Entry Level E-3 Visa Jobs

Entry level E-3 visa roles let Australian graduates step directly into U.S. specialty occupation jobs without competing in the H-1B lottery. Employers file your Labor Condition Application before you interview at the consulate, so your first U.S. job can start within weeks of receiving an offer.

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Overview

Open Jobs15,762+
Top Visa TypeE-3
Work Type95% On-site
Top LocationNew York, NY
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TikTok
Frontend Software Engineer
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TikTok
New 53m ago
Frontend Software Engineer
TikTok
San Jose, California
Software Engineering
Frontend Engineering
Backend Engineering
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$128k - $256k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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California State University
Assistant Academic Advisor
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California State University
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Assistant Academic Advisor
California State University
Bakersfield, California
Consulting & Professional Services
$4,482 - $6,342/mo
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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American Airlines
Analyst, AACU Technology Service Desk
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American Airlines
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Analyst, AACU Technology Service Desk
American Airlines
Fort Worth, Texas
IT Support & Systems Administration
Customer Service & Support
IT Support
Customer Support
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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University of Texas at Austin
FDRO Administrative Associate
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University of Texas at Austin
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FDRO Administrative Associate
University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service & Support
Healthcare Administration
$42k/yr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Vetcor
Associate Veterinarian
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Vetcor
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Associate Veterinarian
Vetcor
Ontario, New York
Clinical Support
Animal Care & Husbandry
$125k - $145k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Tips for Finding E-3 Visa Jobs

Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements

Pull your occupation's O*NET profile and confirm it lists a bachelor's degree in a specific field as the standard entry requirement. A general business degree won't support an E-3 for a software engineering role, even if you've done the work.

Look up prevailing wages before salary negotiations

Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before you get an offer. Your employer must certify at least the Level I prevailing wage on the LCA, so knowing that floor prevents you from negotiating yourself into a filing problem.

Find employers with active E-3 LCA filing history

Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers who have certified LCAs for your occupation. Prior filings signal that the HR and legal teams already understand the process, which dramatically shortens the time between offer and your consulate appointment.

Ask your employer to file the LCA before your interview date

The DOL must certify the LCA before you can present it at the consulate. Confirm with your hiring manager that legal counsel is engaged and the LCA is filed at least three weeks before your scheduled appointment to avoid delays.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get an E-3 visa for my first job out of university?

Yes. The E-3 has no minimum work experience requirement. What matters is that your role qualifies as a specialty occupation and your degree is in a field directly related to that role. Many Australian graduates secure E-3 sponsorship for their first professional position. Migrate Mate lists employers who have filed LCAs for entry level specialty occupation roles across tech, finance, engineering, and healthcare.

How do I know if an employer will sponsor an E-3 at the entry level?

Check whether the employer has previously certified Labor Condition Applications with the DOL for your job title and level. Employers with existing LCA filings have already cleared the internal approval process and understand their obligations. Many smaller firms that haven't sponsored before are still eligible but may need guidance from an immigration attorney before they commit to a first-time filing.

What happens if my degree field doesn't exactly match the job title?

The DOL and consular officer assess whether there is a logical connection between your field of study and the specialty occupation. A computer science degree supporting a data analyst role is generally accepted. A degree in communications supporting a software developer role is far harder to justify. If the match is indirect, your employer's attorney may need to document the connection through a detailed job description and your academic transcripts.

How long does the E-3 process take from job offer to starting work?

Most applicants complete the process in four to eight weeks. The DOL typically certifies the LCA within seven business days of a complete filing. Consulate appointment availability is the main variable: Sydney and Perth tend to have shorter wait times than Melbourne during peak periods. Your employer needs to have the LCA certified before you book your visa interview, so the timeline depends heavily on how quickly they engage their legal team.

Is the E-3 visa annual cap a real concern for entry level applicants?

In practice, no. USCIS allocates 10,500 E-3 visas per fiscal year, and that cap has never been reached. Unlike the H-1B, there is no lottery and no registration deadline. You can apply year-round as long as you have a qualifying job offer and a certified LCA. The cap is a statutory limit that exists on paper but has not created a backlog in the program's history.