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Event Coordinator roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in event management, hospitality, communications, or a related field. Employers file the Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting your I-129 petition to USCIS, typically six months before your intended start date.
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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
At HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.
Primary Responsibilities
Looking for a detail-oriented Event Coordinator in Omaha, NE. We are looking for someone to plan, coordinate, and execute high quality events, conferences, and trainings that reflect HDR’s professional standards and brand. This role is responsible for logistics, vendor coordination, contract arrangements, and on-site coordination. They will perform all related activities to ensure the event is successful.
Other responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Work with other departments for the planning, coordination, and execution of meetings, conferences, and events of varying size and complexity
- Coordinate timelines, production schedules, resources, and deliverables to ensure events are executed on time and within scope
- Coordinate logistics including venue selection, room setups, audiovisual needs, catering, travel, lodging, and shipping of materials
- Serve as the primary on-site point of contact to ensure seamless event execution and a positive attendee experience
- Source, contract, and manage relationships with venues, hotels, audiovisual providers, catering partners, and other vendors
- Work with venue staff, on-site personnel, third-party vendors, and subcontractors during events
- Partner closely with internal stakeholders, leadership, and steering committees to gather requirements and align on event objectives
- Develop, track, and manage event budgets
- Process invoices, track expenses, and complete post-event financial reconciliation
- Oversee multiple meetings and projects simultaneously while maintaining high client satisfaction
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information discussed during meetings and events
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Event Management, Business, or other applicable major
- 2 – 4 years in event coordination, event venues, event industry, and/or related experience
- Experience working with event logistics, coordination, and planning large events
- Experience maintaining quality customer service and relationships with vendors, venues, and other related parties
- Experience using event management software
- Excellent analytical skills
- Strong organization skills
- Good presentation skills
- Knowledge of AV technology
Required Qualifications
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location: United States-Nebraska-Omaha
Industry: Administrative
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Marketing and Admin
Job Posting: May 4, 2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Event Coordinator
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
H-1B approval depends on your role meeting the specialty occupation standard. Check the O*NET profile for Event Coordinators to confirm the degree fields USCIS recognizes as directly related before your employer files.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for Event Coordinator roles. Prior LCA filings signal an established H-1B process and an HR team familiar with sponsorship timelines.
Negotiate your start date around the cap deadline
H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed in April for an October 1 start. Push your offer negotiation to confirm your employer will meet the registration window, not just the filing deadline.
Document event-specific credentials before applying
CMP or CEM certifications alone don't satisfy H-1B requirements, but they strengthen specialty occupation arguments. Pair them with your degree transcripts and a job description that explicitly lists a bachelor's degree as required.
Confirm your employer is registered with E-Verify
Some event companies, particularly boutique agencies, haven't enrolled in E-Verify. USCIS requires E-Verify participation for H-1B cap-exempt employers and certain federal contractors, so confirm enrollment status before accepting an offer.
Request the LCA wage level in writing before signing
DOL assigns your role a wage level from I to IV on the LCA. Level I locks in an entry wage that can limit raises. Ask your employer which level they're filing under and verify it against the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area.
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Find Event Coordinator JobsEvent Coordinator H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Event Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
It depends on how the position is defined. USCIS requires that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. An Event Coordinator job description that lists a degree in event management, hospitality management, or communications as a minimum requirement supports a specialty occupation argument. Generic listings that say 'bachelor's preferred' or accept any degree field are harder to approve.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Event Coordinators?
Universities, hospital systems, large hotel groups, convention centers, and corporate event departments at Fortune 500 companies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. They have dedicated HR infrastructure and recurring filing needs. Boutique event agencies and nonprofits sponsor less frequently, though it does happen. You can filter for employers with active LCA filing history for this occupation on Migrate Mate.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition if I'm currently on OPT?
Yes. If you're working as an Event Coordinator on OPT when your employer files your H-1B in April, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your OPT authorization through September 30 if your OPT expires before October 1. If your case is still pending after September 30, your cap-gap extension continues until USCIS issues a final decision, as long as you remain in the same role.
What happens if my H-1B petition is denied while I'm working as an Event Coordinator?
A denial ends your authorization to work in that H-1B status. If you're transitioning from OPT, your cap-gap protection also ends. You'd need to stop working immediately and either file an appeal, have your employer refile with a stronger specialty occupation argument, or explore a change of status to another visa category. USCIS issues a Request for Evidence before most denials, giving your employer a chance to respond.
How does prevailing wage work for Event Coordinator H-1B filings?
Your employer must pay you at least the prevailing wage for your specific occupation, job duties, and work location. DOL sets this using the OFLC Wage Search tool, which assigns a wage level based on your experience and responsibilities. Level I reflects entry-level duties; Level III or IV reflects senior coordinators managing large budgets or teams. The wage on your LCA becomes a floor your employer can't drop below during your H-1B period.
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