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Event Coordinator jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship are available through U.S. employers running seasonal events, festivals, conferences, and resort programming. Employers must obtain DOL labor certification before sponsoring you, and the 66,000-visa annual cap means timing your application to the semi-annual filing windows is critical for this role.
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Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You
Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an Event Services Manager, you’re not just operating the Convention Floor overseeing all aspects of event planning and execution – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Here's what you'll do during a typical day:
- Execute high-quality events: Manage event documentation, facilitate seamless transitions from Sales to service, and serve as the primary client contact on property to ensure smooth execution, proactive issue resolution, and an exceptional event experience
- Maximize revenue opportunities: Identify upsell opportunities and recommend enhancements to increase contract value and elevate the guest experience
- Build client relationships: Establish and maintain strong communication with clients throughout the event lifecycle to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, and drive repeat business
- Guide team performance: Communicate client requirements, provide direction, and offer feedback and coaching to ensure consistent, high-level service
- Support the sales process: Participate in client site visits and pre-event meetings; demonstrate product knowledge and assist in shaping event solutions that align with client needs
- Solve problems in real time: Apply sound judgment to resolve guest concerns, negotiate service adjustments, and address issues calmly and efficiently under pressure
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
- A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality
- Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing
- Inspiring others through Leadership
- A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes
- A sense of Ownership and accountability
- A focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
How We'll Help You Thrive
At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including:
- Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
- Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
- Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
- Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
- Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
- Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
- Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next
Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
JOIN AN AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE CULTURE
At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.
Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.
Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.
INTRODUCTION
Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You
Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an Event Services Manager, you’re not just operating the Convention Floor overseeing all aspects of event planning and execution – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Here's what you'll do during a typical day:
- Execute high-quality events: Manage event documentation, facilitate seamless transitions from Sales to service, and serve as the primary client contact on property to ensure smooth execution, proactive issue resolution, and an exceptional event experience
- Maximize revenue opportunities: Identify upsell opportunities and recommend enhancements to increase contract value and elevate the guest experience
- Build client relationships: Establish and maintain strong communication with clients throughout the event lifecycle to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, and drive repeat business
- Guide team performance: Communicate client requirements, provide direction, and offer feedback and coaching to ensure consistent, high-level service
- Support the sales process: Participate in client site visits and pre-event meetings; demonstrate product knowledge and assist in shaping event solutions that align with client needs
- Solve problems in real time: Apply sound judgment to resolve guest concerns, negotiate service adjustments, and address issues calmly and efficiently under pressure
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
- A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality
- Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing
- Inspiring others through Leadership
- A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes
- A sense of Ownership and accountability
- A focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
How We'll Help You Thrive
At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including:
- Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
- Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
- Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
- Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
- Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
- Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
- Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next
Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
JOIN AN AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE CULTURE
At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.
Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.
Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Event Coordinator
Document your event coordination experience precisely
H-2B visa petitions require your employer to define the role narrowly. Gather contracts, itineraries, or employer letters that show you coordinated logistics for specific event types, not just general administrative work. Vague experience descriptions invite DOL scrutiny.
Target employers with recurring seasonal event programs
Resorts, convention centers, and festival operators who run the same annual programming are the strongest H-2B sponsors for event coordinators. They already know the petition timeline and have established relationships with immigration counsel.
Search verified H-2B employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Event Coordinator roles by employers with confirmed H-2B filing history. This saves time you'd otherwise spend cold-contacting employers who've never navigated the DOL certification process for this occupation.
Check the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay the DOL prevailing wage for Event Coordinators in the specific county where you'll work. Pull the OFLC Wage Search figures yourself so you enter salary discussions knowing the floor your employer is legally required to meet.
Confirm the employer files before the cap deadline
The H-2B cap fills fast, especially for the October-to-March winter half. Ask any prospective employer when they plan to submit their temporary labor certification to DOL, because late filers often miss the cap even with an approved job order.
Verify your job duties align with O*NET before the petition goes in
USCIS cross-references the duties listed on your I-129 petition against O*NET. If your employer describes your role too broadly or lists duties that fall outside the Event Coordinator occupation profile, you risk a request for evidence before approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Event Coordinator jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search. It surfaces Event Coordinator listings specifically from employers with H-2B filing history, so you're not applying to roles where sponsorship is uncertain. Filter by location and season to match your target filing window, since the H-2B cap is split into summer and winter halves with separate deadlines.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect Event Coordinator applicants?
USCIS issues 66,000 H-2B visas per fiscal year, split into 33,000 for October through March and 33,000 for April through September. Event coordinators working seasonal festivals or resort programming need their employer to file well before cap-filing dates, which typically fall months ahead of the actual start date. Missing the cap means waiting a full half-year for the next allocation.
Does my event coordination experience outside the U.S. count toward H-2B eligibility?
Yes, foreign work experience is fully valid for H-2B purposes. Your employer's petition to DOL must demonstrate that no qualified U.S. workers are available, not that you personally lack U.S. experience. What matters is that your duties match the Event Coordinator occupation as defined by DOL and that your employer can document the temporary, seasonal nature of the need.
Can an Event Coordinator on H-2B work at multiple venues or events during one season?
Your H-2B status ties you to the specific employer and worksite listed on the approved petition. If your employer runs events at multiple locations and lists all sites on the original petition, you can work across them. Changing employers or adding an unrelated client without a new petition filed by a separate sponsoring employer is not permitted under H-2B rules.