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Student Coordinator jobs can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree in education, counseling, social work, or a directly related field. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering an initial three-year status period extendable to six years.
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Job Description
The Opportunity
The International Student Coordinator serves as the Designated School Official (DSO) for F-1 students at the Prescott campus. This position manages student records and reporting in the Department of Homeland Security’s Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), supports international student advising, coordinates pre-arrival programming, and assists with CPT, OPT, and STEM requests.
The Coordinator also supports orientation and student check-in activities, registers students in SEVIS each semester, serves as the Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the Prescott campus, participates in international student events, and collaborates with the International Student and Scholar Services team to improve processes and enhance the student experience. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for student programming. Travel for conferences and professional development may also be required.
About us
For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries.
Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow.
Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace.
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year. You'll also receive 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.
- Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
- Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.
- Personal Leave: Relax with 15 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.
Compensation
The annual salary range for this role is $40,000-$45,000. The final offer will be based on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience, as well as applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs, and may fall outside of the stated range.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent related experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
- One to three years of related experience, preferably in student support or international student services.
- Experience with SEVIS, Campus Solutions, Via TRM, Microsoft Office Suite, and Outlook preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Demonstrated initiative, collaboration, teamwork, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, student-centered environment.
- Ability to work effectively with students, supervisors, colleagues, and remote team members.
- Strong interpersonal and motivational skills.
- Proficiency with computers and technology.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work in a typical office environment and sit for extended periods.
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R312377. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)
Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry-Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry-Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Student Coordinator
Frame your degree as field-specific
H-1B eligibility hinges on a direct connection between your degree and the Student Coordinator duties. Translate your coursework in education, counseling, or student affairs into role-specific language on your resume so employers and USCIS adjudicators see the match clearly.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Target employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history in education and student services. Migrate Mate shows which institutions have sponsored roles in this occupational category, so you're applying to organizations already familiar with the sponsorship process.
Look beyond four-year universities
Community colleges, vocational schools, nonprofit education organizations, and EdTech companies with student-facing teams regularly sponsor Student Coordinators. These employers often have smaller applicant pools than flagship universities, giving your application more visibility during review.
Confirm the LCA covers your exact worksite
If the role involves coordinating students across multiple campus locations or remote sites, each distinct worksite needs its own certified LCA from DOL. Raise this with HR before signing an offer to avoid filing complications after you've already given notice.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation case
Student Coordinator maps to Standard Occupational Classification codes that O*NET details with specific degree-level education requirements. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your closest matching title and confirm your employer's job description mirrors those bachelor's-level qualifications before the I-129 is drafted.
Account for cap selection before accepting an offer
If you're not currently in H-1B status, your start date depends on cap selection, which follows a registration process whose rules have changed recently. Confirm your projected start date with your employer and USCIS so your offer letter reflects a realistic timeline rather than an assumed October 1 start.
H-1B Visa Student Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Student Coordinator role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It qualifies when the employer requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as education, counseling, higher education administration, or social work. Roles that accept any degree or substitute extensive experience without requiring a specific field of study do not meet the specialty occupation standard. The job description USCIS reviews must make the degree requirement explicit.
Which employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for Student Coordinators?
Universities, community colleges, nonprofit student-services organizations, international education programs, and EdTech companies with dedicated student support functions are the most active sponsors. Institutions with large international student populations tend to have established sponsorship processes because their HR and legal teams already manage H-1B filings regularly. You can browse verified sponsors on Migrate Mate by role and location.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Student Coordinator offers?
DOL requires the employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for the Student Coordinator occupation in the specific metro area where you'll work. The employer certifies this in the LCA before filing the I-129 petition. You can cross-check wage levels for your work location using the OFLC Wage Search tool to verify the offer is LCA-compliant before you accept.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer restructures the Student Coordinator role?
A material change to your job duties, worksite, or salary requires the employer to file an amended I-129 with USCIS and, if the worksite changes, a new certified LCA. You can continue working during the amendment filing under portability rules, but only if the employer acts before the change takes effect. Confirm any role restructuring with your HR team and immigration counsel immediately.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Student Coordinator employer mid-status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, you can begin working for a new sponsoring employer once they file an I-129 transfer petition with USCIS, without waiting for approval, provided your current status is valid and you haven't had a gap in authorized employment. The new employer must file a fresh LCA covering the new worksite and prevailing wage before submitting the transfer petition.