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Esthetician jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers are built around degree-level duties in skin science, cosmetic chemistry, or esthetics program management. Sponsors typically structure these roles to meet the specialty occupation standard, requiring a bachelor's degree or its equivalent in a directly related field.
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Overview
WHO WE ARE
Equinox is a category of one, setting the global standard for luxury health, wellness, and hospitality. Our spaces are intentionally elevated, our standards uncompromising, and our expectations high. We attract people who take pride in excellence, care deeply about quality, and want to be part of something that feels different the moment you walk through the door.
We are builders, operators, and innovators who believe great environments and meaningful human connection change lives. Diversity, belonging, and ownership aren’t slogans here, they’re how we work. At Equinox, colleagues don’t just support the business; they shape the future of wellness. Because for us, it’s not fitness. It’s life.
WHAT WE DO
We create premium, immersive experiences where performance, hospitality, design, and human connection converge—and every detail matters. This is not a traditional fitness environment. It is a place where high standards, accountability, and pride in craft define the work.
Fueled by an entrepreneurial mindset, we trust our people with real responsibility and real impact. Growth is earned through action, learning is hands-on, and careers are built by those who want to operate at the highest level. At Equinox, we don’t just offer opportunities—we offer long-term pathways for people who want to do meaningful work in an environment that expects more and delivers more.
Job Description
Are you a results driven Licensed Esthetician passionate about helping people maximize their potential? If so, we are excited to discuss career opportunities with you! We are seeking energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Licensed Estheticians who are interested in making a significant impact in a growing and dynamic organization. Equinox can offer Licensed Estheticians a long term career with competitive pay, an innovative and forward thinking work environment, and access to a committed community of members who prioritize their health and performance!
The Licensed Esthetician’s job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Analyze, consult and perform facials and body treatments in a professional and comfortable setting
- Responsible for directing all efforts toward member satisfaction
- Position has room for growth into management within the company
Qualifications
The successful candidate must have the following experience, skills, and education:
- Active DC Master Esthetician Manager licensed in good standing
- Current NCEA certification, where applicable to DC licensure
- Must possess a valid Esthetician license
- Minimum of 2 years of experience performing advanced esthetic services in a professional spa environment
- Must have specific training in facial and body waxing
- Ability to handle clients in difficult situations
- Enthusiastic, energetic, personable, and friendly, as well as passionate, intelligent, and knowledgeable regarding the fitness industry
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time management, organizational, and follow-up skills
- Ability to utilize new techniques and ideas
- Computer literate
Pay Transparency: Session range of: $40.22-119.13 based on type and length of service, hourly rate of $18.40 with commission and bonus opportunities
Additional Information
AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:
- We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees
- Complimentary Club membership
- Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop
NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.
Equinox is an equal opportunity employer.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.
Master Licensed Esthetician, Washington DC
Overview
WHO WE ARE
Equinox is a category of one, setting the global standard for luxury health, wellness, and hospitality. Our spaces are intentionally elevated, our standards uncompromising, and our expectations high. We attract people who take pride in excellence, care deeply about quality, and want to be part of something that feels different the moment you walk through the door.
We are builders, operators, and innovators who believe great environments and meaningful human connection change lives. Diversity, belonging, and ownership aren’t slogans here, they’re how we work. At Equinox, colleagues don’t just support the business; they shape the future of wellness. Because for us, it’s not fitness. It’s life.
WHAT WE DO
We create premium, immersive experiences where performance, hospitality, design, and human connection converge—and every detail matters. This is not a traditional fitness environment. It is a place where high standards, accountability, and pride in craft define the work.
Fueled by an entrepreneurial mindset, we trust our people with real responsibility and real impact. Growth is earned through action, learning is hands-on, and careers are built by those who want to operate at the highest level. At Equinox, we don’t just offer opportunities—we offer long-term pathways for people who want to do meaningful work in an environment that expects more and delivers more.
Job Description
Are you a results driven Licensed Esthetician passionate about helping people maximize their potential? If so, we are excited to discuss career opportunities with you! We are seeking energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Licensed Estheticians who are interested in making a significant impact in a growing and dynamic organization. Equinox can offer Licensed Estheticians a long term career with competitive pay, an innovative and forward thinking work environment, and access to a committed community of members who prioritize their health and performance!
The Licensed Esthetician’s job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Analyze, consult and perform facials and body treatments in a professional and comfortable setting
- Responsible for directing all efforts toward member satisfaction
- Position has room for growth into management within the company
Qualifications
The successful candidate must have the following experience, skills, and education:
- Active DC Master Esthetician Manager licensed in good standing
- Current NCEA certification, where applicable to DC licensure
- Must possess a valid Esthetician license
- Minimum of 2 years of experience performing advanced esthetic services in a professional spa environment
- Must have specific training in facial and body waxing
- Ability to handle clients in difficult situations
- Enthusiastic, energetic, personable, and friendly, as well as passionate, intelligent, and knowledgeable regarding the fitness industry
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time management, organizational, and follow-up skills
- Ability to utilize new techniques and ideas
- Computer literate
Pay Transparency: Session range of: $40.22-119.13 based on type and length of service, hourly rate of $18.40 with commission and bonus opportunities
Additional Information
AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:
- We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees
- Complimentary Club membership
- Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop
NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.
Equinox is an equal opportunity employer.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Esthetician
Document your degree equivalency early
If your esthetics or cosmetology credential is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying. USCIS requires degree equivalency evidence when your foreign qualification supports the specialty occupation claim.
Target employers with degree-required postings
Search for esthetician roles that explicitly require a bachelor's in skin science, cosmetology science, or a related field. Spas, medical aesthetic practices, and cosmetic companies that mandate a degree are the employers structuring positions to meet H-1B specialty occupation standards.
Find sponsors using Migrate Mate's LCA data
Pull up Migrate Mate's employer database to identify companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for esthetician or skincare roles. Past LCA filings show which employers have sponsored H-1B workers in this field before, reducing your research time significantly.
Verify your worksite LCA before starting
Each location where you'll provide services needs its own certified LCA. If you're hired by a medspa group operating across multiple clinics, confirm your employer has filed a separate LCA for every worksite before you begin working there.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty occupation argument
The O*NET occupation profile for estheticians outlines the knowledge domains and theoretical requirements tied to the role. Reference these categories when working with your employer's immigration counsel to build the specialty occupation justification in the I-129 petition.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Run your job title and worksite ZIP code through the OFLC Wage Search to see the prevailing wage level your employer must meet on the LCA. Your offered wage can't fall below this floor, so knowing the number before you negotiate prevents last-minute offer complications.
H-1B Visa Esthetician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an esthetician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Not automatically. A standard esthetician position requiring only a state cosmetology license does not meet the H-1B specialty occupation standard, which requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Employers who sponsor H-1B workers in this field typically restructure the role around degree-level responsibilities in skin science, cosmetic chemistry, or esthetics education, and document that requirement explicitly in the job description and petition.
What type of employer is most likely to sponsor an H-1B for an esthetician?
Medical aesthetic practices, cosmetic dermatology clinics, luxury resort spas, and cosmetic product companies are the most common sponsors. These employers often require a bachelor's degree in a science-related field and assign duties that go beyond hands-on treatments, such as product development, training program management, or clinical protocol design. Browse Migrate Mate to see which employers have active H-1B LCA filings for skincare and esthetics roles.
Can my employer file one LCA if I work at multiple spa locations?
No. Each worksite where you'll regularly provide services requires its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your employer operates several clinic or spa locations and expects you to rotate between them, they must file a separate LCA for each site and post the required notices at each location before you begin working there.
How long does H-1B status last for an esthetician role?
Initial H-1B status is granted for up to three years, with one extension available for a total maximum of six years. After six years, continued H-1B status requires an approved I-140 immigrant petition or another qualifying green card milestone under AC21 portability rules. Your employer's immigration counsel can advise on timing if you're approaching the six-year cap.
What credentials should I prepare before an employer files my H-1B petition?
Gather your academic transcripts, diploma, and any professional certifications in esthetics or skin science. If your degree is from outside the U.S., obtain a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator confirming bachelor's equivalency. Your employer will also need your state esthetics or cosmetology license, since practicing without it creates a separate compliance issue independent of the H-1B petition itself.