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Vice President of Human Resources roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Specialist program category. These programs suit experienced HR leaders looking to develop expertise in U.S. employment law, workforce strategy, and organizational development within American host organizations.
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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- Identify incomplete, outdated, inconsistent, or unclear job-description information and refer questions to the HR Director for review.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 Vice President Of Human Resources
Document your HR specialization before applying
Gather credentials that prove your subspecialty: compensation benchmarking certifications, labor relations training, or workforce analytics experience. The DS-2019 training plan requires a detailed phase-by-phase breakdown, so your resume must map directly to identifiable HR competencies.
Verify your category before targeting employers
If you hold five or more years of post-degree HR experience, you qualify as a Trainee, not an Intern. Targeting VP-level host organizations under the wrong J-1 visa category wastes time. Confirm your eligibility tier with your designated sponsor before outreach begins.
Search Migrate Mate to find host employers open to J-1 HR professionals
Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. companies actively hiring for senior HR roles with exchange visitor alignment. Filtering by role and industry gives you a focused list of host organizations already familiar with international talent pipelines.
Align your training plan with the host organization's HR structure
Designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas require a written training plan signed by the host. For a VP-level role, the plan should outline rotations across talent acquisition, employee relations, and HR technology systems, not just a single department.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Many J-1 Specialist and Trainee participants face a two-year home-country residency requirement before changing to H-1B visa or green card status. Confirm whether your specific program category triggers this requirement before accepting an offer.
Request the DS-2019 timeline from your sponsor at offer stage
Once your host employer signs the training plan, the designated sponsor issues the DS-2019. This processing window varies by sponsor organization. Build that timeline into your start-date negotiation so your visa interview can be scheduled without delays.
Vice President Of Human Resources J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to a Vice President of Human Resources role?
Senior HR professionals at the VP level typically participate through the J-1 Trainee or Specialist category. Trainee applies if you have a relevant degree plus at least one year of experience, or five years of experience without a degree. Specialist is reserved for internationally recognized experts in a narrow HR discipline. The Intern category is limited to enrolled students and recent graduates and does not apply to this seniority level.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an HR executive role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hiring company. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or IIE issue the DS-2019 form and monitor program compliance. Your host employer participates as the training site but is not the legal sponsor. You'll need both an employer willing to serve as your host and a designated sponsor willing to administer the exchange program.
How can I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 HR professionals at the VP level?
Most standard job boards don't filter for J-1 host compatibility. Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. roles and identify employers with a demonstrated openness to exchange visitors in HR and operations functions. Focusing your search on multinational companies and large enterprises tends to surface organizations with existing international HR pipelines and familiarity with training plan requirements.
Does a J-1 VP of Human Resources role trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
Potentially, yes. The two-year home residency requirement applies to participants whose programs are funded by their home or host government, or who come from countries on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List. For senior HR roles under the Trainee or Specialist category, you should confirm your individual eligibility for a 212(e) waiver with your designated sponsor before the DS-2019 is issued, since this directly affects any future H-1B or immigrant visa pathway.
What does the training plan need to include for a VP-level HR position?
The training plan is a formal document co-signed by your host employer and the designated sponsor. For a VP of Human Resources, it should map out structured phases covering distinct HR functions such as U.S. employment law compliance, compensation strategy, talent management systems, and employee relations. Vague or overly general plans are a common reason sponsors decline to issue the DS-2019. The plan must demonstrate knowledge transfer, not just job performance.