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Internship roles with green card sponsorship are rare but real: some U.S. employers sponsor interns for EB-2 or EB-3 permanent residency when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher and meets PERM labor certification standards. Understanding which internships qualify and how to target sponsorship-ready employers is the first step.
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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.co.uk. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
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Discover Accounting and Finance at AbbVie 2027 Overview
The AbbVie Accounting & Finance Immersion is an unpaid, immersive experience for freshman and sophomore undergraduate students interested in future Accounting and Finance internships with AbbVie. Students will join us at AbbVie's Headquarters in Lake County, IL on May 20, 2027 to:
- Experience AbbVie’s culture firsthand
- Gain exposure to key accounting and finance business areas through interactive learning experiences
- Build an extended network of AbbVie representatives, leaders, and fellow students
- Participate in professional development and career exploration opportunities
AbbVie will provide travel and lodging for eligible students.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree with an expected graduation date between December 2028 – August 2030.
- Majoring in or a strong interest in exploring opportunities in Finance and/or Accounting
- Demonstrated utilization of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in academic and/or professional settings.
- Demonstrated leadership experience within a school or student organization setting.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Progress towards successfully completing at least three accounting courses (each with 3 credit hours) by the time of graduation, with one of the courses being focused on cost or managerial accounting.
- Dual major or minor in a related field is a plus
- Interest or exposure in utilizing systems and tools to visualize and present data in a meaningful way.
- Interest or exposure in data analysis and ability to perform robust analytics and predictive modeling.
- Currently enrolled in or completion of an accredited Excel or data visualization tool certificate program or course.
- Ability to use analytical skills to innovatively solve problems.
- Proven track record of working collaboratively in teams, being adaptable, innovative, proactive, and maintaining high ethical standards.
- Previous internship or related experience.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher.
Additional Information
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.co.uk. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Discover Accounting and Finance at AbbVie 2027 Overview
The AbbVie Accounting & Finance Immersion is an unpaid, immersive experience for freshman and sophomore undergraduate students interested in future Accounting and Finance internships with AbbVie. Students will join us at AbbVie's Headquarters in Lake County, IL on May 20, 2027 to:
- Experience AbbVie’s culture firsthand
- Gain exposure to key accounting and finance business areas through interactive learning experiences
- Build an extended network of AbbVie representatives, leaders, and fellow students
- Participate in professional development and career exploration opportunities
AbbVie will provide travel and lodging for eligible students.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree with an expected graduation date between December 2028 – August 2030.
- Majoring in or a strong interest in exploring opportunities in Finance and/or Accounting
- Demonstrated utilization of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in academic and/or professional settings.
- Demonstrated leadership experience within a school or student organization setting.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Progress towards successfully completing at least three accounting courses (each with 3 credit hours) by the time of graduation, with one of the courses being focused on cost or managerial accounting.
- Dual major or minor in a related field is a plus
- Interest or exposure in utilizing systems and tools to visualize and present data in a meaningful way.
- Interest or exposure in data analysis and ability to perform robust analytics and predictive modeling.
- Currently enrolled in or completion of an accredited Excel or data visualization tool certificate program or course.
- Ability to use analytical skills to innovatively solve problems.
- Proven track record of working collaboratively in teams, being adaptable, innovative, proactive, and maintaining high ethical standards.
- Previous internship or related experience.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher.
Additional Information
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Internship
Verify your internship qualifies for PERM
PERM requires the role to have a specific minimum education requirement tied to the position, not just the applicant. Confirm your internship job description formally requires a bachelor's degree in a defined field before pursuing EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship.
Research prevailing wages using OFLC Wage Search
DOL sets prevailing wage levels for PERM-sponsored roles by job title, location, and experience level. Run your internship title through OFLC Wage Search early so you can confirm the employer's offer meets the required threshold before filing begins.
Target employers with structured intern-to-hire pipelines
Green card sponsorship through PERM requires a permanent, full-time job offer. Internship programs that convert to full-time roles are the most realistic path. Focus your applications on employers with documented conversion programs and a history of sponsoring international hires.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsorship-ready employers
Not every employer advertising internships is prepared to sponsor a green card. Migrate Mate filters for employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're not discovering deal-breakers after accepting an offer.
Request an explicit sponsorship commitment before accepting
Ask the employer during the offer stage whether their internship-to-full-time path includes PERM sponsorship. Get the commitment in writing. USCIS and DOL require the employer to initiate the labor certification, so verbal assurances aren't enough.
Collect academic credentials now to avoid filing delays
PERM and I-140 filings require degree verification documents. If your degree is from a non-U.S. institution, arrange a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before your internship ends so your employer's attorney isn't waiting on you.
Green Card Internship: Frequently Asked Questions
Can an internship actually lead to a green card?
Yes, but only when the internship converts to a permanent, full-time position. PERM labor certification requires a permanent job offer, so the sponsorship process typically begins after a full-time role is confirmed. Some structured programs hire interns with a clear conversion path and initiate PERM within the first year of full-time employment.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for internship-to-hire roles?
H-1B visa is a temporary status subject to an annual lottery; green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is permanent and has no lottery at the petitioning stage. For many countries, EB-3 has no current backlog, meaning you could reach permanent residency faster than cycling through H-1B renewals. PERM takes longer upfront but leads to a definitive outcome.
Which EB category covers most internship-to-green-card paths?
EB-3 covers professionals with a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent, making it the most common category for roles that begin as internships. EB-2 applies if the full-time position requires an advanced degree or the employer can demonstrate the role warrants it. Your employer's immigration attorney will assess which category fits the job description.
How do I find internship employers who sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface employers with employment-based green card sponsorship history. Because most general job boards don't filter by immigration sponsorship type, searching without that filter wastes time on employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate's data lets you target EB-2 and EB-3 sponsoring employers from the first search.
What documents should I prepare before my employer starts the PERM process?
You'll need official transcripts, your diploma, and a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S. Your employer's attorney will also need your resume showing relevant experience and any professional licenses tied to the role. Having these ready before the PERM recruitment phase begins prevents delays that can push back your priority date.