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Internal Communications Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or a related field. Large enterprises and mid-size companies with dedicated HR and legal teams file the most LCAs for this role, making employer size a practical filter when targeting your search.
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City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked among the top in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Program Manager, Internal Communications develops and executes strategic communications that inform, engage and connect employees, physicians, clinicians, leaders and administrative teams across City of Hope Atlanta and its outpatient care locations.
Reporting to the Executive Director, Marketing & Communications, this position serves as the lead for day-to-day internal communications in the Atlanta market. The Program Manager develops annual and initiative-specific communications plans; creates, edits and publishes original and repurposed content; manages key internal communications channels; supports executive and change communications; and coordinates multiple communications programs and projects concurrently.
The Program Manager owns the end-to-end production of City of Hope Atlanta’s weekly employee newsletter, distributed through the FirstUp platform each week, and manages content for the Atlanta resources page on the organization’s SharePoint intranet. The position also uses employee surveys, engagement data and stakeholder feedback to evaluate communications effectiveness and recommend improvements.
Working closely with Atlanta leaders, department representatives and the City of Hope system Marketing & Communications team, the Program Manager ensures that local communications align with organizational priorities, brand standards and City of Hope’s mission, values and culture. The role also contributes to integrated communications planning for significant organizational announcements and major initiatives, including new or expanded care locations, partnerships, service expansions and other significant launches.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in internal communications or related field
- Strong writing, editing, and content creation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Proficiency in using communication platforms and tools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in healthcare communications
- Familiarity with SharePoint and employee engagement tools
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
Please note: City of Hope is committed to a safe and transparent hiring experience. Please be aware that scammers may attempt to impersonate our organization through fake job postings, emails or interviews.
- Apply only through our official website or trusted partner platforms.
- City of Hope will never request payment or fees at any stage of the hiring process.
- We will not request sensitive personal or financial information prior to the acceptance of a formal offer.
- All communications will come from official @coh.org email addresses.
- Interviews are conducted only through approved, professional channels.
- Be cautious of unsolicited communications, urgent requests or opportunities that seem inconsistent with standard hiring practices.
- If you receive any suspicious communication, please report it to careers@coh.org.
INTRODUCTION
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked among the top in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Program Manager, Internal Communications develops and executes strategic communications that inform, engage and connect employees, physicians, clinicians, leaders and administrative teams across City of Hope Atlanta and its outpatient care locations.
Reporting to the Executive Director, Marketing & Communications, this position serves as the lead for day-to-day internal communications in the Atlanta market. The Program Manager develops annual and initiative-specific communications plans; creates, edits and publishes original and repurposed content; manages key internal communications channels; supports executive and change communications; and coordinates multiple communications programs and projects concurrently.
The Program Manager owns the end-to-end production of City of Hope Atlanta’s weekly employee newsletter, distributed through the FirstUp platform each week, and manages content for the Atlanta resources page on the organization’s SharePoint intranet. The position also uses employee surveys, engagement data and stakeholder feedback to evaluate communications effectiveness and recommend improvements.
Working closely with Atlanta leaders, department representatives and the City of Hope system Marketing & Communications team, the Program Manager ensures that local communications align with organizational priorities, brand standards and City of Hope’s mission, values and culture. The role also contributes to integrated communications planning for significant organizational announcements and major initiatives, including new or expanded care locations, partnerships, service expansions and other significant launches.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in internal communications or related field
- Strong writing, editing, and content creation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Proficiency in using communication platforms and tools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in healthcare communications
- Familiarity with SharePoint and employee engagement tools
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
Please note: City of Hope is committed to a safe and transparent hiring experience. Please be aware that scammers may attempt to impersonate our organization through fake job postings, emails or interviews.
- Apply only through our official website or trusted partner platforms.
- City of Hope will never request payment or fees at any stage of the hiring process.
- We will not request sensitive personal or financial information prior to the acceptance of a formal offer.
- All communications will come from official @coh.org email addresses.
- Interviews are conducted only through approved, professional channels.
- Be cautious of unsolicited communications, urgent requests or opportunities that seem inconsistent with standard hiring practices.
- If you receive any suspicious communication, please report it to careers@coh.org.
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Frame your degree for specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the role. A communications, PR, or organizational behavior degree maps cleanly. An unrelated degree needs a written explanation tying your coursework to internal communications work.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up LCA filings under SOC code 11-2011 (Advertising and Promotions Managers) or 11-2031 (Public Relations Managers). Employers who filed recently for those codes are already comfortable sponsoring this role.
Target companies with in-house legal or HR teams
Internal Communications Manager roles are almost exclusively found at companies large enough to have structured HR functions. Those same companies typically have immigration counsel on retainer, which shortens the time between offer and I-129 filing.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level I through Level IV wage for your metro area before your offer conversation. Your employer's LCA must certify at least the prevailing wage, so knowing the floor protects you if the initial offer comes in below it.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Search Internal Communications Manager roles on Migrate Mate to filter for employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history in this occupation. That filters out postings where sponsorship is listed as possible but never actually filed.
Clarify filing timing during the offer stage
H-1B cap-subject petitions can only be filed for an October 1 start date. If you're receiving an offer outside the March registration window, ask whether the employer will file for cap-exempt status or bridge you on OPT cap-gap while waiting for the next cycle.
H-1B Visa Internal Communications Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Internal Communications Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as communications, journalism, public relations, or organizational behavior. Roles where any degree is accepted regardless of field are harder to defend as specialty occupations. Employers strengthen the case by documenting degree requirements in the job description and LCA before filing.
Which employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for internal communications roles?
Large corporations, tech companies, financial institutions, and healthcare systems file the most LCAs for communications management roles because they have dedicated internal comms functions and established immigration programs. Mid-size companies with in-house HR teams also sponsor, but less consistently. You can check which employers have filed for this occupation using Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL LCA filing history by role.
Can an Internal Communications Manager be classified under a specific SOC code for the LCA?
Most employers file under SOC 11-2031 (Public Relations and Fundraising Managers) or 11-2011 (Advertising and Promotions Managers), depending on how the role is structured. The SOC code affects the prevailing wage tier the employer must certify. If the job description emphasizes employee engagement and change management, some employers use management analyst codes, which can affect the wage floor.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from an Internal Communications Manager role?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart the U.S. If a new employer files an H-1B transfer petition within that window, you can begin working once USCIS receives the petition. The grace period does not reset if you find a new role quickly, so starting the transfer process immediately matters.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect my timeline for starting an internal communications job?
Cap-subject H-1B petitions have a single annual registration window in March, with an October 1 start date if selected. If you're on OPT when the offer comes in, cap-gap provisions may extend your authorization through September 30 of the lottery year. Employers who are universities, nonprofits affiliated with universities, or government research organizations are cap-exempt and can file year-round.