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HR Director roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa Specialist or Trainee program category, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsors issue the DS-2019 that makes sponsorship possible, while the host employer manages your day-to-day responsibilities in human resources leadership.
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Requisition ID req37855
Working Title HR Intern
Pay $19.00 Hourly
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department Off Campus Work Study (454F)
Employment Type Student Employment
Status Non-Exempt
Background Check Required Yes
Location: 625 Silver Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award
Position Summary
The HR Intern will support the Human Resources Department at New Mexico Immigrant Law Center (NMILC) through document standardization, records organization, and administrative HR projects. This part-time position provides a UNM student with practical exposure to human resources functions in a small-to-medium-sized nonprofit organization.
The intern’s primary responsibilities will be updating existing job descriptions into NMILC’s approved format, organizing finalized job descriptions by employee and position, and supporting the HR & Benefits Specialist with secure, consistent retention of biweekly payroll records. The intern may also assist with recruiting, onboarding, benefits, and other HR projects as needed.
Essential Duties
- Review existing job descriptions and transfer information into NMILC’s approved job-description template.
- Maintain a tracker of job descriptions that are received, in progress, pending HR review, completed, or missing.
- Organize approved job descriptions in the designated electronic filing system by employee and/or position, following established naming conventions.
- Identify incomplete, outdated, inconsistent, or unclear job-description information and refer questions to the HR Director for review.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR files, records, and documentation.
- Work with the HR & Benefits Specialist to save, print, assemble, and file designated payroll reports and supporting documents on a biweekly basis.
- Use the established payroll-file checklist to help identify missing or incomplete documents and promptly report discrepancies to the HR & Benefits Specialist or HR Director.
- Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of employee, payroll, and HR records.
- Assist with administrative aspects of recruiting, including posting job announcements, communicating with candidates, scheduling interviews, preparing interview materials, and maintaining recruitment records.
- Assist with new-hire onboarding and orientation activities as assigned.
- Support HR events and projects, such as benefits enrollment, employee recognition activities, onboarding presentations, and records-management improvements.
- Perform other HR administrative duties consistent with the intern’s learning objectives and assigned training.
SCHEDULE:
Part-time; flexible hours. Regular weekly in-office work is expected, with limited remote work possible based on operational needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.
Preferred Qualifications
Current enrollment in, or recent completion of, a degree program in human resources, business administration, nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field preferred.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage recurring tasks and deadlines.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively, take direction, and follow established procedures, templates, and checklists.
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, electronic file management, and spreadsheet tracking.
- Ability to learn BambooHR and other HR-related technology systems.
- Spanish speaking, reading, and writing skills preferred, but not required.
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please submit Cover Letter and Resume. MUST have a Work-Study Award. Background Check required.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Student Technical Specialist
Requisition ID req37855
Working Title HR Intern
Pay $19.00 Hourly
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department Off Campus Work Study (454F)
Employment Type Student Employment
Status Non-Exempt
Background Check Required Yes
Location: 625 Silver Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award
Position Summary
The HR Intern will support the Human Resources Department at New Mexico Immigrant Law Center (NMILC) through document standardization, records organization, and administrative HR projects. This part-time position provides a UNM student with practical exposure to human resources functions in a small-to-medium-sized nonprofit organization.
The intern’s primary responsibilities will be updating existing job descriptions into NMILC’s approved format, organizing finalized job descriptions by employee and position, and supporting the HR & Benefits Specialist with secure, consistent retention of biweekly payroll records. The intern may also assist with recruiting, onboarding, benefits, and other HR projects as needed.
Essential Duties
- Review existing job descriptions and transfer information into NMILC’s approved job-description template.
- Maintain a tracker of job descriptions that are received, in progress, pending HR review, completed, or missing.
- Organize approved job descriptions in the designated electronic filing system by employee and/or position, following established naming conventions.
- Identify incomplete, outdated, inconsistent, or unclear job-description information and refer questions to the HR Director for review.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR files, records, and documentation.
- Work with the HR & Benefits Specialist to save, print, assemble, and file designated payroll reports and supporting documents on a biweekly basis.
- Use the established payroll-file checklist to help identify missing or incomplete documents and promptly report discrepancies to the HR & Benefits Specialist or HR Director.
- Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of employee, payroll, and HR records.
- Assist with administrative aspects of recruiting, including posting job announcements, communicating with candidates, scheduling interviews, preparing interview materials, and maintaining recruitment records.
- Assist with new-hire onboarding and orientation activities as assigned.
- Support HR events and projects, such as benefits enrollment, employee recognition activities, onboarding presentations, and records-management improvements.
- Perform other HR administrative duties consistent with the intern’s learning objectives and assigned training.
SCHEDULE:
Part-time; flexible hours. Regular weekly in-office work is expected, with limited remote work possible based on operational needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.
Preferred Qualifications
Current enrollment in, or recent completion of, a degree program in human resources, business administration, nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field preferred.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage recurring tasks and deadlines.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively, take direction, and follow established procedures, templates, and checklists.
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, electronic file management, and spreadsheet tracking.
- Ability to learn BambooHR and other HR-related technology systems.
- Spanish speaking, reading, and writing skills preferred, but not required.
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please submit Cover Letter and Resume. MUST have a Work-Study Award. Background Check required.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in HR Director
Translate your HR credentials for U.S. employers
Map your HR certifications to U.S. equivalents before applying. SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recognition carries weight with American hiring teams, and a credential evaluation letter helps host employers assess your qualifications quickly during screening.
Identify host employers with J-1 training history
Target mid-size and enterprise companies that have hosted J-1 Specialist or Trainee exchange visitors before. Prior hosting experience means HR and legal teams already understand the DS-2019, training plan requirements, and 30-day reporting obligations.
Find J-1 compatible HR Director roles on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to surface HR Director positions at employers that have demonstrated openness to international exchange visitors. Filtering by role and visa compatibility narrows your list to realistic host opportunities faster than broad job boards.
Build a structured training plan before outreach
The J-1 Specialist category requires a detailed training plan outlining learning objectives, supervision structure, and evaluation periods. Draft this document in advance so host employers see a ready-to-submit plan, which removes a common delay in the DS-2019 issuance process.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement after their program ends. If your role is government-funded or your home country is on the exchange visitor skills list, confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Confirm the host employer's compliance obligations at offer stage
When an offer is extended, verify that the host employer is willing to complete their side of the designated sponsor's onboarding process, including signing the training plan and providing a responsible officer contact. Delays here stall DS-2019 issuance and push your start date.
HR Director J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an HR Director role?
The J-1 Specialist category is the most common fit for experienced HR Directors. It applies to professionals with specialized knowledge in a field who are coming to the U.S. to share expertise or gain exposure to American HR practices. If you are earlier in your career, the Trainee category may apply instead, depending on your years of post-degree professional experience.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an HR Director position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hiring employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or the Institute of International Education issue the DS-2019 form and are responsible for program compliance. The company where you work is the host employer. They provide the position but are not the legal sponsor under State Department rules.
How can I find U.S. companies open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors in HR roles?
Migrate Mate is built for this search. You can filter for HR Director roles at employers that have shown openness to international exchange visitors, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the J-1 host process. Most general job boards don't surface this information, so a targeted search saves significant time.
Can an HR Director on J-1 status eventually transition to another visa?
Yes, but timing depends on whether you carry the two-year home residency requirement. If you do, you must return home for two years or obtain a waiver before switching to an H-1B visa or other work visa. If you are not subject to that requirement, your host employer can begin an H-1B or O-1 visa petition while your J-1 status remains valid, subject to standard USCIS processing timelines.
What does the training plan requirement mean for an HR Director placement?
The designated sponsor requires a detailed training plan before issuing the DS-2019. For an HR Director, this document should outline specific learning objectives, such as exposure to U.S. labor law compliance frameworks, HRIS systems, or employee relations practices. The host employer signs off on the plan, and it sets the legal scope of your program activities during the exchange visit.