TN Visa Economist Jobs
Economist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA, with no lottery and no annual cap for Canadian citizens. Canadians present TN documentation directly at the U.S. border, while Mexican nationals apply through a U.S. consulate—no government labor filing required. A qualifying economics degree and a U.S. job offer are your two core requirements.
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Amazon Advertising is one of Amazon's fastest growing and most profitable businesses. Our products are used daily to surface new selection and provide customers a wider set of product choices along their shopping journeys. The business is focused on generating value for shoppers as well as advertisers. Our team uses a combination of econometrics, machine learning, and data science to build disruptive products for all our Advertising products. We also generate insights to guide Amazon Advertising strategy, providing direct support to senior leadership.
We are looking for an experienced Economist with a deep passion for building econometric solutions and the ability to communicate data insights and scientific vision to execute on strategic projects.
Key job responsibilities
- Leverage econometrics and ML models to optimize advertising strategies on behalf of our customers.
- Influence key business and product decisions based on insights from models you develop.
- Perform hands-on analysis and modeling with enormous data sets to develop insights that increase traffic monetization and merchandise sales without compromising shopper experience.
- Work closely with software engineers on detailed requirements to productionize the models you build.
- Run A/B experiments that affect hundreds of millions of customers, evaluate the impact of your optimizations and communicate your results to various business stakeholders.
- Work with other scientists, software developers, and product partners to implement your solutions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in economics or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of industry, consulting, government, or academic research experience
- Knowledge of at least one statistical software package such as R, Stata, Matlab, SAS
- Experience in prediction and forecasting in a research or industrial environment
- Experience with handling of large datasets
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Culver City - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually
USA, NY, New York - 157,300.00 - 212,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, SEATTLE - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon Advertising is one of Amazon's fastest growing and most profitable businesses. Our products are used daily to surface new selection and provide customers a wider set of product choices along their shopping journeys. The business is focused on generating value for shoppers as well as advertisers. Our team uses a combination of econometrics, machine learning, and data science to build disruptive products for all our Advertising products. We also generate insights to guide Amazon Advertising strategy, providing direct support to senior leadership.
We are looking for an experienced Economist with a deep passion for building econometric solutions and the ability to communicate data insights and scientific vision to execute on strategic projects.
Key job responsibilities
- Leverage econometrics and ML models to optimize advertising strategies on behalf of our customers.
- Influence key business and product decisions based on insights from models you develop.
- Perform hands-on analysis and modeling with enormous data sets to develop insights that increase traffic monetization and merchandise sales without compromising shopper experience.
- Work closely with software engineers on detailed requirements to productionize the models you build.
- Run A/B experiments that affect hundreds of millions of customers, evaluate the impact of your optimizations and communicate your results to various business stakeholders.
- Work with other scientists, software developers, and product partners to implement your solutions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in economics or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of industry, consulting, government, or academic research experience
- Knowledge of at least one statistical software package such as R, Stata, Matlab, SAS
- Experience in prediction and forecasting in a research or industrial environment
- Experience with handling of large datasets
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Culver City - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually
USA, NY, New York - 157,300.00 - 212,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, SEATTLE - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Economist
Align your credentials to TN requirements
The TN visa category for Economists requires a degree in economics specifically. A business administration or finance degree alone may not qualify. Request a credential evaluation before applying if your degree was issued by a Mexican institution.
Target employers with recent visa filing history
Search for employers with recent visa filings to identify those experienced with sponsorship processes for Economist roles. A history of visa sponsorship demonstrates that an employer already understands work visa requirements and won't need to be educated from scratch.
Use Migrate Mate to find Economist roles with TN sponsorship
Search Migrate Mate to filter Economist positions from employers with recent visa filings and sponsorship experience. This saves you from cold-applying to companies that may not be familiar with visa sponsorship processes.
Clarify your job title before the offer is finalized
CBP adjudicates TN eligibility partly based on job title. If your offer letter says 'Data Analyst' or 'Policy Advisor' instead of 'Economist,' your TN application can be denied at the border even if your actual duties are economic analysis.
Prepare your support letter with required qualifications documentation
Your employer's TN support letter must confirm your offered wage is reasonable for Economists in that geographic area. Missing this detail is one of the most common reasons CBP requests additional documentation.
Understand the Mexican TN allocation before accepting a timeline
Mexican citizens have a capped annual allocation of TN visas through a consular process, unlike Canadians who get CBP port-of-entry approval. Factor this into your start date negotiation so your employer isn't caught off guard by a longer lead time.
Economist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Economist role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. Economist is one of the explicitly listed occupations in the USMCA TN category. To qualify, your degree must be in economics and your job duties must involve economic analysis, research, or advisory work. Titles like 'Data Analyst' or 'Business Analyst' may not qualify even if the work overlaps, so the job title on your offer letter matters.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Economist roles?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can be approved at a Canadian port of entry on the same day you apply. The H-1B visa requires an employer to enter a lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate, a months-long USCIS petition process, and a fixed October 1 start date. For Economists who qualify under USMCA, the TN is a faster and more predictable path.
How do I find Economist jobs where employers will sponsor a TN visa?
Search Migrate Mate to find Economist positions from employers with recent visa filings and experience sponsoring work visas. Many employers are open to TN sponsorship but don't advertise it explicitly, so filtering by employer sponsorship history rather than job postings alone is a more reliable approach.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application as an Economist?
Your employer must provide a signed support letter confirming your job title, duties, offered wage, and employment start date. The letter should state that your role requires economics expertise and that your degree qualifies you for the position. For Canadians, you'll present this letter at the U.S. border or port of entry; for Mexicans, you'll submit it with your application at a U.S. consulate. No government filing or certification is required for TN status.
Can a Mexican citizen apply for a TN visa as an Economist through a Canadian port of entry?
No. Mexican citizens must apply for TN status at a U.S. consulate in Mexico, not at a port of entry. The process involves a visa stamp in your passport before you can enter the U.S. in TN status. Canadian citizens have the option of applying directly at the border, which is faster. Mexican applicants should account for consular appointment availability when planning their start date.