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Business Consultant roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA when the position requires a bachelor's degree in business, management, or a related field. Canadian citizens can apply directly at the border or preclearance; Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate. No lottery, no cap for Canadians.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: SBDC Business Consultant
Job Grade: EO24S
Division: Academic Affairs
College/Dept: College of Business Administration
Department: NBDC
Requisition Number: 2026-00196
FTE (full-time equivalency): 100.00
Work Schedule: M-F 8-5
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?: Yes – partial remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term: 12-12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?: No
Pay Information: $55,000 - $60,000
Pay Schedule: Annually
FLSA Designation: Exempt
Position Summary
The SBDC Business Consultant works for the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) serving Omaha primarily, but could cover the State of Nebraska for clients for the Nebraska Business Development Center. This includes meeting the obligations of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration; meeting NBDC Key Performance Indicators (KPI) goals, providing direct consulting assistance to owners and potential owners of small businesses in person or virtually; developing and maintaining relationships with NBDC stakeholders, and cooperating with others as part of the NBDC team of consultants. SBDC Business Consultants develop and deliver training programs which may be in conjunction with other NBDC consultants, including APEX Accelerator (APEX) consultants, exporting consultants, technology commercialization consultants, and other NBDC team members or partner organizations. The SBDC Business Consultant promotes NBDC services by speaking at economic development gatherings, service clubs, chambers of commerce, and other community organizations.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area: Provide Business Consulting
Duties:
- Provide business consulting to business owners or startups in the areas of business planning, loan packaging, marketing, operations management, financial planning, and general business practices.
Percentage Of Time: 60
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Promote NBDC Programs/Services
Duties:
- Promote NBDC programs/services by having personal relationships with banks and economic developers, making oral and written presentations to local, regional and statewide business associations, chambers of commerce, and by participation in workshops and conferences coordinated with other local, regional, or statewide organizations and agencies.
Percentage Of Time: 15
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Collect and Record Client Information
Duties:
- Collect and record client information in Customer Relations Database, Neoserra. Be detailed when writing client notes, Prepare and submit all required data. Prepare and submit success stories as assigned by the State Director.
Percentage Of Time: 20
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Various Other Duties
Duties:
- Maintain professional credentials, submit annual professional development plan, and other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time: 5
Essential Function: Yes
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in business or in related technical field.
Required Experience
Prior successful business ownership or two years prior business consulting experience or other economic development experience.
Required License/Certification
NA
Required Additional Qualifications:
Current Driver’s license is required, as well as the ability to travel across the state of Nebraska.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree in Business or related field.
Preferred Experience
Preferred License/Certification
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check: No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check: Yes
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment: No
Drug Screen: No
EEO Statement:
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.
Job Title: SBDC Business Consultant
Job Grade: EO24S
Division: Academic Affairs
College/Dept: College of Business Administration
Department: NBDC
Requisition Number: 2026-00196
FTE (full-time equivalency): 100.00
Work Schedule: M-F 8-5
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?: Yes – partial remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term: 12-12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?: No
Pay Information: $55,000 - $60,000
Pay Schedule: Annually
FLSA Designation: Exempt
Position Summary
The SBDC Business Consultant works for the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) serving Omaha primarily, but could cover the State of Nebraska for clients for the Nebraska Business Development Center. This includes meeting the obligations of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration; meeting NBDC Key Performance Indicators (KPI) goals, providing direct consulting assistance to owners and potential owners of small businesses in person or virtually; developing and maintaining relationships with NBDC stakeholders, and cooperating with others as part of the NBDC team of consultants. SBDC Business Consultants develop and deliver training programs which may be in conjunction with other NBDC consultants, including APEX Accelerator (APEX) consultants, exporting consultants, technology commercialization consultants, and other NBDC team members or partner organizations. The SBDC Business Consultant promotes NBDC services by speaking at economic development gatherings, service clubs, chambers of commerce, and other community organizations.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area: Provide Business Consulting
Duties:
- Provide business consulting to business owners or startups in the areas of business planning, loan packaging, marketing, operations management, financial planning, and general business practices.
Percentage Of Time: 60
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Promote NBDC Programs/Services
Duties:
- Promote NBDC programs/services by having personal relationships with banks and economic developers, making oral and written presentations to local, regional and statewide business associations, chambers of commerce, and by participation in workshops and conferences coordinated with other local, regional, or statewide organizations and agencies.
Percentage Of Time: 15
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Collect and Record Client Information
Duties:
- Collect and record client information in Customer Relations Database, Neoserra. Be detailed when writing client notes, Prepare and submit all required data. Prepare and submit success stories as assigned by the State Director.
Percentage Of Time: 20
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Various Other Duties
Duties:
- Maintain professional credentials, submit annual professional development plan, and other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time: 5
Essential Function: Yes
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in business or in related technical field.
Required Experience
Prior successful business ownership or two years prior business consulting experience or other economic development experience.
Required License/Certification
NA
Required Additional Qualifications:
Current Driver’s license is required, as well as the ability to travel across the state of Nebraska.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree in Business or related field.
Preferred Experience
Preferred License/Certification
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check: No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check: Yes
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment: No
Drug Screen: No
EEO Statement:
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Business Consultant
Align your credentials to the role
TN status requires your degree field to match the consulting role's core function. A finance degree supports a financial consulting position, but a general business degree alone may not satisfy CBP if the role is highly technical.
Target employers with recent visa filings
Search Migrate Mate for employers with recent visa filings in consulting roles. These employers are experienced with work visa sponsorship and are less likely to encounter delays in the sponsorship process.
Request a project-based offer letter
CBP officers scrutinize Business Consultant offers more than most TN categories. An offer letter that names the client industry, deliverables, and project duration strengthens your case that the role is temporary and specialty-level.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to find Business Consultant roles at employers with recent visa filings and sponsorship experience. Targeting companies experienced with work visa processes saves you time that would otherwise go to employers unfamiliar with USMCA professional categories.
Prepare for consulting-specific CBP questions
Border officers often ask whether you'll be directing U.S. workers or operating independently. Have documentation ready that frames your role as advisory rather than managerial, since TN does not cover executive or managerial functions.
Confirm your employer can start the TN filing promptly
Ask your employer before accepting an offer whether they'll file TN paperwork immediately upon offer acceptance. Delays in getting the support letter drafted often push start dates back weeks, which can create gaps if you're transitioning from another status.
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Find Business Consultant JobsBusiness Consultant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Consultant role actually qualify for TN status?
Yes, but the job title alone doesn't guarantee approval. CBP requires that the position involve duties requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business, economics, or management. Roles with vague scopes or that include supervisory or managerial responsibilities often draw scrutiny at the border, so your offer letter needs to define the consulting function precisely.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Business Consultant positions?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can be approved at the border the same day for Canadians. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance, a lottery selection, and USCIS adjudication. For Business Consultants who qualify under USMCA, TN is typically faster and less expensive to obtain, with the same two-year initial period and unlimited renewals.
Can a Canadian Business Consultant get TN status approved at the border?
Yes. Canadian citizens can present their TN application directly to CBP at a land border crossing or airport preclearance location without scheduling a consular interview. You'll need your employer's support letter, proof of your qualifying degree, and any relevant credentials. Approval is granted on the spot if the officer is satisfied the role meets TN criteria.
Where can I find Business Consultant jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Business Consultant roles where employers have a history of TN visa sponsorship. Filtering by sponsorship status upfront avoids spending time on applications at companies that don't support USMCA professional categories, which is a common frustration for Canadian and Mexican professionals at this stage.
Does my Mexican citizenship affect how I apply for TN status as a Business Consultant?
Yes. Mexican citizens cannot apply at the border like Canadians. You must schedule an appointment at a U.S. consulate in Mexico and obtain a TN visa stamp before entering the U.S. to work. The consulate review adds time compared to the Canadian process, so factor in consular appointment availability when negotiating your start date with a prospective employer.
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