmation that the role is full-time and tied to a fixed U.S. worksite address before your employer submits the application.
Prepare your credential equivalency documentation early
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for E-3 purposes, but your employer's legal team may request a credential evaluation. Gather your official transcripts and request a course-by-course evaluation before you receive a conditional offer.
E-3 Visa Talent Acquisition Intern: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Talent Acquisition Intern jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Talent Acquisition Intern roles with confirmed E-3 sponsorship history. Most general job boards don't filter by visa type, so you end up cold-applying to employers who may have no experience filing an LCA. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have already sponsored E-3 or related visas, which means less time educating recruiters and more time interviewing.
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 Talent Acquisition Intern role actually qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
It can, but the role description matters. The position must require a bachelor's degree in a specific field, typically human resources, industrial-organizational psychology, or a closely related discipline. A generic internship posting that lists a degree as preferred rather than required will not meet the specialty occupation standard. Ask your employer to confirm the degree requirement is written into the formal job description before the LCA is filed with the DOL.
How does E-3 compare to H-1B for Talent Acquisition Intern roles?
The E-3 is substantially easier to obtain for this role type. H-1B has an annual cap of 65,000 slots and a lottery, so even a qualified candidate may not be selected. The E-3 has a 10,500 annual allocation that has never been exhausted, meaning there is no lottery and no waiting period tied to the fiscal year. For an internship that may convert to a full-time role, E-3 also allows indefinite two-year renewals, giving you a longer runway than a single H-1B cap year.
Can I start the internship before my E-3 visa is approved?
No. You must have an approved E-3 visa stamp before you can begin work in the U.S. in E-3 status. The LCA must be certified by the DOL first, typically within seven business days, and then you attend a consulate interview in Australia to receive the visa stamp. Starting work before the stamp is issued would be a status violation, so align your internship start date with realistic consulate processing timelines at Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth.