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Program Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Management Consultant category when the position involves advisory-level planning, evaluation, or organizational oversight. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or a U.S. consulate without a cap; Mexican citizens go through consular processing with an annual allocation.
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The Seaver College Faculty Fellows program seeks to advance Pepperdine University’s mission by providing one-year fellowships to individuals pursuing careers in Christian higher education and who are active members in congregations affiliated with the Churches of Christ.
The Churches of Christ are a specific tradition within the Stone-Campbell movement, and affiliation with this movement is a non-negotiable requirement of this particular position. Should applicants have any questions about this requirement, they should reach out to the associate dean listed below to discuss before submitting an application.
Pepperdine University is a Christian University committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values. Located on the University’s 830-acre campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Malibu, Seaver College is home to the University’s residential undergraduate program. Seaver College enjoys a national and international reputation for the quality of its programs. The College’s faculty are deeply committed to student development, teaching, and scholarship and share a common devotion to Christian moral and ethical values. It is the purpose of Pepperdine University to pursue the very highest academic standards within a context that celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical ideals of the Christian faith.
Part of Pepperdine's distinction is the way it values its diverse faculty, staff, and student body, as well as its specific affiliation with Churches of Christ. In order to affirm its heritage, Pepperdine reserves the right to seek, hire, and promote persons who support the goals and mission of the institution, including special consideration for qualified individuals who are active members in a Church of Christ congregation.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participants in the Faculty Fellows program will develop as Christian educators by participating in the college’s academic life, including programming provided by the University’s Center for Faith and Learning and the college’s Center for Teaching Excellence. Fellows will also participate in the college’s new faculty orientation, retreat, and mentoring. Fellows will teach two courses each semester and one summer-session course in an academic area of the college. Fellows will be expected to maintain an active scholarly agenda and contribute to the University through service.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
For the 2027-2028 academic year, applications will be accepted from individuals who have completed a doctoral (or terminal) degree in the past three years or who have completed all course requirements and are in the dissertation phase of their doctoral studies.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Review of applications will begin in November 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Please submit all application materials to https://apply.interfolio.com/194291
Applicants should submit:
- Letter of application
- Curriculum vitae
- Names and contact information for three references. These should be the same individuals who will provide a Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation if you proceed with the interview process. Two recommendations should be academic and one should be from a person, such as a minister, able to comment on the applicant’s active involvement in a Church of Christ.
- Transcripts of all graduate work. (Unofficial copies are acceptable for the application; however, official transcripts may be required for selected applicants.)
- Personal Statement. Reflect on Pepperdine’s Christian mission and address your pattern of support for generally accepted Christian values and the University’s mission, your active participation in a faith community, and your practice or vision for integrating faith and learning in the classroom.
Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
COMPENSATION
This is a Full-Time, Exempt, 40 hour per week position.
- Expected Pay Range: $70,304 - $74,000 per year
The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.
Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Pepperdine is committed to providing a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Engaging in unlawful discrimination or harassment will result in appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the University.
Pepperdine is religiously affiliated with the Churches of Christ. It is the purpose of Pepperdine to pursue the very highest employment and academic standards within a context that celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical ideals of the Christian faith. While students, faculty, and staff represent many religious backgrounds, Pepperdine is permitted under applicable law and reserves the right to seek, hire, and promote persons who support the goals and mission of the institution, including the right to prefer co-religionists who support Pepperdine's Christian mission.
Please address any inquiries regarding the position to the chair of the search committee:
Dr. Kindy Pfremmer De Long (kindy.delong@pepperdine.edu)
Search Committee Chair
Seaver College, Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
INTRODUCTION
The Seaver College Faculty Fellows program seeks to advance Pepperdine University’s mission by providing one-year fellowships to individuals pursuing careers in Christian higher education and who are active members in congregations affiliated with the Churches of Christ.
The Churches of Christ are a specific tradition within the Stone-Campbell movement, and affiliation with this movement is a non-negotiable requirement of this particular position. Should applicants have any questions about this requirement, they should reach out to the associate dean listed below to discuss before submitting an application.
Pepperdine University is a Christian University committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values. Located on the University’s 830-acre campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Malibu, Seaver College is home to the University’s residential undergraduate program. Seaver College enjoys a national and international reputation for the quality of its programs. The College’s faculty are deeply committed to student development, teaching, and scholarship and share a common devotion to Christian moral and ethical values. It is the purpose of Pepperdine University to pursue the very highest academic standards within a context that celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical ideals of the Christian faith.
Part of Pepperdine's distinction is the way it values its diverse faculty, staff, and student body, as well as its specific affiliation with Churches of Christ. In order to affirm its heritage, Pepperdine reserves the right to seek, hire, and promote persons who support the goals and mission of the institution, including special consideration for qualified individuals who are active members in a Church of Christ congregation.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participants in the Faculty Fellows program will develop as Christian educators by participating in the college’s academic life, including programming provided by the University’s Center for Faith and Learning and the college’s Center for Teaching Excellence. Fellows will also participate in the college’s new faculty orientation, retreat, and mentoring. Fellows will teach two courses each semester and one summer-session course in an academic area of the college. Fellows will be expected to maintain an active scholarly agenda and contribute to the University through service.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
For the 2027-2028 academic year, applications will be accepted from individuals who have completed a doctoral (or terminal) degree in the past three years or who have completed all course requirements and are in the dissertation phase of their doctoral studies.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Review of applications will begin in November 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Please submit all application materials to https://apply.interfolio.com/194291
Applicants should submit:
- Letter of application
- Curriculum vitae
- Names and contact information for three references. These should be the same individuals who will provide a Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation if you proceed with the interview process. Two recommendations should be academic and one should be from a person, such as a minister, able to comment on the applicant’s active involvement in a Church of Christ.
- Transcripts of all graduate work. (Unofficial copies are acceptable for the application; however, official transcripts may be required for selected applicants.)
- Personal Statement. Reflect on Pepperdine’s Christian mission and address your pattern of support for generally accepted Christian values and the University’s mission, your active participation in a faith community, and your practice or vision for integrating faith and learning in the classroom.
Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
COMPENSATION
This is a Full-Time, Exempt, 40 hour per week position.
- Expected Pay Range: $70,304 - $74,000 per year
The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.
Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Pepperdine is committed to providing a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Engaging in unlawful discrimination or harassment will result in appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the University.
Pepperdine is religiously affiliated with the Churches of Christ. It is the purpose of Pepperdine to pursue the very highest employment and academic standards within a context that celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical ideals of the Christian faith. While students, faculty, and staff represent many religious backgrounds, Pepperdine is permitted under applicable law and reserves the right to seek, hire, and promote persons who support the goals and mission of the institution, including the right to prefer co-religionists who support Pepperdine's Christian mission.
Please address any inquiries regarding the position to the chair of the search committee:
Dr. Kindy Pfremmer De Long (kindy.delong@pepperdine.edu)
Search Committee Chair
Seaver College, Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Program Manager
Frame your credentials around advisory functions
TN visa classification for Program Managers typically relies on the Management Consultant category, which requires demonstrating advisory work, not just execution. Gather documentation showing you evaluate systems, recommend organizational changes, or guide strategic planning.
Target employers with dedicated HR compliance teams
Companies with in-house immigration coordinators move faster on TN filings because they already understand the documentation requirements. Look for mid-to-large organizations in technology, healthcare, or government contracting where program management is a core operational function.
Clarify the job description before signing an offer
A Program Manager title that reads as purely operational rather than advisory can create classification problems at the border or consulate. Ask the employer to align the written job duties with consulting, evaluation, or recommendations before the offer letter is finalized.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsorship-ready openings
Not every Program Manager posting includes TN visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters specifically for roles with TN sponsorship, saving you time screening out positions from employers who won't support the filing process.
Prepare a degree-to-role equivalency statement
If your bachelor's degree is in a field like engineering or public administration rather than business management, prepare a written explanation connecting your credentials to the Program Manager duties. CBP officers and consular officers make this determination case by case.
Understand that Canadians can file at the port of entry
Canadian citizens don't need to wait for USCIS processing. You can present your TN application, employer support letter, and credentials directly at a U.S. land border or pre-clearance location the day your role begins, often receiving same-day admission.
Program Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Program Manager role actually qualify for TN visa status?
Program Manager positions qualify under the TN Management Consultant category, but the job duties must reflect consulting, analysis, or advisory work rather than purely internal operational management. The offer letter and employer support letter need to frame your responsibilities around evaluating processes, recommending improvements, or guiding organizational planning. A title alone is not sufficient for TN classification.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Program Manager roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start a Program Manager role as soon as the employer is ready to file, without waiting for an October start date or a lottery selection. H-1B visa requires entering a random lottery each spring. The tradeoff is that TN is nonimmigrant intent, so it doesn't support a direct path to a green card the way H-1B can.
Where can I find Program Manager jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles with TN visa sponsorship. Standard job boards don't filter by visa type, so you end up screening dozens of postings manually before finding employers who will support a TN filing. Migrate Mate surfaces only positions where sponsorship is confirmed.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer needs to issue a detailed support letter on company letterhead that specifies your job title, a description of duties that aligns with the Management Consultant category, your anticipated start date, the employment arrangement (full-time or project-based), and confirmation that you hold the required credentials. The letter is central to the adjudication and should be drafted carefully alongside your degree certificates and any professional credentials.
Can I switch Program Manager employers while on TN status?
You can change employers, but TN status is employer-specific, so your current authorization does not transfer automatically. You need a new TN approval tied to the incoming employer before you start working for them. Canadian citizens can obtain this at the border. Mexican citizens must go through a new consular appointment. There is no USCIS portability provision for TN the way AC21 applies to H-1B.