H-1B Visa Student Services Coordinator Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Student Services Coordinator roles exist at universities, community colleges, and large K-12 districts that structure the position around a bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or a related field. Employers file an LCA with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, sponsoring you for an initial three-year period extendable to six.
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Job Summary
The Khoury College of Computer Sciences seeks an energetic, self-starter to serve a growing population of graduate students at a dynamic and fast-paced university. The Graduate Student Services Coordinator provides professional support to the Assistant, Associate, or Director of Graduate Student Services in the Khoury College of Computer Sciences.
The position supports graduate program administrative activities, including advising students on academic, curriculum, and registration matters; serving as a liaison between the Graduate School and University offices that handle matters pertaining to graduate students; attending relevant committee meetings; maintaining the graduate student database using Salesforce, Banner, and Navigate; and preparing reports and analyses for the Director of Graduate Student Services, Master of Science Program Directors, and the Graduate Faculty Committee.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Support Graduate School Activities
- Advise a caseload of 300-400 master’s students in computing programs on course selection and planning, registration procedures, and college, campus, and University resources
- Monitor student performance in courses and serve as a liaison among students, faculty, and other offices to support students who are struggling academically or personally
- Organize special projects, including student social gatherings, student town hall meetings, and graduate advising workshops
- Support the implementation of college and University policies and procedures through advising communications to students from enrollment through graduation
- Support the registration process for master’s students and work closely with the Director of Operations to process registration updates and forms
- Provide support to the Assistant, Associate, and/or Directors of Student Services on overall student support strategies and the implementation of new initiatives
Liaison Between the Graduate School and University Offices or Network Campus Administration
- Serve as liaison with the Office of Global Services (OGS) on visa matters, including approval of Form I-20 documentation, visa extensions, Curricular Practical Training (CPT), and Optional Practical Training (OPT)
- Serve as liaison with Khoury College co-op coordinators or network career development advisors to verify and approve students for graduate co-op
Graduate Student Services Special Projects
- Coordinate and implement student services projects on campus, which may include teaching assistant hiring, student club support, the apprenticeship program, or student ambassador support
Minimum Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree
- Two to three years of experience, preferably in a higher education setting
- Experience using spreadsheets and databases
- Experience working with a diverse student population; approximately 80% of the graduate program population are foreign nationals
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Preferred
- Master’s degree
Required Documents
- Resume
Position Type
Student Services
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
106S
Expected Hiring Range:
$53,470.00 - $73,521.25
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
About the Opportunity
Job Summary
The Khoury College of Computer Sciences seeks an energetic, self-starter to serve a growing population of graduate students at a dynamic and fast-paced university. The Graduate Student Services Coordinator provides professional support to the Assistant, Associate, or Director of Graduate Student Services in the Khoury College of Computer Sciences.
The position supports graduate program administrative activities, including advising students on academic, curriculum, and registration matters; serving as a liaison between the Graduate School and University offices that handle matters pertaining to graduate students; attending relevant committee meetings; maintaining the graduate student database using Salesforce, Banner, and Navigate; and preparing reports and analyses for the Director of Graduate Student Services, Master of Science Program Directors, and the Graduate Faculty Committee.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Support Graduate School Activities
- Advise a caseload of 300-400 master’s students in computing programs on course selection and planning, registration procedures, and college, campus, and University resources
- Monitor student performance in courses and serve as a liaison among students, faculty, and other offices to support students who are struggling academically or personally
- Organize special projects, including student social gatherings, student town hall meetings, and graduate advising workshops
- Support the implementation of college and University policies and procedures through advising communications to students from enrollment through graduation
- Support the registration process for master’s students and work closely with the Director of Operations to process registration updates and forms
- Provide support to the Assistant, Associate, and/or Directors of Student Services on overall student support strategies and the implementation of new initiatives
Liaison Between the Graduate School and University Offices or Network Campus Administration
- Serve as liaison with the Office of Global Services (OGS) on visa matters, including approval of Form I-20 documentation, visa extensions, Curricular Practical Training (CPT), and Optional Practical Training (OPT)
- Serve as liaison with Khoury College co-op coordinators or network career development advisors to verify and approve students for graduate co-op
Graduate Student Services Special Projects
- Coordinate and implement student services projects on campus, which may include teaching assistant hiring, student club support, the apprenticeship program, or student ambassador support
Minimum Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree
- Two to three years of experience, preferably in a higher education setting
- Experience using spreadsheets and databases
- Experience working with a diverse student population; approximately 80% of the graduate program population are foreign nationals
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Preferred
- Master’s degree
Required Documents
- Resume
Position Type
Student Services
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
106S
Expected Hiring Range:
$53,470.00 - $73,521.25
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Student Services Coordinator
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Student Services Coordinator roles qualify as a specialty occupation only when tied to a specific degree field like counseling, education, or student affairs. Tailor your resume to show how your degree directly informs your advising, case management, or compliance duties.
Target higher education employers directly
Universities and community colleges are the most consistent H-1B visa sponsors for this role because they already have immigration counsel on staff. Search Migrate Mate to find institutions with verified H-1B visa LCA filing history for student services positions.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must certify your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage before filing the LCA. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 11-9033 and your worksite's metro area so you know the wage floor before any offer conversation.
Confirm one LCA per campus location
If your role spans multiple campuses or satellite offices, each worksite needs its own certified LCA. Raise this with HR early in the offer process so your employer files all required LCAs before your start date, avoiding compliance gaps.
Review O*NET duties before your petition
USCIS scrutinizes whether a Student Services Coordinator role truly requires a bachelor's degree. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your SOC code and confirm your job description maps to the degree-level tasks listed, not clerical or administrative duties.
Use your 60-day grace period strategically
If your sponsoring institution eliminates your position, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new employer and transfer your H-1B. Start your job search immediately and prioritize employers already set up to file H-1B transfers quickly.
H-1B Visa Student Services Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Student Services Coordinator role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. The role qualifies only when the employer structures it to require a specific bachelor's degree, such as counseling, education, or student affairs. If the posting accepts any degree or lists the degree as preferred rather than required, USCIS is likely to issue a Request for Evidence challenging specialty occupation status. Institutions that invest in immigration counsel typically build job descriptions that meet the standard.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Student Services Coordinators?
Universities, community colleges, and large school districts are the most active sponsors because they have established HR processes for H-1B filings and ongoing relationships with immigration attorneys. Some nonprofit student success organizations and educational nonprofits also file. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for student services roles, so you can focus your applications where sponsorship is already proven.
How long does H-1B sponsorship last for this role?
USCIS grants H-1B status for an initial period of up to three years. Your employer can file an extension for a second three-year period, bringing the maximum to six years. Beyond six years, continued work authorization generally requires an approved immigrant visa petition or an active green card process under AC21 portability rules.
What documents should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor me?
Gather your official transcripts showing a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, any professional certifications like school counselor licensure, and a detailed resume that maps your duties to degree-level competencies. Having these ready lets you respond quickly if USCIS issues an RFE, and it also helps your employer's immigration attorney build the specialty occupation argument in the initial I-129 petition.
Can my H-1B transfer if I move from one institution to another?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition, provided you're maintaining valid status. The new employer must file a fresh LCA certified for each worksite and submit the transfer petition to USCIS before your first day. Notify USCIS promptly if your role or primary campus changes.