TN Visa Architect Jobs
Architect roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA, making this one of the more accessible paths for Canadian and Mexican professionals to work in the U.S. without a lottery. You'll need a professional license or a degree in architecture, and your employer files no petition with USCIS.
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Get Access To All JobsWe're seeking a talented, motivated, and creative architectural designer to join our collaborative team in a long-term role with growth potential. If you're a visionary with a strong work ethic, an eye for detail, and a passion for designing beautiful, functional spaces - this could be the perfect fit.
About the Role:
As a key team member, you'll take part in all phases of residential design - from concept development to detailed construction documents. You'll collaborate directly with clients, consultants, and engineers, ensuring that each project aligns with client goals, design integrity, and building codes.
What You'll Do:
- Develop innovative, high-quality residential design concepts
- Create and manage construction drawings and documentation
- Coordinate with clients, engineers, and consultants
- Ensure projects meet state/local building codes and permitting requirements
- Oversee projects from initial design through construction
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (Master's preferred)
- 3-5 years of experience in residential architecture or a related field
- Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit (3-5 years)
- Strong design sensibility and understanding of 3D spatial planning
- Familiar with residential building codes and permit processes
- Strong communication and client-interaction skills
- Self-starter with an organized, team-oriented mindset
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary starting at $85,000+ (commensurate with experience)
- Paid health insurance
- SIMPLE IRA with company contribution
- Generous PTO and paid sick days
- Flexible scheduling and occasional remote work days
- Supportive, creative team environment
- Opportunity for partnership and long-term career growth
If you're ready to bring your creative talent and leadership to a firm where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you!
To apply
Please send your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter to laurie@amplitudehr.com
We're seeking a talented, motivated, and creative architectural designer to join our collaborative team in a long-term role with growth potential. If you're a visionary with a strong work ethic, an eye for detail, and a passion for designing beautiful, functional spaces - this could be the perfect fit.
About the Role:
As a key team member, you'll take part in all phases of residential design - from concept development to detailed construction documents. You'll collaborate directly with clients, consultants, and engineers, ensuring that each project aligns with client goals, design integrity, and building codes.
What You'll Do:
- Develop innovative, high-quality residential design concepts
- Create and manage construction drawings and documentation
- Coordinate with clients, engineers, and consultants
- Ensure projects meet state/local building codes and permitting requirements
- Oversee projects from initial design through construction
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (Master's preferred)
- 3-5 years of experience in residential architecture or a related field
- Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit (3-5 years)
- Strong design sensibility and understanding of 3D spatial planning
- Familiar with residential building codes and permit processes
- Strong communication and client-interaction skills
- Self-starter with an organized, team-oriented mindset
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary starting at $85,000+ (commensurate with experience)
- Paid health insurance
- SIMPLE IRA with company contribution
- Generous PTO and paid sick days
- Flexible scheduling and occasional remote work days
- Supportive, creative team environment
- Opportunity for partnership and long-term career growth
If you're ready to bring your creative talent and leadership to a firm where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you!
To apply
Please send your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter to laurie@amplitudehr.com
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Architect
Verify your credentials meet TN requirements
TN eligibility for architects requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in architecture, or a state or provincial license. Confirm your credentials align before applying, since a mismatched degree field can trigger a denial at the port of entry.
Target firms with active USMCA hiring history
Large architecture and engineering firms that operate cross-border projects are far more familiar with TN paperwork than boutique studios. Focus your outreach on firms with Canadian or Mexican offices, since their HR teams have processed TN letters before.
Get your employer's support letter right
The TN support letter must specify your job title as 'Architect,' describe duties that match the profession, state the U.S. wage, and confirm the temporary nature of the role. Canadians present this letter directly at the border, so every detail matters before you travel.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-ready Architect roles
Search Migrate Mate to find Architect positions at employers already familiar with TN sponsorship. Filtering by visa type saves you from spending weeks pursuing firms that will stall when TN paperwork comes up.
Clarify state licensure timing with your employer
TN status can be granted before you hold a U.S. state architectural license, but some employers require licensure as a condition of employment. Negotiate a clear timeline with your employer so licensure requirements don't block your start date.
Prepare for Mexican nationals' consular appointment
Mexican nationals apply for TN at a U.S. consulate rather than at the border, which adds scheduling time. Book your consular appointment in Mexico City or Monterrey early, since appointment slots for TN applicants can run several weeks out.
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Find Architect JobsArchitect TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Architect role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. Architect is an explicitly listed profession in the USMCA TN appendix. You must hold a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in architecture, or a state or provincial license. The role your employer offers must involve duties consistent with professional architectural practice, not general construction management or drafting work.
How does the TN visa compare to the H-1B for Architects?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no petition filing with USCIS. Canadians can be approved at the port of entry the same day they present their documents. The H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance, a lottery selection, and a six-month wait before starting work. For most Architects from Canada or Mexico, TN is faster and more predictable.
Where can I find Architect jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-eligible roles. You can filter Architect positions by employers already familiar with TN sponsorship, which cuts the time spent explaining the visa to hiring teams that have never encountered it.
Can I start working as an Architect in the U.S. before I get a state architectural license?
Yes, in most cases. TN status can be approved based on your degree or home-country license even if you haven't yet passed the ARE or obtained U.S. licensure. Some employers will hire you under a title like 'Architectural Designer' during that period. Confirm the specific job title with your employer before your support letter is drafted.
How long does TN visa approval take for Architects?
For Canadians, approval happens at the port of entry, typically within a few hours of presenting your documents. For Mexican nationals, the consular appointment adds time, and scheduling at U.S. consulates in Mexico can take several weeks. Both routes result in a three-year initial TN status, renewable indefinitely as long as your employment continues.
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