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Associate Recruiter jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit at an interesting intersection: the role requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, which typically satisfies the specialty occupation standard. Employers filing an LCA must certify a prevailing wage for each worksite, and your H-1B status runs up to three years, extendable to six.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Chicago
Other locations: Primary Location Only
Salary: Competitive
Date: Nov 6, 2026
Job description
Requisition ID: 1759586
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.
We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
Everything we do for our clients comes down to having the right mix of business and technical knowledge and experience for every occasion. Our colleagues across our business look to us to identify the most promising talent that possess those skills. As an Early Careers Recruiter, you’ll be right at the heart of that goal. Directly engaging with colleagues, external influencers and candidates from a diverse array of backgrounds.
The opportunity
You’ll own activities throughout a specific market, including various recruiting events and programs. You’ll be part of a collaborative team with high visibility to leadership and the opportunity to network with a wide array of stakeholders and influencers. You’ll be acting as an ambassador for EY, so our reputation for excellence and innovation will be in your hands. You’ll be bringing future leaders into the firm while having the opportunity to grow and build your career.
Your key responsibilities
It’s no exaggeration to say no two days are quite the same in this role. You’ll take on a wide range of responsibilities from facilitating and attending campus recruiting events to working with large scale programs. You’ll work closely with business leaders to develop recruiting strategies for specific universities, colleges and markets. You’ll work closely with our internship program to ensure our interns are engaged and given challenging opportunities.
Skills and attributes for success
You’ll be managing a diverse array of talent projects and events so strong organizational skills and attention to detail are key. You’ll have the ability to build and nurture long term relationships with internal and external influencers and stakeholders. You’ll need to be creative and innovative in developing sourcing strategies that attract talent and focus on diversity initiatives.
To qualify for the role, you must have
- A proven record of success in talent attraction and retention
- A broad understanding of recruitment laws and practices
- General understanding in compensation practices and benefit laws and practices
- Experience managing and planning multiple events
- Practical knowledge of common computer programs (i.e., Microsoft Office) including applicant tracking systems (i.e., SuccessFactors, Yello)
- Strong communication skills including comfort in speaking to large audiences
- 5-7 plus years of related experience
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- Travel expectations: 20-50% over the course of the year
Ideally, you’ll also have
- Experience working within professional services or large matrix corporate environment
- Analytical skills to interpret and react to complex and constantly evolving data
- Experience supervising small teams and providing counseling
What we look for
We’re interested in creative and innovative professionals ready to manage the recruiting process and build a talent pipeline of future leaders within our organization. You’ll need to be agile, ready to learn and have a genuine passion for finding the right talent.
What we offer you
At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.
- We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job is:
- New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices – $88,900 to $151,100
- Bay Area California offices – $92,600 to $157,400
- All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $74,100 to $138,500
- Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
- Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
- To make the most of your application experience, please limit yourself to two applications within a six-month period.
- EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.
- For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
- At EY, our values set the foundation for how we work and the behaviors we expect of our people. Any misrepresentation or falsification of information or lack of integrity at any point in the recruiting process may result in withdrawal of your candidacy, revocation of an offer or immediate termination of employment.
EY | Building a better working world
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
All in to shape the future with confidence.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
Location: Chicago
Other locations: Primary Location Only
Salary: Competitive
Date: Nov 6, 2026
Job description
Requisition ID: 1759586
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.
We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
Everything we do for our clients comes down to having the right mix of business and technical knowledge and experience for every occasion. Our colleagues across our business look to us to identify the most promising talent that possess those skills. As an Early Careers Recruiter, you’ll be right at the heart of that goal. Directly engaging with colleagues, external influencers and candidates from a diverse array of backgrounds.
The opportunity
You’ll own activities throughout a specific market, including various recruiting events and programs. You’ll be part of a collaborative team with high visibility to leadership and the opportunity to network with a wide array of stakeholders and influencers. You’ll be acting as an ambassador for EY, so our reputation for excellence and innovation will be in your hands. You’ll be bringing future leaders into the firm while having the opportunity to grow and build your career.
Your key responsibilities
It’s no exaggeration to say no two days are quite the same in this role. You’ll take on a wide range of responsibilities from facilitating and attending campus recruiting events to working with large scale programs. You’ll work closely with business leaders to develop recruiting strategies for specific universities, colleges and markets. You’ll work closely with our internship program to ensure our interns are engaged and given challenging opportunities.
Skills and attributes for success
You’ll be managing a diverse array of talent projects and events so strong organizational skills and attention to detail are key. You’ll have the ability to build and nurture long term relationships with internal and external influencers and stakeholders. You’ll need to be creative and innovative in developing sourcing strategies that attract talent and focus on diversity initiatives.
To qualify for the role, you must have
- A proven record of success in talent attraction and retention
- A broad understanding of recruitment laws and practices
- General understanding in compensation practices and benefit laws and practices
- Experience managing and planning multiple events
- Practical knowledge of common computer programs (i.e., Microsoft Office) including applicant tracking systems (i.e., SuccessFactors, Yello)
- Strong communication skills including comfort in speaking to large audiences
- 5-7 plus years of related experience
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- Travel expectations: 20-50% over the course of the year
Ideally, you’ll also have
- Experience working within professional services or large matrix corporate environment
- Analytical skills to interpret and react to complex and constantly evolving data
- Experience supervising small teams and providing counseling
What we look for
We’re interested in creative and innovative professionals ready to manage the recruiting process and build a talent pipeline of future leaders within our organization. You’ll need to be agile, ready to learn and have a genuine passion for finding the right talent.
What we offer you
At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.
- We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job is:
- New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices – $88,900 to $151,100
- Bay Area California offices – $92,600 to $157,400
- All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $74,100 to $138,500
- Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
- Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
- To make the most of your application experience, please limit yourself to two applications within a six-month period.
- EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.
- For those living in California, please click here for additional information.
- At EY, our values set the foundation for how we work and the behaviors we expect of our people. Any misrepresentation or falsification of information or lack of integrity at any point in the recruiting process may result in withdrawal of your candidacy, revocation of an offer or immediate termination of employment.
EY | Building a better working world
EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
All in to shape the future with confidence.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Associate Recruiter
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Pull your O*NET profile for Human Resources Specialists before applying. Confirm your degree field maps directly to the listed knowledge areas. A business administration or HR degree strengthens the specialty occupation argument; a loosely related degree needs a credential evaluation letter ready upfront.
Target employers with HR department infrastructure
Staffing agencies and small businesses rarely carry the internal HR and legal resources to file I-129 petitions. Focus your search on mid-size to enterprise companies with dedicated talent acquisition teams, since they already manage H-1B filings and understand the LCA certification process.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for HR and recruiting roles. That history signals an employer who has already navigated the DOL and USCIS process for positions like yours, cutting the education overhead you'd face with a first-time sponsor.
Verify your worksite LCA before day one
Each office location where you'll recruit requires its own certified LCA. If your role involves a hybrid arrangement or a different city than your employer's main address, confirm with HR that the correct worksite is listed on the LCA before USCIS receives the I-129 petition.
Request premium processing during offer negotiation
USCIS premium processing cuts adjudication to 15 business days. Raise it during the offer stage, not after signing. Some employers budget it routinely for hard-to-fill roles; others need a direct ask. Getting written confirmation of who covers the fee protects you if timelines tighten.
Check prevailing wage tiers with OFLC Wage Search
Run your job title, SOC code, and offered worksite through OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing level. Knowing the threshold yourself lets you catch underpayment errors that could delay or invalidate your petition.
H-1B Visa Associate Recruiter: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Associate Recruiter role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It can, but the employer must structure the position around duties that genuinely require a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as human resources, business administration, or organizational psychology. Generic administrative recruiting tasks won't satisfy the specialty occupation standard. Employers who frame the role around workforce analytics, compliance-driven sourcing, or HR strategy are better positioned to defend the petition if USCIS issues a Request for Evidence.
How do I find Associate Recruiter jobs where the employer already sponsors H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can browse Associate Recruiter openings at companies that have already navigated the DOL and USCIS process for HR roles. That prior filing history is a practical signal that the employer understands sponsorship obligations and has legal infrastructure in place, which significantly reduces your risk of a withdrawn offer mid-petition.
What happens to my H-1B status if my recruiting role is eliminated or I'm laid off?
You have a 60-day grace period after your H-1B employment ends to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or depart the country. During that window you're not authorized to work. Your new employer must file a fresh I-129 petition with USCIS before you start. Acting quickly matters because the grace period doesn't reset or extend if you change jobs again.
Can my employer transfer me to a different office after my H-1B is approved?
Yes, but each worksite requires its own certified LCA from DOL before you begin working there. If your employer moves you to a new city or a client site not covered by the original LCA, they must file an amended or new petition reflecting that location. Working at an unlisted worksite is a compliance violation that can jeopardize your status and your employer's ability to sponsor future petitions.
Does H-1B status allow me to pursue a green card while working as an Associate Recruiter?
Yes. H-1B is a dual-intent visa, meaning you can file for permanent residence without it being treated as evidence that you plan to abandon your nonimmigrant status. Many Associate Recruiters on H-1B pursue employer-sponsored green cards through PERM labor certification, which requires your employer to test the labor market before filing an I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf. The timeline varies significantly based on your country of birth.